Fragrance Issues
jtred posted:
Does anyone know the extent to which the ADA enforces fragrance-free areas (other than the workplace) for people with asthma and migraines? It is getting impossible to go anywhere people gather!
Are there any groups working on this issue to help people become aware of the problem?
Are there any groups working on this issue to help people become aware of the problem?
20 Replies |Watch This Discussion | Report This| Share this:Fragrance IssuesDoes anyone know the extent to which the ADA enforces fragrance-free areas (other than the workplace) for people with asthma and migraines? It is getting impossible to go anywhere people gather! <br /> <br />Are there any groups working on this issue to help people become aware of the problem?
marsmemorioes replied to ScubaJudy's response:
What a concept. What you do not understand is fragrance is connected to a person's sexuality. They think it makes a person more desirable to the opposite sex. People are offnded when you ask them to not wear perfume. They may take two baths a day and be very clean but "want to smell good". Fragrace should be outlawed but it is a huge high profit industry.
Report This| Share this:Fragrance IssuesWhat a concept. What you do not understand is fragrance is connected to a person's sexuality. They think it makes a person more desirable to the opposite sex. People are offnded when you ask them to not wear perfume. They may take two baths a day and be very clean but "want to smell good". Fragrace should be outlawed but it is a huge high profit industry.
sgbl88 replied to marsmemorioes's response:
I am very well aware of the sexuality of fragrances. As my mother always said, "Fragrances are for the bedroom." There is a university that advises its student against wearing fragrances to interviews for just that reason. There is an online purveyor of fragrances with a guide to the use of fragrances. They advise against wearing them in the work place. They say if you absolutely must wear the stuff to spray it in the air and walk through the mist.
My complaint is not against the personal fragrances people wear. I have learned who the "toxic clouds" are and I know how to stay away from them. My issue is the plug in air freshners in the halls and auditorium. I am not for the outlawing of fragrances, but I sure would like to outlaw all airfreshners (plug-in, gel, reid difusers, pot pouris...) at least for use in public spaces.
Take care.
Sonya
My complaint is not against the personal fragrances people wear. I have learned who the "toxic clouds" are and I know how to stay away from them. My issue is the plug in air freshners in the halls and auditorium. I am not for the outlawing of fragrances, but I sure would like to outlaw all airfreshners (plug-in, gel, reid difusers, pot pouris...) at least for use in public spaces.
Take care.
Sonya
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Report This| Share this:Fragrance IssuesI am very well aware of the sexuality of fragrances. As my mother always said, "Fragrances are for the bedroom." There is a university that advises its student against wearing fragrances to interviews for just that reason. There is an online purveyor of fragrances with a guide to the use of fragrances. They advise against wearing them in the work place. They say if you absolutely must wear the stuff to spray it in the air and walk through the mist. <br /> <br />My complaint is not against the personal fragrances people wear. I have learned who the "toxic clouds" are and I know how to stay away from them. My issue is the plug in air freshners in the halls and auditorium. I am not for the outlawing of fragrances, but I sure would like to outlaw all airfreshners (plug-in, gel, reid difusers, pot pouris...) at least for use in public spaces.<br /> <br />Take care.<br />Sonya
Mathchickie replied to sgbl88's response:
My mother said (for perfume AND makeup) that you should use it so delicately that people don't realize you are wearing it, they just find you more attractive. I wish more people in my city would listen!
Report This| Share this:Fragrance IssuesMy mother said (for perfume AND makeup) that you should use it so delicately that people don't realize you are wearing it, they just find you more attractive. I wish more people in my city would listen!
Justneedtobreatheasy replied to 50Angelia20's response:
I am 50 and started having asthma attacks at age 40. Never been a smoker! It is due to Environmental Allergies.I have read several of these comments and really didn't realize there were so many dealing with the same issues. I have at times, felt so isolitated. My social life has really taken a hit since I have been dealing with severe asthma.People who have never had a breathing problem just don't get it. I have a friend that I go out with occasionally to see a movie or have dinner. She knows I have asthma, but I have to make it a point to remind her not to wear perfume.
I too just DO NOT understand people standing right beside the door smoking outside of the hospital, restaurant, etc..I do the same thing, hold my breath to go in.
I am confused about non-smoking sections in most restaurants as well. They are usually in the back and you have to walk through the smoking section to get to them!
I too just DO NOT understand people standing right beside the door smoking outside of the hospital, restaurant, etc..I do the same thing, hold my breath to go in.
I am confused about non-smoking sections in most restaurants as well. They are usually in the back and you have to walk through the smoking section to get to them!
Report This| Share this:Fragrance IssuesI am 50 and started having asthma attacks at age 40. Never been a smoker! It is due to Environmental Allergies.I have read several of these comments and really didn't realize there were so many dealing with the same issues. I have at times, felt so isolitated. My social life has really taken a hit since I have been dealing with severe asthma.People who have never had a breathing problem just don't get it. I have a friend that I go out with occasionally to see a movie or have dinner. She knows I have asthma, but I have to make it a point to remind her not to wear perfume.<br />I too just DO NOT understand people standing right beside the door smoking outside of the hospital, restaurant, etc..I do the same thing, hold my breath to go in.<br /><br /> I am confused about non-smoking sections in most restaurants as well. They are usually in the back and you have to walk through the smoking section to get to them!
Mathchickie replied to Justneedtobreatheasy's response:
In many states, smoking is banned in all restaurants.
I do find that when my asthma is under control, I don't react to small exposures, such as passing a smoker on the street, or sitting near a perfume wearer for a few minutes. Addressing my pollen allergies and taking inhaled steroids really does help.
I do find that when my asthma is under control, I don't react to small exposures, such as passing a smoker on the street, or sitting near a perfume wearer for a few minutes. Addressing my pollen allergies and taking inhaled steroids really does help.
Report This| Share this:Fragrance IssuesIn many states, smoking is banned in all restaurants.<br /><br />I do find that when my asthma is under control, I don't react to small exposures, such as passing a smoker on the street, or sitting near a perfume wearer for a few minutes. Addressing my pollen allergies and taking inhaled steroids really does help.
jtred replied to Justneedtobreatheasy's response:
One good thing about living in LA is that every building has been non-smoking for years. There is plenty of evidence that sensitive persons suffer symptoms after exposure to fragrance AKA chemicals, smoke, and the like. Fragrance is a toxic soup for everyone..we are just the canaries in the cage..so hope the public takes note!
Report This| Share this:Fragrance IssuesOne good thing about living in LA is that every building has been non-smoking for years. There is plenty of evidence that sensitive persons suffer symptoms after exposure to fragrance AKA chemicals, smoke, and the like. Fragrance is a toxic soup for everyone..we are just the canaries in the cage..so hope the public takes note!
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