those who are sensitive to smells

casey35 · 02-07-2010, 10:11 AM

I am very sentive to smells such as perfumes and cologne. Sometimes people perfumes and cologne and sometimes my own will make me ill. So looking for ideas on how to cope with this at the reunion.

VuDu · 02-07-2010, 10:35 AM

Hello casey

I sometimes have this problem going down certain aisles in the store. When I was pregnant, I could hardly walk by anyone with my heightened sense of smell without involuntarily gagging. I found it helpful to carry a handkerchief with me when I knew my nose was going to be assaulted, sprayed with a mild scent that was tolerable (and perhaps pleasant) to me.... reminiscent of the olden days when ladies carried them to cover up the smells of unwashed bodies.

It works to mask most scents. Not sure if that would work in your favor but it could be worth a shot.

Then again... you could always carry around a bottle of OUST lol

Blade · 02-07-2010, 10:42 AM

I'm sensitive to smells. My allergies started oh 25 yrs ago probably when I first moved here, and the first thing I noticed was I'd go into a sneezing fit over some perfumes but not others. The ladies at work would walk out at the end of the day still smelling like they just poured a bottle of Avon perfume on them before they left their machines. So as I'd walk into work I could still smell them and would sneeze for an hour. LOL

Amazingly with my allergies and sensitivities I still have a very keen sense of smell and smell the scent of people who have been in my life but are deceased, sometimes even people I don't know. I was talking to my ex one night and smelled cig smoke. She said who's is it I said I don't know, it smells like Marlboro and I don't know anyone who's died that smoked Marlboro's. She said my Daddy smoked them. Weird I know, but it happened. I pay extra attention to smells now and try very hard to stay away from smells I know will cause me problems.

Blade · 02-07-2010, 10:44 AM

Oh did I mention clothing stores. Some clothing stores, I guess the dye they use or so much newness in one place. I don't know but some clothing stores kill me over the dye smells.

Andrew, Jr. · 02-07-2010, 11:14 AM

I am with Blade. I have allergies, and am very sensitive to smells. However, I take allergy meds and take shots on a weekly basis. Now, that has lessened my sensitivities. Now, I am more aware of what is tolerable, and what is not. For example, I am a smoker. I love the smell of my cigars and pipes. I also enjoy the smells of a fire, and a freshly mowed lawn. Again, all of these are regards to what were once allergies for me.

I am really at a loss of what you can do to lessen your sensitivity to smells. Ask your doctor. Maybe he/she has some ideas.

Good luck!

Andrew

casey35 · 02-07-2010, 11:26 AM

thank you people for the ideas. I never know when or what smells i have problems with it just hits me. I have bought new perfumes i have love the smell of to find out that they make me ill. which the only solutions was to take another shower. I do like the idea of a handkerchief. So those who met me at the reunion,do not take me as rude if i have to step away.

VuDu · 02-07-2010, 12:17 PM

I have had that happen a time or two (having to quickly step away). I am highly allergic to Patchoulli (sp?) as well as have reactions to Sandalwood. There have been moments where I have had to walk away from someone with a quickly murmured "excuse me", only to come back after my personal air has cleared and explained the situation.

I am always cognizant of how strong my (perfume/deodorant)scent presents itself because I work in the medical field, where we are not allowed to use them just for that very reason.

Miss Scarlett · 02-07-2010, 01:25 PM

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Originally Posted by Blade

Oh did I mention clothing stores. Some clothing stores, I guess the dye they use or so much newness in one place. I don't know but some clothing stores kill me over the dye smells.

Most likely it's the fabric finish rather than the dye.

Blade · 02-07-2010, 01:28 PM

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Originally Posted by Miss Scarlett

Most likely it's the fabric finish rather than the dye.

ahhh well whatever it is it sets my nose on FIRE lol

Miss Scarlett · 02-07-2010, 01:37 PM

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Originally Posted by Blade

ahhh well whatever it is it sets my nose on FIRE lol

I understand. This has happened to me on occasion but usually with perfumes or those nasty car air fresheners shaped like trees. Or my former employer's room temperature lunches that have been left out of the fridge for at least a day and she would eat this rotting mess! Oh lawd now I'm getting queasy at the memory...

Miss Scarlett · 02-07-2010, 01:32 PM

Patchouli is something I absolutely adore, but since it can be so overpowering I reserve its use for the great outdoors. I have sensitivities to some perfumes, especially heavy scents. Why do people insist on bathing in a heavy scent?

One thing I cannot tolerate at all is what I call smoker smell - their breath, dirty ashtrays and 3rd hand smoke - the odor that clings to smokers.

My signature fragrance is Moonlight Path from Bath & Body Works. It's a light, very feminine blend of musk, roses, violets and lavender.

