Perfume and other scents

Humm...I don't know. I think that if the case is that someone is allergic to another persons cologne, perfume or body spray then the person wearing it should respectfully either change scents, go lightly on it (cause a lot of times it could be a matter of them over doing it), or stop wearing it all together. I think we're getting on a fine line here because everything smells. Shampoos, conditioners, body wash - and I'm honestly afraid of how far something like this could go. Honestly I can't stand the way some spray deodorant smells to the point of nausea. I've made my hubby switch until we've found one that I can tolerate. But he's got to where deodorant. I don't think it fair either that everyone should have to pay for one or two scents being a problem. I think their should be some compromise made. And I don't think that it's too much to ask of a person either to switch scents, ect. I might be bummed about wearing my favorite scent at work but I would understand. Besides I can always where it outside of the workplace.

I too have a real problem with chemicals, scents and odors. I have made my employer aware of this and they are very accomodating. The pest control man can only come after work or on weekends, my co-workers have been asked to go easy on the perfumes and colognes and no to use scented air fresheners. Because we just moved into a new building, there was concern about all the chemicals in the paint and glue; my boss was trying to find another office for me to work from until I could tolerate the new building. Fortunately due to the many delays in moving, several months passed and I was able to be in the new building without any problem. The fact that they are so accommodating makes me think they would be liable if I were to get sick after making them aware of the problem. I appreciate that most people in my life are considerate about my sensitivities. I realize there are times when it can't be helped. Because I interview people several times a week, I am often exposed to their perfumes. I understand it is not my employer's fault and they can't be held responsible. I choose to work in this field and refuse to lock myself away from the public so it's on me if I have an allergic reaction. If I had made my employer aware of my condition and they had ignored it, then I would probably sue also.

Well Sweetie no I don't think they should as People use them to freshen up specially in the Summer I only ever wear Body sprays that are not to strong and I used to wear light Scented Perfumes when I was working as an Area Manager I still wear light Scented now but I wear more Body Sprays now I mean they are needed really to keep fresh Ok there are People like you that are allergic to them and I would respect that as long as I would know and if I had to work next to you I would then get none Scented Deodorants but I do have to admit I do like my Body Sprays and Perfumes

In a way I don't blame her. I sneeze myself around some perfumes and some have given me a sinus headace.

that might be a good idea,i've worked with people before who take sprays and perfumes to obnoxious levels. one person wore something i was allergic to and made my work experience miserable.the boss finally asked them to tone it down when i started missing work days (i couldn't stop sneezing around him).

It really depends....I like to wear very light cologne myself...but that's the key word...LIGHT---Let's face it though,some people wear such heavy scents, or at least it smells like they bathed in the colonge or perfume and is so overpowering to make one want to gag--I'm all for people wanting to smell nice, but it's another thing when the scent is too strong...Even I'll get sick from the smell

Why is she suing hte city and not that person wearing the offensive perfume? I can't stand it when they put way to much on. I was at the gym the other day and walked by this lady who smelled like she just took a shower in it. Your in a gym, for pete's sake! Your supposed to smell sweaty...just like everyone else. Phew. thanks, needed that rant!

I am allergic to perfumes and some scents too. That's why I am always home because every time I go out somewhere I can smell the perfumes and I get all swelled up and have to go to the ER. can't breathe my lungs will swelled up. Some people wear too much perfumes and probably don't realize it. Oh talking abut the air freshener or carpet freshner at the stores when I walk in the store I can't breathe and I have to go back out I have a very bad asmtha and eczema. I try to stay away from the perfumes as much as I can.Thanks for sharing the article.