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I was in no soap mode for a year, had to quit because other people would notice my light odor and, those close to me, would call it out. It was simply out of th
by ogig 6y ago
I was in no soap mode for a year, had to quit because other people would notice my light odor and, those close to me, would call it out. It was simply out of the social norm.
Still, I loved it. I liked my odor, and I like or dislike others body odors, they are signals and part of what we perceive of someone. What I can't handle are perfumes and cosmetic smells. When the elevator was used by the oldspice, shaving cream, half bottle perfume neighbor I can't go afterwards. The 30 secs trip is too much for my nose and palate. I would rather have the sweaty after gym smell. Perfumes are like masks.
I would really like to go around smelling like me. I also have a big nose.
- alpaca128 6y ago> people would notice my light odor and, those close to me, would call it out I do not know nearly enough about this situation to make a judgement and can only talk about my environment, but if anyone, close or not, would comment on my looks or odor then none of them would ever think of the term "light". I've worked with homeless people, and it takes a lot for most to mention rather touchy subjects like this - exactly because a person's life circumstances are such a sensitive and private matter. The only smell I absolutely cannot stand is the smell of cigarettes and people who just smoked one. Perfumes, sweat, strong body odor, who cares, it's not my body. But cigarette smell makes me want to avoid you like the plague. It's just too piercing to ignore.
- nmeofthestate 6y agoAbsolutely - pointing out that somebody smells is hugely awkward. You have to smell really bad for people to get over that awkwardness and tell you.
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- rimliu 6y agoI do not smoke and I cannot stand cigarette smoke, but pipe smells so good. Not sure how it's smoke smells on clothes though.
- faceplanted 6y agoHave you tried unperfumed products? I would assume in your situation that you've considered them, you can't make that elevator guy use them but they might help you out.
- croon 6y agoI rarely use perfume either, and not too fond of it, but I do shower mostly daily, with unscented shower oil. Have you tried something like this? https://incidecoder.com/products/eucerin-calming-body-wash-daily-shower-oil https://incidecoder.com/products/eucerin-calming-body-wash-d... It's as effective as a regular soap, but my skin is much less dry.
- bayindirh 6y agoYou can use natural olive oil soap and unscented deodorants and continue smelling like you. People tend to think that all soap are same, but I only use olive oil soap made by people I know personally and use no shampoo. Add some deodorant and presto. Healthy, natural and clean.