Solving Smell Problems with After Shave, Hair Gel, Moisturizer & Deodorant

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around the challenges of combining multiple scented grooming products, including after shave, hair gel, moisturizer, and deodorant. Participants explore the effects of these scents when used together, expressing concerns about the resulting odor and seeking potential solutions without eliminating any products.

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  • Exploratory
  • Debate/contested
  • Conceptual clarification

Main Points Raised

  • One participant notes that while each product smells nice individually, the combination creates an odd scent, prompting a search for lighter alternatives.
  • Another suggests searching for fragrance-free or scent-free options to mitigate the issue.
  • Several participants propose alternatives to using after shave, such as growing a beard or shaving less frequently.
  • Some express strong opinions against the use of after shave and similar products, labeling them as unnecessary or offensive.
  • A participant shares a personal anecdote about a memorable scent from a past experience, highlighting the subjective nature of fragrance perception.
  • There are comments regarding generational differences in grooming habits, with some suggesting that younger individuals are more inclined to use scented products.
  • Concerns are raised about the social implications of wearing strong fragrances, with some participants advocating for a more natural scent.
  • One participant mentions the availability of non-fragranced antibacterial soap as a potential solution.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants express a range of opinions, with no clear consensus on the best approach to managing scents from grooming products. Some advocate for reducing or eliminating scented products, while others defend their use and suggest alternatives.

Contextual Notes

There are varying assumptions about the necessity and appropriateness of scented grooming products, as well as differing cultural perspectives on fragrance use. The discussion reflects personal preferences and experiences rather than established norms.

  • #31
turbo said:
I live in a log house in the woods. Your shelter of brush and twigs should be OK for a while, unless you feel the need to "occupy" someplace. I should mention that Russia (under Putin) is not rounding up and jailing all that many protesters.
I don't get this. Are you saying I should move to Russia? Why?
 
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  • #32
Do you have an STD?

According to this article, maybe that's why you smell funny.
 
  • #33
BobG said:
Do you have an STD?

According to this article, maybe that's why you smell funny.
You got to wonder about where they found gonorrhea infected men willing to take part in the study though. Skid row alcoholics paid off with a glass of vodka are bound to fail smell contests.
 
  • #34
Brrr it's cold in here (I wouldn't equate funny and putrid)

One more totally fascinating fact - a urinary tract infection from coliform bacteria produces a really really vile odor (nothing like the strange food caused odors like asparagus - totally disgusting according to a friend who had one that was antibiotic resistant. she said it was so bad she would almost throw up when she peed)
 
  • #35
netgypsy said:
DO NOT SKIP DEODORANT! PLEEEZE
Bathing with soap and things like that actually destroys the good bacteria on your skin that kills the bad bacteria so you are much more likely to get infections, fungus and so on if you bathe with soap. Yes you use soap when you get dirty but water will get rid of most "dirt" just fine.
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Can you provide any sources for that claim?
netgypsy said:
Deodorant works by simply blocking the very disgusting strong smelling fear and stress liquids from getting airborne so it doesn't have to be fragrant and you can buy unscented deodorant.

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What the hell are "fear and stress liquids "?
 
  • #36
Google it. There are a lot of studies on it. I broke out in all these red welts and my dermatologist told me I was showering too much - to quit using soap except when dirty. I switched to those oatmeal bars and sure enough the red welts went away.

fear and stress liquids are those pheromones that tell your tribe members to get the heck out of there or they'll get eaten. And if you don't use deodorant your first date will get out of there too. Dr. Oz had a great show on about deodorant and how it worked. We also have a biologist in the family and you know how weird they are. Always sharing disgusting information.
 

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