Take a moment to consider the space around you: There is scent everywhere, from the clothing we wear and the beauty products we use to the cleaning products we apply to remove these smells (by adding new ones). Most of these smells are synthetic, because they’re cheaper to produce and have a long shelf life. These are chemicals, but so is everything; some are toxic, others aren’t; some are used in huge quantities, others are so scarce that they can only be measured in parts per million. They are increasingly controversial, however, and a growing debate among environmental-illness advocates and industry representatives is raising public awareness around the role that synthetic smells play in shaping our day-to-day environment.
The Benefits of Scenting Public Places - GOOD
An excerpt from a response piece I wrote for GOOD exploring the role of scent in public spaces.
