Scent has a big role to play in our everyday interactions. And we’ve always known this. It’s why your partner’s old t-shirt can feel like a warm presence and why some mothers place their t-shirts in their baby’s crib to help them sleep better. Recently, if you’ve been scrolling through TikTok as obsessively as we have, you might have stumbled upon the gist about pheromones. We may have missed a chemistry class or two, but apparently, this is a thing. From viral videos to endless discussions, the pheromone perfume has piqued our curiosity. So, what’s all the hype really about?
First things first, let’s break it down. Pheromones are chemical signals released by animals and humans that trigger social responses in members of the same species. We think of them as invisible communicators, subtly influencing how we act socially and sexually. According to some scientists, these tiny molecules play a role in the attraction and dating world. Even though we can’t see them or consciously smell them, our bodies can pick up these signs on a subconscious level.
Apparently, there’s some science behind it. Our bodies have this way that supposedly protects us from procreating with people who have similar DNA. Our noses can actually detect genetic similarity, and if someone’s DNA is too close to ours, they might not smell so appealing. Now while we want to believe this because of our scientific sources, we also heard some crazy stories about cousins messing around. Just to note, we are very much weirded out and appalled by any form of incest.
Moving on, there’s the thing of pheromone perfumes. Yes, there are perfumes infused with synthetic pheromones that claim to make you more attractive to the opposite sex. We’re not sure if it’s another scam from the fragrance industry, or if there’s some truth to the claims?
We can’t help but be sceptical. On one hand, the concept is found in legit science—pheromones do play a role in attraction. On the other hand, the effectiveness of these perfumes is questionable. Do they really work, or is it just a placebo effect? There isn’t much proof that these perfumes’ work except for some TikTok videos. Plus we think that attraction is very complex and involves a lot of factors beyond just scent.
We think the concept of pheromones are both interesting and a little shocking. While the science behind pheromones is intriguing, it’s important to approach products like pheromone perfumes with a side eye.
So, the next time you catch your partner’s scent and feel a wave of affection, just know there’s some science at play. Whether it’s a marketing scheme or a genuine way to help our love lives, the pheromone perfume craze continues to captivate and puzzle us. But one thing’s for sure—we’ll keep sniffing around for more answers.
