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00:00Growing up, Ella Thompson always remembered how comforting her grandmother's home smelled,
00:05like a mix of rose water, lavender talc, and a hint of warm spices.
00:11But as she got older, that distinct scent changed.
00:14It wasn't necessarily bad, but it was different.
00:17It lingered longer on her grandmother's clothes and furniture.
00:20She later learned what many would casually and sometimes rudely refer to as old people smell.
00:27But what exactly causes that scent?
00:30And more importantly, how do seniors manage it after the age of 65 with grace and confidence?
00:37Ella, now 67, sat on her front porch in Oak Ridge, Oregon, sipping her peppermint tea.
00:44She laughed to herself as her grandson, Jake, ran up to her with a wrinkled nose and said,
00:49Grandma, your house smells like the thrift store again.
00:53At first, it stung.
00:55But then curiosity took over.
00:57Ella decided she wanted to understand this better.
01:00Not just for herself, but for others her age who might feel self-conscious, embarrassed, or even unaware.
01:07The truth is, old people smell isn't a myth.
01:11Scientifically, it's real.
01:13And surprisingly, it's not about hygiene or personal neglect.
01:17It's a natural biological process.
01:19According to Dr. Michael Langston, a geriatric specialist from Denver, the unique scent is often caused by a compound called 2-non-enol.
01:28As the skin ages, it produces more of this compound due to the breakdown of omega-7 unsaturated fatty acids, which increases after the age of 40 and especially post-65.
01:40Interestingly, 2-non-enol has a greasy, grassy, or waxy smell that tends to be more noticeable in older adults.
01:49Dr. Langston explains that as people age, their skin's natural ability to regenerate declines.
01:54That, combined with hormonal changes, oxidative stress, and slower metabolic activity, leads to a shift in body odor.
02:03It has nothing to do with being unclean and everything to do with time and biology.
02:08Ella began to notice these subtle changes in herself.
02:10How her clothes retained scent longer, how her skin didn't feel the same, and how certain perfumes she once loved no longer blended well with her natural body chemistry.
02:22But instead of feeling defeated, she got proactive.
02:25She started by changing her diet.
02:28I didn't want to just mask a smell.
02:30I wanted to feel fresh from the inside out, Ella explained.
02:33She cut down on red meats and fried food, and added more leafy greens, citrus, and whole grains.
02:39Hydration also played a huge role.
02:42Drinking at least 8 glasses of water daily helped flush toxins from her body.
02:47Another change came from switching her soaps and detergents.
02:51She started using gentle, unscented cleansers that targeted skin pH balance and didn't dry her skin out.
02:58Products containing green tea extract and charcoal were particularly effective at neutralizing odor, without adding overpowering perfumes.
03:06Ella also made small lifestyle changes.
03:10She ensured she aired out her home daily, opening windows, using air purifiers, and placing bowls of baking soda in stuffy areas like closets and under furniture.
03:20The fabrics in her home, couches, drapes, and bedding, got regular washes or steam cleanings.
03:26Her friend George Miller, 72, shared a different approach.
03:30He swore by regular sauna visits at the community center and gentle exfoliation using oatmeal scrubs.
03:37It's not about looking young, he told Ella one afternoon.
03:41It's about feeling clean and alive.
03:43George's father, Harold, lived to be 96 and managed to maintain a fresh, earthy scent even in his final years.
03:52He used to rub lemon peels on his hands and neck.
03:54George chuckled.
03:56Said it kept the death scent away.
03:57Turns out, he was sort of right.
04:00Citrus oils helped neutralize non-enal.
04:03Ella found comfort in knowing she wasn't alone in this journey.
04:07She formed a small group of neighbors, retirees like herself, who met every Thursday to share tips, homemade deodorant recipes, or just stories about aging.
04:17They called themselves the Fresh Start Club.
04:20One member, Doris and McKinley, 74, shared how she had battled feelings of shame after overhearing her own daughter whisper about her smell.
04:30I cried that night, Doris admitted.
04:33But then I said to myself, shame won't fix it.
04:36Action will.
04:38She started with apple cider vinegar soaks and ended up loving a handmade soap with goat milk and tea tree oil.
04:44Now my daughter asks what perfume I use, Doris laughed, and I tell her, it's just me.
04:50The psychological impact of odor can't be understated either.
04:54Many seniors begin to isolate themselves socially once they start feeling insecure about how they smell.
05:00But by understanding the source and adopting manageable, natural solutions, many like Ella, George, and Doris regain their confidence.
05:09Even simple wardrobe changes made a difference.
05:13Ella started wearing more breathable cotton clothes instead of synthetic blends.
05:17I never realized how polyester trap scent, she said.
05:21It's like wearing a plastic bag around your skin.
05:24Other helpful habits included regular towel washing, rotating shoes, and even skipping heavy perfume sprays, which can actually mix poorly with aging skin oils.
05:34Instead, Ella used essential oil diffusers in her home.
05:37Choosing light scents like lavender, eucalyptus, or orange blossom.
05:43There's also an emotional element here.
05:46Scent is memory.
05:47For children and grandchildren, the smell of an older relative often becomes part of their personal story.
05:53Sometimes, what people label as old people smell is really a blend of things like worn leather furniture, cooking spices, aged wood, and old books.
06:03It's comforting and nostalgic for many, just misunderstood for others.
06:08Ella had this exact realization when Jake, her grandson, stayed over for the weekend.
06:14After a night of watching movies and playing board games, he climbed into bed and mumbled,
06:19Your house smells funny, grandma, but also like you.
06:23I like it.
06:24She smiled in the dark.
06:26That moment stayed with her.
06:28As the years passed, Ella continued her journey of aging with grace.
06:33She remained active, curious, and attentive to the small things, like the scent she left behind on a sweater or the way her home welcomed guests.
06:42She realized that what mattered most was how she felt about herself, not how others perceived her.
06:48The Fresh Start Club eventually grew beyond Oak Ridge.
06:52Seniors from nearby towns joined their gatherings, and eventually, Ella was invited to speak at wellness centers and nursing homes.
07:00She never gave a lecture without saying,
07:03You are not your scent, but if you want to change it, you absolutely can.
07:07Today, the conversation around old people's smell is becoming more compassionate and informed.
07:13More dermatologists, nutritionists, and product developers are recognizing the unique needs of aging skin and bodies.
07:21New lines of skincare and hygiene products are being tailored specifically for the over-60 population,
07:27not just to mask odor, but to promote health and dignity.
07:31Ella's story, and those like hers, serve as a gentle reminder that aging isn't about fading.
07:37It's about evolving.
07:39Every change, even those as intimate as scent, tells a story.
07:43And those stories deserve to be told without shame.
07:47So the next time someone mentions old people's smell, perhaps they'll think of Ella, George, and Doris,
07:53not as punchlines, but as pioneers of grace, courage, and self-care.
07:58Because the truth is, with the right knowledge and attitude,
08:03every senior can manage aging's changes, including its sense, with confidence and pride.
