” to discuss this change in scent. “While antibiotics can treat and/or cure infections on the body, the scalp and hair remain incredibly resistant to antibiotics, as the hair can act as a reservoir for these organisms. Hair has a pleasant fragrance naturally, but every once in a while it can be downright smelly. While wet dog smell is unpleasant, it won’t do you or your pup any harm. To solve this smelly hair problem, Dr. Schlessinger suggests switching your regular shampoo for one that will address the odor-causing bacteria. Does anyone know if this could be a vitamin deficiency of some sorts? While it has nothing to do with real dirty socks, “Dirty Sock Syndrome” is a common cause of stinky air. 15. Hair smell is a typical incident for lots of people, even clean people like you! A dermatologist explains why your hair smells really bad, like a wet dog, even, and how to get rid of this problem. The smell seems to last about 10 or more minutes and goes away (unless I just get used to smell and think it goes away). In that case, I should smell like garlic and coffee. The natural scent of hair should be pleasant, almost sweet. Dr. Schlessinger also recommends CLn Shampoo to clean and disinfect the scalp, If washing with a sulfur or bleach shampoo does not rid your hair of its odor, you should see your dermatologist to investigate the cause of the smell. Scarysymptoms.com will not be liable for damages arising out of or in connection with the use of this site. Should you wear sunscreen on cloudy days? In-depth explanations of symptoms you won’t find on other sites. All text is copyright property of this site's authors. ← Dr. Joel Schlessinger discusses what gives hair a burnt smell with ScarySymptoms.com, Dr. Joel Schlessinger talks to xoVain.com about pH levels →, 5 Steps to Banishing Dark Circles Under Your Eyes. Family Guy(1999) - S17E02 Dead Dog Walking. Ask in the comment section below. Scary Symptoms does not make any representation regarding the accuracy of any information contained in those advertisements or sites, and does not accept any responsibility or liability for the content of those advertisements and sites and the offerings made by the third parties. I mean, I like dogs and I’m usually covered in dog hair. 0 Like this post Log in Add an account (Advertising) Ell53hsz. Shampoos containing sulfur usually do the trick and can be found over the counter in drugstores. My boyfriend noticed my curls were pretty much gone one day! 1st person told us he had osmidrosis and to wash his hair with sulfur shampoo, 2nd person asked him how much water he drank. My scalp was EXTREMELY itchy and my hair strands felt rough and hard. But simply stay with me for a minute longer. Posted on September 2, 2015, in Dr. Joel Schlessinger in the Media. The first is washing your hair excessive. I just don't think rushing to the blow drier, and stinking my house while doing it, has to be the only answer. There are many of these over the counter in drugstores. Hair glands secrete sebum, an oily substance that is beneficial for hair. But a certain problem can override the scent of your hair’s natural oils, making it stink like a wet dog or just be plain smelly. 1.8 secs. I’ve decided that I hope I smell like cheese. Although, never had this problem, so can't say how true any of this is. Change ), You are commenting using your Twitter account. It can be very unfortunate to an extent that your hair may be so smelly that sometimes flies may buzz over your head. answer between the well water and the leave in conditioner, that could easily be causing the smell. You can also use a detangler with a pleasant scent. Posts: 57 Hair smells like...wet dog!!! Answers from hundreds of doctors about benign to serious symptoms. Change ), You are commenting using your Google account. The smell may be ground in. I am losing alot of hair for other reasons not related to odor issues. I think that some shampoos smell great when you open the cap and smell them in the store, but when you use them they rinse out and smell nothing or like wet dog. Have … Peeuww ! It is illegal to copy, reprint or republish any content or portions of content from this site without the author's permission. I used the Products by Jafra when my kids were little and they always smelled … Our laundry smells like a wet dog! When the hair gets wet, it smells so so bad!At frist it was not as strong as it is now. Chlorine could possibly help with that, at least it does with some bacterial skin infections, like secondary infections from atopic dermatitis. Hair glands secrete sebum, an oily substance that is beneficial for hair. You should also know