Smell enhancements?

GeekyDad

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So, a few years back was watching an episode of Boston Legal, and one of their cases had to do with how casinos make gamblers feel relaxed while visiting by releasing certain fragrances into the air via their AC units. Had never thought of such a thing, but it makes (insanely horrible) sense that they would, and could legally, do so.

The reason I bring this topic up is because I had to go with my wife the other day to a Carmax to have a car she purchased (just a little over a week ago) serviced. I didn't go in with her; I waited outside. But every time someone went in or out -- which was constantly, since it was a Saturday -- I could smell this weird fragrant smell.

Had any experience with this type of influence device?
 
when I was in school I used to get a test tube, press it up against my asshole and fart into it. Then you quickly cover the top with your thumb and release it into your friend's (or enemy) face. It was awesome because it's a pure fart and the little blast of scent is so powerful.
 
GeekyDad said:
So, a few years back was watching an episode of Boston Legal, and one of their cases had to do with how casinos make gamblers feel relaxed while visiting by releasing certain fragrances into the air via their AC units. Had never thought of such a thing, but it makes (insanely horrible) sense that they would, and could legally, do so.

The reason I bring this topic up is because I had to go with my wife the other day to a Carmax to have a car she purchased (just a little over a week ago) serviced. I didn't go in with her; I waited outside. But every time someone went in or out -- which was constantly, since it was a Saturday -- I could smell this weird fragrant smell.

Had any experience with this type of influence device?
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Some Japanese offices spray mint because they think it makes you "feel cooler" instead of lowering the temperature of the office. I've only been in one Japanese office and it was too hot and I was wearing a suit.

RagnarokIV said:
when I was in school I used to get a test tube, press it up against my asshole and fart into it. Then you quickly cover the top with your thumb and release it into your friend's (or enemy) face. It was awesome because it's a pure fart and the little blast of scent is so powerful.
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"Save Gas Fart in a Jar" bumper sticker. I feel like those stickers date to the 1970s and the oil crisis but I can't find proof.
 
Lots of places use psychological tricks to get you to purchase or spend more, or stay longer. Even Video games with Micro transactions employ psychologist to help sell more digital goods. If you have walked into target or most retail stores there is unknown psychology at work.
 
I remember like 30 years ago I read about a study to see which smells make people buy more stuff.

I don't remember what it was for women, but for men, the smell of cinnamon rolls was most effective lol
 
Some supermarkets pump out an artificial smell of "freshly baked" bread in their bakery sections.
 
My vegetarian girlfriend releases this horrible smell when she farts that reminds me I need to keep eating meat for the rest of my life
 
Casinos also do the same as supermarkets when they consider the layout of bathrooms, entrances, or displays.

One time I was in Taiwan and it seemed every store had its own smell. Not sure if it was deliberate, but I'm sure it helps remember them
 
Realtors bake cookies on days where there are Open Houses. The scent of freshly baked cookies helps people fall in love with the house.
 
The smell industry is huge. Tons of businesses and buildings spend money to get custom odors made. This is big in apartments/leasing companies, especially in "luxury" type buildings, it gives the place a premium feel compared to others.

Mistake said:
Casinos also do the same as supermarkets when they consider the layout of bathrooms, entrances, or displays.

One time I was in Taiwan and it seemed every store had its own smell. Not sure if it was deliberate, but I'm sure it helps remember them
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yes, it is very deliberate.
 
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I remember there used to be clothing stores that would use a scent at all their locations. You could be in any mall and youd know exactly what store you're walking by just by the smell .
 
As someone with a medical condition that caused me to lose my sense of smell at a young age, the replies in this thread are fascinating.

It almost feels like I have a superpower now, being impervious to these kinds of tactics.
 
Soltype said:
I remember there used to be clothing stores that would use a scent at all their locations. You could be in any mall and youd know exactly what store you're walking by just by the smell .
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Hollister had a really distinct smell, if I remember correctly.
 
diffusionx said:
feel like I could say something that would get me banned and put on a watch list right now
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demanding do it GIF
 
GeekyDad said:
So, a few years back was watching an episode of Boston Legal, and one of their cases had to do with how casinos make gamblers feel relaxed while visiting by releasing certain fragrances into the air via their AC units. Had never thought of such a thing, but it makes (insanely horrible) sense that they would, and could legally, do so.

