So, pretty much, I want to wear cologne. However, whenever I do, if I can smell it all day, I get horrible headaches and feel light headed. I'm pretty sure I'm allergic somehow... but not in the usual sense of my body attacking a certain chemical... but is there a cologne in existance that I could wear? I know some other people who have told me that they have the same problem with certain brands or scents so I don't think it's uncommon. I just seem to have the problem with all of the brands and scents I've tried. Any help would be highly appreciated!!
2007-05-02 16:23:53 · 4 answers · asked by notallchipsarefood 3 in Health ➔ Diseases & Conditions ➔ Allergies
It seems that your body is unable process the chemical quickly. Simply avoid the cologne is the obvious solution, if its making you dizzy it most likely because you are breathing in particles that are preventing you from getting oxygen. (either through absorption, or preventing hemoglobin from carrying oxygen) This seems quite unlikely.
I usually don't go this route in diagnosis, but the dizziness could be a psychological response to the persistent smell.
It is not an allergic reaction, allergic reactions are associated with histamine and this has no symptoms of histamine release.
You don't need "hypo-alergenic colgne" because it is not an allergic reaction.
Sorry buddy, cologne just ain't for you it seems.
2007-05-02 16:30:05 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
You sounds like my dad and brother. Any strong scents give them headaches and asthma attacks. I think you will have to just step away from the strong scents altogether. It's not worth it.
You might try something that is not as potent, like maybe a scented body lotion. Or apply a lighter scent far away from your face. (If you can smell your own cologne, you are probably wearing too much.)
Personally, the male figures in my life never had a heavy scent. I love the light fragrance of a freshly washed shirt, the faint smell of a man's antiperspirant, shampoo, body wash, and just the smell of my man. It's intoxicating. You don't need all that scent to attract the ladies. :)
2007-05-02 23:39:34 · answer #2 · answered by dansaremm 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Uncut Body Oils - since you have a problem with cologne and scents you should try unisex oils along with fruit, floral and spices.
2007-05-04 18:46:54 · answer #3 · answered by Divine Esscents 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You can get natural oils or scents at some stores. Nordstroms or the Body Shoppe may carry them.
2007-05-02 23:26:53 · answer #4 · answered by notyou311 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