that everyone has their own scent and using certain products ( like perfume or shampoo or condition ) can either make you smell really good OR really bad depending on what their chemical makeup is. Try a shampoo that's made for guys! Make sure to drink plenty of water as well. Have you tried adding 10 drops of GSE to the child's shampoo? The content on this site is meant for information and guidance only, not for diagnosing or treating medical conditions. I really want to smell like parmesan or mozzarella. So vacuuming the furniture has to be part of my weekly routine. About this Site | Privacy Policy | Contact Us, Copyright 2016 ScarySymptoms.com | All Rights Reserved |, Why Your Hair Smells Burnt: Causes, Solutions. The glands secrete an oily substance called sebum, and it makes its way to the surface of the scalp. To prepare it, mix 50 ml of coconut oil with about 10 drops of rosemary oil. It smells like wet dog in here. These natural oils tend to have a sweet scent that gives hair a pleasing fragrance. Hair porosity may also have something to do with it. However, there are doggy odors that pet owners should be more worried about. Does your hair’s smell remind you of a wet dog? I felt terrible. 23 answers Janet Pizaro. “These aren’t something that can be switched off easily, and are the same cause of armpit smells. To avoid wet dog smell after you bathe them, you can make a homemade dog conditioner which is based on both coconut and rosemary oil (a double whammy of odor elimination). I have cleaned it according to our manual. Change ). I mentioned to my doctor and she said to use a anti-bacterial soap. Omegas like flaxseed and Biotin. Guest Posted on 07-05-2015 at 11.28PM . ( Log Out /  This site may contain third-party advertisements and links to third-party sites. “Different skin diseases and infections can cause bad smells that are noticeably different than the wet dog smell,” says Miller. Join Date: Aug 2003. Providing easy-to-understand information about your medical concerns. If you're worried, try using a vinegar rinse, because the smell may be caused by product buildups or scalp … It sounds like a mildew buildup. Dr. Joel Schlessinger has the final answer. Consult your physician before beginning any exercise or therapy program. I am sure I cannot be the only one that has this problem. “In the worst of cases it may be worth considering Botox injections into the scalp area if the smell isn’t contained with the treatments mentioned here. Dirty socks. If hair stops smelling sweet and starts to smell foul, Dr. Schlessinger says this is due to the presence of bacteria or fungus in the scalp. The 3rd is, you may not be washing your hair correctly. Once there, it then makes its way onto the visible hair shaft and down the length of the hair as you brush it; the brushing (or combing) distributes the beneficial sebum all over your hair. OP’s posts: See next | See all Add message | Report | See all. It smells like dog, but there's no dog. Beauty. If these volatile organic compounds are being produced all the time, you might wonder why wet dog smells so much worse than a dry dog. I recommend a bleach-containing shampoo, CLn, lovelyskin.com/o/cln-shampoo, that not only cleans but disinfects. Family Guy (1999) - S10E11 Comedy. This morning my porridge melt of it so badly that I couldn;t eat it. I find there are three major factors for hair smell. If changing the filter doesn’t solve the problem, there are other possible causes including Dirty Sock Syndrome, mold, mildew, and actual pet hair. Is he for sure using shampoo in his hair? The smell can also be transferable to towels, pillows or beddings in general. I’m cool with wet dog smell too. The Simpsons (1989) - S23E09 Comedy. Being 18 months old, I'd experiment with different shampoos. What the hell has happened?! Google "atopy". Smells like dog food. Be careful not to cause it to dry too quickly or use too much dry heat. Help!! Help!! MarianForrester Tue 14-Aug-12 17:02:39. But that’s just a wild guess. The odor may be so strong that co-workers or partners may easily notice it. Dunno if it's the same but my toddler's hair always smells like a wet dog when I wash it, no matter how many times I apply shampoo. Malcolm in the Middle (2000) - S01E11 Funeral. With a little effort and a bit of patience an owner may reclaim their living area and their sense of smell. Could this be a pg symptom lol!! We discovered that Smelly Hair Syndrome manifests in one striking symptom: a horrific odor that emanates from the hair and scalp. The OP is white, and the subject of how one's hair smells when wet can be construed as a honest one. Third-party