Researchers compared the composition of body odour from infants and teens. They found teen BO has two unique compounds that smell of sweat and urine.
Researchers compared the composition of body odour from infants and teens. They found teen BO has two unique compounds that smell of sweat and urine. Most parents will be familiar with the smell of a teenager's bedroom. Now, scientists have confirmed they really do have their own special scent – of sweat, urine, musk and sandalwood. Researchers compared the chemical composition of body odour samples from 18 infants aged between zero and three-years-old, and 18 teenagers aged between 14 and 18.
There was an even mix of male and female participants in each age group. Samples were collected from cotton pads that were sewn into the armpits of T-shirts and bodysuits worn by the participants for one night. Teenage participants and the parents of infant participants were instructed to avoid strongly-flavoured foods and perfumed products and detergents for 48 hours prior to the study. Analysis revealed that although the chemical composition of body odour was similar in both groups, those collected from teenagers contained higher levels of certain acids
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