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Old person Smell

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ExD1938 Tue 07-Jan-20 08:43:14

My friend's teenage daughter was refusing to visit an elderly aunt because she smelled. My friend asked what she smelled of and was told she had 'the old people smell'
So I did a bit of research on google and came up with the worrying answer that ALL old people smell however much they bathe.
So, me being a worrier I'm thinking --- do I smell?
And if I do, how can I get rid of it?
Do you smell without realising it?
(please tell me this isn't true)

Callistemon Thu 16-Jan-20 10:04:38

I've got Steradent back again
It's quite a relief

Rufus2 Thu 16-Jan-20 10:19:46

You learn something new every day on GN.

I always thought girls were the best extenders, although not necessarily the cheapest! hmm

pinkquartz Fri 17-Jan-20 11:07:37

New research shows blackcurrants protect you from getting this smell

*The research was welcomed by Nicki Bundock, of Surrey-based firm CurraNZ, a supplier of New Zealand blackcurrant supplements.

'Excessive body odour can have a huge impact on a person's self esteem and the problem increases as we age,' Nikki said.

'But this study suggests large decreases in body odour in middle age and older people can be achieved through simple dietary changes.

'Blackcurrant supplement should be considered by anyone whose wellbeing has taken a knock because of insecurities about their odour.'*

Callistemon Fri 17-Jan-20 20:23:56

I have a freezer full of blackcurrant, thanks for that tip pinkquartz.

Remember all the hype about 'superfoods' and exotic berries?
The humble blackcurrant is supposed to be as good as any.

pinkquartz Sat 18-Jan-20 11:50:42

Yeah and it grows in the UK too.

boodymum67 Fri 09-Oct-20 15:50:50

Greasy & Grassy.

I`ve just googled noneal..ie old people`s smell. It has been likened to greasy & grassy.

Sounds like a double act!

MissAdventure Fri 09-Oct-20 15:52:41

grin