Ask To Not Wear Perfume or Cologne

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Now a days I see requests for no scents in a number of establishments - mostly medical offices. A scent free zone is becoming quite popular and it is because there are many people that can not tolerate scents and they cause serious health problems. If I didn't have a cousin who is extremely sensitive to scents (she is not sure which ones set her off), I would probably not understand the request if it was on an invitation. However, I have been present when my cousin has had to stand in the lobby by herself at my mothers funeral because the flowers were causing breathing issues. I unfortunately have also been with her when she couldn't breath and had to be rushed to the hospital. To me, it is a small request to ensure that each and every guest has a very enjoyable time celebrating our wedding. My cousin is too important to me to have her stay at home for my wedding, because some might think it is in bad taste to make the request. I also disagree that we can trust people to not use excessive amounts. There are some people that I can smell a mile away. Plus, for those unfortunate to be sensitive to scents it can be much more than cologne and perfume. Shampoo, conditioner, body lotion, scented candles, flowers, etc., all can produce a severe reaction. I think it will be those that don't understand the effects that scents can have on people that will not understand the request. Perhaps it is an education opportunity. On my invitations I plan on placing the following text. "To ensure that all our guests have an enjoyable experience at our wedding, we ask that you refrain from wearing any scented body and hair products as there will be guests present that have severe medical reactions to scents".

View Quoted Comment I have severe chronic migraine and synthetic fragrance is my biggest trigger! I cannot go into certain stores anymore. I get instant attacks walking next to people that use traditional laundry detergent, fabric softeners, or anything that has Fragrance listed as the ingredient. It’s severe to the point where I was out on medical leave for 5 months and was hospitalized! It’s no joke, so for anyone on this site or anywhere else that finds this ridiculous request, let’s trade and YOU can have severe sensitivity’s to synthetic fragrance. I will absolutely be requesting no fragrance at my wedding.

View Quoted Comment Same-I have severe chronic migraine and synthetic fragrance is my biggest trigger. I do not want to be incapacitated on my wedding day due to guests wearing synthetic fragrance. !