ads or links to other websites where products or services are advertised are not endorsements or recommendations by Scary Symptoms for the third-party sites or their products or services. As the water evaporates from the dog’s hair, it can carry with it some of the volatile compounds, allowing them to reach your nose. Jo xx Any time he gets wet, his head smells just like a wet dog. The second is not washing your hair enough. Answer + 22. Once there, it then makes its way onto the visible hair shaft and down the length of the hair as you brush it; the brushing (or combing) distributes the beneficial sebum all over your hair. The mustiness is probably the smell of microbes that got into the wood (the same way microbes make wet dogs smell = bacteria/mould growth). It's Your Shampoo! And still, my hair doesn't smell super, it is just a lot better in comparison to the horrible wet dog smell. 2.3 secs. Is there any truth to stereotypes of certain cultures smelling like certain things? Sure, the OP may well be a troll, but we are trying to allow our posters just as much leeway in the often inflammatory area touching on race as OT posters can reasonably and responsibly handle while carrying out ANAND'S SPECIFIC WRIT against ugly and hurtful stealth racism. I have ran vinegar through it, I have ran bleach with some of the clothes, and nothing helps. 11. “In the case of ‘smelly hair’ it is necessary to wash daily and preferably prior to leaving for the day.”, “If these measures don’t work, it may be wise to see a dermatologist, as there may be a role in antibiotics or antifungals.”. Leave a comment. More like wet dog to me . But I love my OdoBan. Some compares the smell with wet dog, dirty socks, oily smell mixed with vomit or stinky diaper. I just threw away another small load of clothes because they stink! I used to walk on my lunch at work and I had to stop because I didn’t want people smelling me. Its natural fragrance originates from the sebaceous glands—there's one of these glands in each hair follicle. on Jun 8, 2016. Before you reach for Heston's cookbook, this is not the latest culinary fad but English National Opera's recipe for curling facial hair. This comprehensive limitation of liability applies to any kind of damage including (without limitation) compensatory, direct, indirect or consequential, loss of data, income or profit, loss of or damage to property and claims of third parties. Bookmark the permalink. “For one, a sulfur-containing shampoo can help. So here is what I hope to know; Plus the best information on fitness, exercise and fat loss. Change ), You are commenting using your Facebook account. 3 Things You Must Know Before Going to the Gym! When he gets his hair cut we have to tell them about the smell . “In the worst of cases,” explains Dr. Schlessinger, “it may be worth considering Botox injections into the scalp area.”. Even with the blankets, hair creeps in spots unimaginable. Medically reviewed by Joel Schlessinger, MD. ( Log Out /  level 1 If you've just moved could it be old dog hair being hoovered up? But a certain problem can override the scent of your hair’s natural oils, making it stink like a wet dog or just be plain smelly. How can I make my house smell nice again? Dr. Schlessinger explains, “The scalp and hair remain incredibly resistant to antibiotics, as the hair can act as a reservoir for these organisms.” If you have been diagnosed with a bacterial infection or fungus, you may have to seek a special treatment to cure smelly hair. Dr. Schlessinger continues, “This means that it is perfectly possible to wash hair thoroughly and miss the main thing in a situation of ‘smelly hair’ — the bacteria! If he's for sure using shampoo maybe he needs a different shampoo. Some describe it as "... stinks like a diaper." Scary Symptoms assumes no responsibility for ad content, promises made, or the quality or reliability of the goods or services offered in any advertisement. The only way to reverse it is airing it out in a dry place with excellent ventilation. ( Log Out /  2.3 secs. ( Mushrooms are loaded with it. ) Subscribe To Hair Problems Thread Tools: Search this Thread: 08-09-2003, 08:55 AM #1: Guest502 Member . For a while (that I've noticed), maybe a couple of years, my hair hasn't smelled very nice. If your hair smells like “wet dog” it’s probably bacteria inside the hair shaft (since this is the reason dogs smell like that). Wet dog. Fill in your details below or click an icon to log in: You are commenting using your WordPress.com account. Water itself has a hand in this; it helps to break down the micro-excreta of the bacteria and yeast in the dog’s