Fragrance Sacrifice

NuGuyNurse2b · Jan 23, 2016

This is in line with the common knowledge deficit many people have regarding cologne/perfume application. [in my humble opinion] no more than two sprays should be used when applying it, and it should be applied holding the bottle at arm's length away from the body so that the scent sprays out in a mist and not directly onto the body as a liquid. 1 spray on side of the neck, 1 spray on a wrist. Use the applied wrist to rub the other, then use both wrists to rub both sides of the neck.
I realize applying perfume/cologne should be a no brainer, but given the number of people we have walking around smelling like they literally bathed in it, it appears it isn't.

I do ONE spritz and that's it. Arm's length, and walk into it. cause I have a sensitive nose too, so even on myself I don't want it too overpowering. another thing people don't realize is that the chemistry of their body might not mix with the cologne/perfume they're wearing. just because it smells like White Diamonds from the bottle doesn't mean 8 hours into the shift, you're going to be smelling like White Diamonds (to give an example...I work with an older crowd, all the ladies love their Liz Taylor). people have to experiment and determine which brands work with their own scent.

iluvivt, BSN, RN · Jan 23, 2016

I will not heavy perform to work. I also keep my nails trim,no polish and I do not wear any rings all for infection control purposes I do sometimes wear a very light spray or two of the lighter smelling Philosophy or Thymes Jasmine (my favorite). I put a little on my wrist to smell if needed when I happen to come upon any offensive odors. I also love eye makeup and will not be sacrificing that or my sparkly earring (I pick small versions). I have given enough to the profession and will be doing the little things that make me happy and keep me happy.

Fiona59 · Jan 23, 2016

AXE is horrible. Leave that crap at home.

Rember Brut? Green bottle? Grandfather to Axe.

CT Pixie, BSN, RN · Jan 23, 2016

double post

CT Pixie, BSN, RN · Jan 23, 2016

I won't wear it the next time I go to CT.

Much appreciated :)

johnnymac · Jan 24, 2016

Fragrances can aggravate allergies, asthma, and other conditions. Deodorant generally is all right, though.

Farawyn · Jan 24, 2016

Fragrances can aggravate allergies, asthma, and other conditions. Deodorant generally is all right, though.

Unless it's AXE.

Shonqueen1 · Jan 24, 2016

I will continue to not wear any at all. Ill stick with my normal washes when I bathe or shower. I dont want my patients at risk because of me. As for my job we dont have a policy on perfume just no fake nails and tattoos. I seen some nursing student come to our clinic with perfume on.

Farawyn · Jan 24, 2016

I will continue to not wear any at all. Ill stick with my normal washes when I bathe or shower. I dont want my patients at risk because of me. As for my job we dont have a policy on perfume just no fake nails and tattoos. I seen some nursing student come to our clinic with perfume on.

How are tattoos dangerous for patients?

I thought most places of employment were over tattoos.

nars_wannabe · Jan 27, 2016

No perfumes at work. Grooming and good hygiene, that's all. Off work, I like to dab my pulse points with Jo Malone (nectarine blossom and honey).

nars_wannabe · Jan 27, 2016

I'm considering myself re: tattoo on my forearm. I don't think we're putting our patients at risk/danger... it's wrong perception/judgement. I have nurse friends with tatted bodies and they were professional and caring nurses. :)

How are tattoos dangerous for patients?
I thought most places of employment were over tattoos.

Extra Pickles · Jan 27, 2016

I think the problem with wearing perfume and cologne is that the person wearing it may not realize how strong the scent really is. Since she or he is used to wearing it, they are probably not as likely to notice if it's too much of a good thing. Something about scent fatigue, where you are around a strong smell but can't even tell it's there anymore. I wonder how many people who think they are barely wearing any scent are really stinking up the joint?

I got into an empty elevator and the smell in there just about killed me. Something floral, as if the entire elevator shaft was stuffed with funeral arrangements. And then it stopped on the next floor, and someone else got in, and I had to say hey, it's not me who stunk this place up! LOL. How much perfume did the person who did stink up the place have to be wearing to do that, and then not even be anywhere nearby when the scent was still going??