Scents...

[Rex_Tremende]

For me, applying a fragrance is as much a part of my daily grooming as the shower. I am aware that others have a sensitivity to it, so I try to take care that I use it sparingly and in a way that only those closest to me can be aware of it.

I would object to any attempts to ban it at the office, as I find unmasked body odors as objectionable as others find my cologne. I would support well-ventilated offices and any policy that fosters open communication, so that when people do stuff that bothers others, we can find ways of working it out.

As an occasional choral singer, it is not uncommon to be asked (as a group) to skip the colognes other heavily fragranced products. The close proximity of others and physical effort involved necessitates that. Unfortunately, the same attention is not paid to good oral and physical hygiene. Strong halitosis is just as noxious as too much Chanel No. 5, in my book.

Regards,
Rex in Cincinnati

[O'Neille]

I know the doors not to go through when entering Nordstroms and the like. I wouldn't be caught dead in Bed, Bath and the Great Beyond. I have two fragrances in my collection both were given to me by lovely ladies and The oldest is going on 20+ years. I will only wear it for someone who gave it to me.

They are banned in my office for staff and patients. If someone comes in and is offensively perfumed they are asked to reschedule as a courtesy to our patients who may have such sensitivities. O'Neille

[Southern Breeze]

My sinus's are messed up from years of exposure to dust while mowing and landscaping. Some of the stronger scents bother me at times. I've not developed any sensitivity to the rest though.

[bubba]

I stick to soap and water. All those scents in a confined space clash and reek to high heaven. I've been on a campaign to make people around here aware of how bad it gets for years but they still saturate themselves in that obnoxious stuff.The worst offenders are young males and elderly ladies. At least elderly ladies have some excuse, thier sense of smell is a bit lacking in general.