There is a reason why certain fragrance smells make me nauseous and uncomfortable. It bothers me when people wear too much low-quality perfume or cologne. If the scent is toxic and heavy, I may cough and sometimes have shortness of breath. My stomach and body are sensitive so I can tell what is toxic and harmful to your health. If it bothers me it probably bothers some other people as well.
In this video, I am gonna explain why your fragrances may be slowly killing and poisoning you, as well as bothering and harming others.
Certain fragrances contain phthalates, a type of chemical that causes a scent to last longer. Phthalates have been shown in studies to trigger asthma, harm the reproductive system, disrupt certain hormones, act as a neurotoxin, and, in rare cases, cause cancer due to the chemical styrene.
According to my philosophy, everyone has a unique body type and reacts differently to certain things, not to mention develop different symptoms. Something may bother some of us immediately, as it did in my case, or it may kill you slowly and without you realizing it.
Wearing perfume is a personal choice, but “second-hand perfume smell” is harmful to others, just like smoking. Ever been in a small space with someone or a group of people wearing perfume or cologne? or, hanging out with someone who uses cologne with a strong scent. It is difficult to breathe, which is your body’s way of telling you something.
Those receiving cancer chemotherapy, pregnant women, and asthmatics experience similar adverse health reactions ranging from nausea to severe shortness of breath.
A study discovered that Diethylphthalate (DEP), an artificial chemical member of the phthalate esters group and commonly referred to as a fragrance agent, is present in most perfumes. This substance can harm sperm DNA, raise the risk of skin conditions, and impair breathing.
Other common fragrance ingredients, like butoxyethanol, benzyl salicylate, and benzyl benzoate, are known to irritate skin, eyes, noses, and throats. They can also cause severe symptoms, like burning in the throat, nausea, vomiting, and damage to the kidneys and liver.
Do not be afraid of chemicals; rather, be afraid of toxins/poisons, allergens/inflammatory factors/irritants, and carcinogens.
The cosmetics industry has very little regulation and testing. This “not tested on animals” nonsense is ridiculous and unacceptable.
If you work out and sweat, PLEASE do not cover it up with perfumes or colognes. That’s the equivalent of lighting a candle in the toilet. Bathe frequently, concentrating on the smelly areas. It is better to smell good naturally.
If you must wear perfume or cologne, choose a light natural one and ask a few people if the smell is too strong or bothersome. This way you know you smell fine and you don’t bother others with strong fragrance smell. Smelling good and right is the way to go; and keep in mind that your friend, date, or partner may not enjoy the scent of your fragrance.
I hope this video is helpful and makes you think twice about using or choosing the right fragrance. See you in the next video. Have an awesome day.
Matt M. Eccles is the founder of Vitality and Happiness Blog. He is a philosopher, psychology enthusiast, wellness and digestion expert, author, and world traveler who is passionate about helping others reach and experience optimum health, true happiness, and increased vitality. The purpose of this website is to motivate and inspire people to handle life’s challenges. Uplift and encourage you to succeed in life and be happy and healthy, increase life quality, and become the best version of yourself.