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Is urine used to make perfume?
An artist going by the name of Cherry Tree tells AOL that she makes perfume from her own urine, using the same fermentation process we’re more used to observing with liquor. Tree points out, however, that some traditional perfume also uses animal secretions, from deer and civet cat musk to ambergris.
Do they use cat pee in perfume?
No, cat urine isn’t used in perfumery. Civet cat anal gland secretion known as ‘vivarium’ is a musky perfume additive in very expensive perfumes or entirely natural perfumes. It is expensive but a little goes a long way.
What’s the most expensive perfume in the world?
According to Guinness World Records, the most expensive perfume commercially available is Clive Christian No. 1 Imperial Majesty, which was released in a 10-bottle run in 2005 at $205,000 each for 500 milliliters (price included delivery via Bentley).
Do they use cat urine in perfume?
No, cat urine isn’t used in perfumery. Civet cat anal gland secretion known as ‘vivarium’ is a musky perfume additive in very expensive perfumes or entirely natural perfumes. It is expensive but a little goes a long way. Civets are not actually cats at all, they are more closely related to weasels.
Why do some fragrances smell like urine?
Some fragrances have components that smell like urine, or a bit like crotch. YSL Kouros and Christian Dior Jules are two that come to mind that have a dirty, slightly urinous (and fecal for that matter) undertone. Mixed in the right proportions these notes convey a certain sexuality.
Why does my vagina smell like bleach or ammonia?
An odor similar to bleach or ammonia could be a couple different things. Sometimes, this odor is reason to see a doctor. Urine. Urine contains a byproduct of ammonia called urea. A buildup of urine in your underwear or around your vulva could put off a chemical smell. Keep in mind, urine smelling strongly of ammonia is a sign of dehydration.
Why does my pee smell bad even with a UTI?
Bacteria, of course, can make your pee smell bad. But Dr. Dutta says if you have a UTI, you’ll probably have more symptoms than just smelly urine. The same bacteria can also make you have to go more frequently, give you a burning sensation when peeing, and even turn your urine cloudy or even bloody.
Why do I have an odor that doesn’t actually smell?
Or it could be an odor that isn’t actually present (known as phantosmia). Your symptoms suggest you have periods of phantosmia: your brain registers an odor when none is present in the environment. But at other times, it could be parosmia, meaning you are more sensitive to a smell that doesn’t bother other people.