Toxic Fragrances and Scents are Destroying People’s Health: How One Boy Nearly Died from Airborne Anaphylaxis

When we published John Thomas' article earlier this year, Is Your Health Being Destroyed by Other People’s Toxic Fragrances?, some people commented that this statement made by John was over-exaggerating: "Secondhand fragrance contamination should be the number one health problem being addressed by the public health system in America, but it doesn’t even show up on the list of current priorities." However, others emailed us and thanked us for giving exposure to this national health crisis, because they have experienced it firsthand. It is not a topic that gets much exposure in the media, not even in the alternative health media. But there are many thousands of people suffering debilitating illnesses due to airborne chemicals in fragrances and scented products, and most of the rest of us are probably affected without even realizing it. Rosa Silk is one of the people who emailed us, and shared her son's story of how his life and health has been ruined by other people's fragrances. She asked us to publish his story, and the publishers at AllergicLiving.com have given us permission to bring you the story of her son's battle with airborne anaphylaxis, and her fight to pass legislation that would offer some protection from the chemical industry.

The Addictive Power of Toxic Perfumes and Colognes

Is your perfume or cologne controlling your behavior? Is it possible that you are addicted? Fragrances contain chemicals that have narcotic-like properties. The substances might not produce a traditional narcotic high, but they do cause dependency, which triggers the need for repeated use of the product to avoid the discomfort and irritability of withdrawal.

Is Your Health Being Destroyed by Other People’s Toxic Fragrances?

Secondhand fragrance contamination should be the number one health problem being addressed by the public health system in America, but it doesn’t even show up on the list of current priorities. Fragrances used in perfume, cologne, air fresheners, and scented laundry products are manufactured from petroleum or coal tar by the use of chemistry. They are synthetic or artificial, and they are chemical concoctions that are toxic to all people. Dr. Anne Steinemann, an internationally recognized scientist who helps people create healthier living and working environments, stated: "In my epidemiological studies, I found that nearly 30% of the US population experiences adverse health effects when they are exposed to fragranced products."

Heavenly Scents or Toxic Fumes – Are your Fragrances Healing or Killing You?

Naturally fragrant essential oils can heal illness, but manufactured scents can make people sick and even cause death. Can you tell the difference? Are man-made artificial fragrances making you ill? Warning! If you no longer smell your scented laundry products and if people have told you that you are putting on too much perfume or cologne, then you may be in serious danger of developing an environmental illness. If you stop your constant exposure now, your immune system can still recover. If you choose to continue your habits, then a chemical induced disability might be in your future.