hair. Create a free website or blog at WordPress.com. At first I thought it was the shower but I cleaned it really good, then I thought maybe the water, but I only can smell AFTER I get my hair wet. It smells like raspberry. for the past few months I have noticed that when I wash my hair it smells like a wet dog no matter what shampoo or conditioner I use. The natural scent of hair should be pleasant, almost sweet. Warping and splitting occurs if things move too quickly. It is possible to cut down on the doggy odor, even eliminate it completely. kids grow at a much faster rate then adults, therefore they shed skin cells much faster, right ?? Answered. Other illnesses can make themselves known through bad breath and excessive flatulence. Hair Smell Like Medicine? According to the people who have commented on our blog, the olfactory character of the smell varies from person to person. “It is perfectly possible to wash hair thoroughly and miss the main thing in a situation of ‘smelly hair’ – the bacteria!” says Dr. Schlessinger. Hair smells like...wet dog!!! Its natural fragrance originates from the sebaceous glands — there’s one of these glands in each hair follicle. “Smelly hair is a problem that occurs after bacteria (or fungus) becomes present in the scalp,” says Dr. Joel Schlessinger, MD, board certified dermatologist and cosmetic surgeon with a private practice in Omaha, NE. Dog hair is everywhere in our house, no matter how much I clean it’s always there. It would not be too much of a surprise to find out I smelled like a dog. Whooooooo. Subject: Re: [Autism-Mercury] Child's wet hair smells like wet dog Wet dog smell is bacteria build-up in an area of excess sebum excretion, usually due to an allergic reaction or food intolerance. The smell is a metal like smell. Came back a few hours later, the kids said it smells like a farm . Obviously he is washed the same as his brother who smells like a human when wet, so I have no idea. “Regular shampoos can do quite a bit to calm frizzy hair, preserve luster or clean off oils, but the last thing (and perhaps the ‘never’ thing) they do is to deep clean bacteria and other organisms.”. A certain bad smell is still present, and 2. Viola, fresh carpets with no wet dog smell. and it smells like wet dog. Even if I am not at home, and it rains or I wet my fingers to rub down my stray hairs, the smell comes back. Little girls also smell like wet dogs when they wash the hair unless you get them a little more expensive of a shampoo and conditioner. “But these are expensive and would not be covered by insurance for the scalp area.”, “It is important to note that hair should be washed daily,” says Dr. Schlessinger. 2 secs. Next time I was out I took a whiff and yes, there it was, that smell like a wet dog! ( Log Out /  Married with Children (1987) - S03E07 Family. As soon as my hair hit the water, that’s all i smelled. Don't know why I care, really - I know he's clean I just don't like the whiff . Recently, Dr. Joel Schlessinger spoke with Scary Symptoms in an article titled “Does Your Hair Smell Like a Wet Dog?” to discuss this change in scent. I know of some kids who just wet it down and they don't use shampoo, then their hair stinks!! How long have you lived there for? Why Your Baby’s Head Smells Like Sweaty Feet or Dirty Socks. Regular washes may not eliminate the cause of smelly hair, says Joel Schlessinger MD. “Regular shampoos can do quite a bit to calm frizzy hair, preserve luster or clean off oils,” explains Dr. Schlessinger, “but the last thing (and perhaps the ‘never’ thing) they do is to deep clean bacteria and other organisms.” Typically, an infection on the body is treated with antibiotics but this does not rid hair of odor. Apply as a conditioner after shampooing your dog … It may take several treatments if the dog has a particular spot he likes to sleep in. I've found that a liberal application of a nice conditioner covers it up. I doubt your hair really smells like a wet dog... it just smells like wet hair! Frequently, your AC may smell like a wet dog when the filter is past due for a change. Do you have questions for Dr. Schlessinger about smelly hair? Ahh, the smell is driving me mad but I'm sat in work with no dogs, dry or wet, my clothes don;t smell, neither do I (I have double checked) and I've smelt everything on my desk and can't find the culprit. We have a front loader washing machine. Like from extreme afro to wavy flat, oily hair, In addition to smelling like sulfur or “wet dog”. This one may be a little controversial with those of you that are all-natural warriors. 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