My mother is the first person I knew who had a signature scent. Her favorite perfume was Wind Song by Prince Matchabelli, which she saved for special occasions like a dinner date with my dad or a Friday night get-together with her girlfriends.
Dear EarthTalk: I’ve always suspected that perfumes and colognes must not be too healthy simply because of the way the smell of most of them bothers me. Am I correct? Is there information available on this issue?—Lucinda Barry, Minneapolis
Ever noticed that the Eau de Toilette version of a fragrance smells different than the Eau de Parfum, and wondered why, or what the difference is? Well, cracks knuckles, we’re here to lay it out for you.
Deodorant is one of those beauty products you just don’t mess around with. Either it does the job, or it’s in the trash. In most formulas, Aluminum is the ingredient responsible for keeping your armpits dry and happy, however, it’s been widely linked to Alzheimer’s and breast cancer. The science is murky on both ends, but in this day and age, do you really want to take the risk?
The amount of effort we put into a date can be crazy. New outfits, waxing, manicures and pedicures—even new lingerie! But did you know that one of the biggest attractions to men is your smell?
