Let’s be honest: we all have a scent. It’s uniquely ours, and while it can be pleasant, fresh, or floral, sometimes it takes an unexpected turn. But did you know that our body odour changes as we move through life’s stages?

From the sweet scent of a newborn to the intense whiff of teenage hormones, to the more subtle but noticeable smells of aging, our scent story is constantly evolving. At Bodiscent, we believe it’s time to talk openly about it.

Here’s how your body odour changes through life, and what you can do to feel fresh and confident, no matter your age.

Childhood: Naturally neutral

Young children typically have very little noticeable body odour. Their apocrine sweat glands, the ones responsible for strong odours, are inactive. The light, often pleasant scent of children is mostly due to low hormone levels and a healthy skin microbiome.

But all of that starts to shift as puberty approaches…

Teen Years: Welcome to puberty (and new odours)

Teenagers often experience a sharp increase in body odour. Why? Because this is when the apocrine glands in the underarms and groin area become active, triggered by hormone changes, especially androgens.

These glands release sweat that, when broken down by skin bacteria, creates the strong odours we often associate with adolescence. Add sports, stress, and school anxiety, and it’s the perfect storm.

Adulthood & Hormones: Stress and scent

As we move into adulthood, our scent settles, until life (and hormones) shake it up again. Pregnancy, menstruation, perimenopause, and stress can all alter the way we smell.

Cortisol, the stress hormone, can increase sweat production. Meanwhile, shifts in estrogen and testosterone levels can lead to stronger or different body odours, sometimes musky, sometimes sour.

Older Adults: The “Old People Smell” myth (and truth)

Yes, there is science behind the scent that can develop with age, but it’s not what you think. As we age, our bodies produce a compound called 2-nonenal, which has a grassy or greasy smell. It typically becomes more noticeable after the age of 40–50.

Unlike sweat-based odours, 2-nonenal forms from the oxidation of fatty acids in the skin. It’s harder to mask with traditional deodorants and can become more apparent due to slower skin regeneration and changes in hygiene routines.

So, what can you do?

Smelling great isn’t about covering up, it’s about understanding your body and working with it. A naturally inspired solution like Bodiscent helps support freshness from within, using ingredients like chlorophyll, parsley, and peppermint that work with your body’s natural processes.

Bodiscent is a once-a-day capsule that works with your body to fight odour from the inside out. You don’t have to suffer from embarrassing odours, whatever stage of life you’re in, embrace it. Confidence smells amazing on everyone.

Experience Bodiscent—just ONE capsule a day for the freedom to live your life your way.

Ready to experience the difference Bodiscent can make? Start today and say goodbye to body odour for good.

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