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casey35 Junior Member How Do You Identify?: femme Preferred Pronoun?: a she Relationship Status: finding my way , Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: arkansas Posts: 74 My Photo Gallery Thanks: 2 Thanked 108 Times in 32 Posts Rep Power: 859274	those who are sensitive to smells I am very sentive to smells such as perfumes and cologne. Sometimes people perfumes and cologne and sometimes my own will make me ill. So looking for ideas on how to cope with this at the reunion. __________________

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VuDu Member How Do You Identify?: Femme with a Wicked Twist Preferred Pronoun?: Trouble Maker Relationship Status: My heart is my own Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Between the cemetary and the reservoir Posts: 248 My Photo Gallery Thanks: 174 Thanked 208 Times in 92 Posts Rep Power: 1021102	Hello casey I sometimes have this problem going down certain aisles in the store. When I was pregnant, I could hardly walk by anyone with my heightened sense of smell without involuntarily gagging. I found it helpful to carry a handkerchief with me when I knew my nose was going to be assaulted, sprayed with a mild scent that was tolerable (and perhaps pleasant) to me.... reminiscent of the olden days when ladies carried them to cover up the smells of unwashed bodies. It works to mask most scents. Not sure if that would work in your favor but it could be worth a shot. Then again... you could always carry around a bottle of OUST lol __________________ You don't always get answers for what happens - because sometimes the answers were not for you, they were lessons for someone else.

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casey35 Junior Member How Do You Identify?: femme Preferred Pronoun?: a she Relationship Status: finding my way , Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: arkansas Posts: 74 My Photo Gallery Thanks: 2 Thanked 108 Times in 32 Posts Rep Power: 859274	thanks thank you people for the ideas. I never know when or what smells i have problems with it just hits me. I have bought new perfumes i have love the smell of to find out that they make me ill. which the only solutions was to take another shower. I do like the idea of a handkerchief. So those who met me at the reunion,do not take me as rude if i have to step away. __________________

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VuDu Member How Do You Identify?: Femme with a Wicked Twist Preferred Pronoun?: Trouble Maker Relationship Status: My heart is my own Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Between the cemetary and the reservoir Posts: 248 My Photo Gallery Thanks: 174 Thanked 208 Times in 92 Posts Rep Power: 1021102	I have had that happen a time or two (having to quickly step away). I am highly allergic to Patchoulli (sp?) as well as have reactions to Sandalwood. There have been moments where I have had to walk away from someone with a quickly murmured "excuse me", only to come back after my personal air has cleared and explained the situation. I am always cognizant of how strong my (perfume/deodorant)scent presents itself because I work in the medical field, where we are not allowed to use them just for that very reason. __________________ You don't always get answers for what happens - because sometimes the answers were not for you, they were lessons for someone else.

02-07-2010, 10:42 AM	#3
Blade Infamous Member How Do You Identify?: TG Preferred Pronoun?: He Relationship Status: once in a while someone amazing comes along...and here I am! Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Down on the farm Posts: 5,501 My Photo Gallery Thanks: 9,855 Thanked 14,415 Times in 4,058 Posts Rep Power: 21474857	I'm sensitive to smells. My allergies started oh 25 yrs ago probably when I first moved here, and the first thing I noticed was I'd go into a sneezing fit over some perfumes but not others. The ladies at work would walk out at the end of the day still smelling like they just poured a bottle of Avon perfume on them before they left their machines. So as I'd walk into work I could still smell them and would sneeze for an hour. LOL Amazingly with my allergies and sensitivities I still have a very keen sense of smell and smell the scent of people who have been in my life but are deceased, sometimes even people I don't know. I was talking to my ex one night and smelled cig smoke. She said who's is it I said I don't know, it smells like Marlboro and I don't know anyone who's died that smoked Marlboro's. She said my Daddy smoked them. Weird I know, but it happened. I pay extra attention to smells now and try very hard to stay away from smells I know will cause me problems.

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Blade Infamous Member How Do You Identify?: TG Preferred Pronoun?: He Relationship Status: once in a while someone amazing comes along...and here I am! Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Down on the farm Posts: 5,501 My Photo Gallery Thanks: 9,855 Thanked 14,415 Times in 4,058 Posts Rep Power: 21474857	Oh did I mention clothing stores. Some clothing stores, I guess the dye they use or so much newness in one place. I don't know but some clothing stores kill me over the dye smells.

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Andrew, Jr. Timed Out How Do You Identify?: Me Preferred Pronoun?: He Relationship Status: Unavailable Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Over the Rainbow in a House Posts: 5,072 My Photo Gallery Thanks: 16,004 Thanked 5,249 Times in 2,216 Posts Rep Power: 0	I am with Blade. I have allergies, and am very sensitive to smells. However, I take allergy meds and take shots on a weekly basis. Now, that has lessened my sensitivities. Now, I am more aware of what is tolerable, and what is not. For example, I am a smoker. I love the smell of my cigars and pipes. I also enjoy the smells of a fire, and a freshly mowed lawn. Again, all of these are regards to what were once allergies for me. I am really at a loss of what you can do to lessen your sensitivity to smells. Ask your doctor. Maybe he/she has some ideas. Good luck! Andrew

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Miss Scarlett Infamous Member How Do You Identify?: Femme Relationship Status: . Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: . Posts: 5,530 My Photo Gallery Thanks: 4,478 Thanked 12,947 Times in 3,419 Posts Rep Power: 21474857	Patchouli is something I absolutely adore, but since it can be so overpowering I reserve its use for the great outdoors. I have sensitivities to some perfumes, especially heavy scents. Why do people insist on bathing in a heavy scent? One thing I cannot tolerate at all is what I call smoker smell - their breath, dirty ashtrays and 3rd hand smoke - the odor that clings to smokers. My signature fragrance is Moonlight Path from Bath & Body Works. It's a light, very feminine blend of musk, roses, violets and lavender.