The reason I bring this topic up is because I had to go with my wife the other day to a Carmax to have a car she purchased (just a little over a week ago) serviced. I didn't go in with her; I waited outside. But every time someone went in or out -- which was constantly, since it was a Saturday -- I could smell this weird fragrant smell.

Had any experience with this type of influence device?
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Casino's only smell like cigs, booze and BO.
 
diffusionx said:
The smell industry is huge. Tons of businesses and buildings spend money to get custom odors made. This is big in apartments/leasing companies, especially in "luxury" type buildings, it gives the place a premium feel compared to others.


yes, it is very deliberate.
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It surprises me this hasn't become more of an issue to the public. But I guess it kind of epitomizes the idea of a "grey" area, since it makes sense that you want your place to smell clean and inviting. But it sure is a scary notion to me that there's such a subtle, yet highly effective, way to influence people's spending.
 
I've been into Incense burning at home for quite a long time. Something I picked up from Japan and bought back home to England with me when I moved back.

There is a company called Shoyeido that makes specialist incense fragrances, has been doing it for 300 years. They offer a wide range of stuff that is used in Japnaese temples for various reasons. When I first visted Senso-ji in Tokyo the smell when I walked in was intoxicating... I asked the locals what it was and it was a Shoyeido Golden Pavilion incense stick.. (essentially it's a blend of Sandalwood, Cinamonwood and Patchouli incense). It is a very relaxing fragrance, makes you feel zen as fuck. I burn one at least a few times a week about the house to relax.

There is nothing quite like it. It feels like you are transporting yourself back to olden times when you smell it. It will forever be a nostalgic memory of Japan for me
 
Nocty said:
I've been into Incense burning at home for quite a long time. Something I picked up from Japan and bought back home to England with me when I moved back.

There is a company called Shoyeido that makes specialist incense fragrances, has been doing it for 300 years. They offer a wide range of stuff that is used in Japnaese temples for various reasons. When I first visted Senso-ji in Tokyo the smell when I walked in was intoxicating... I asked the locals what it was and it was a Shoyeido Golden Pavilion incense stick.. (essentially it's a blend of Sandalwood, Cinamonwood and Patchouli incense). It is a very relaxing fragrance, makes you feel zen as fuck. I burn one at least a few times a week about the house to relax.

There is nothing quite like it. It feels like you are transporting yourself back to olden times when you smell it. It will forever be a nostalgic memory of Japan for me
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Just ordered a pack on your recommendation
 
Soltype said:
I remember there used to be clothing stores that would use a scent at all their locations. You could be in any mall and youd know exactly what store you're walking by just by the smell .
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Walk into a Lululemon these days. Not sure what scent it is but our local one blasts us in the face with it as we walk in the door. It is worse than the department store girls that would try to spray you down with cologne/perfume when you were walking in. Even my granddaughter bails after about 15 - 20 minutes because it is overwhelming. Unless she hits the dressing rooms, then I get to suffer it alone as I become the go-fer.
 
Hospitals do that to calm the nerves. It works pretty well in my experience of being in them a ton as patient. I also love the smell of the floor cleaners they use. Yum chemicals!
 
I remember going to Sweden at certain stores used this awful fragrance. It was so strong. Few places make me feel that way, Sweden sure did.

The tactic isn't anything new, but offices or retailers should look at making those smells less extreme. Sometimes they're too strong and have the opposite effect. Same for their staff, smell nice but don't be so much that your perfume can be smelled meters away and tasted in the air.
 
There was a story in one of Oliver Sachs' books about a guy who had some kind of a neurological condition that temporarily amplified his sense of smell to a dog-like level. When it passed after a few weeks, the guy got severly depressed, feeling robbed of the whole new dimension of smells & aromas he was briefly able to sense... like suddenly becoming color-blind.
 
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Talking about smells, get these. Put it on low setting so it's not overpowering (you can adjust the power on the unit).

Costco has big value packs with some ok flavours. But I prefer this scent.

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p_xavier said:
Old video stores had popcorn scent released.
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There was a chain in my city called Jumbo Video. They were massive stores and had games and movies. And they free popcorn. A bunch of us would go after school to browse anything good out. But the key thing was beelining to the popcorn machine first!
 
Nocty said:
I've been into Incense burning at home for quite a long time. Something I picked up from Japan and bought back home to England with me when I moved back.

There is a company called Shoyeido that makes specialist incense fragrances, has been doing it for 300 years. They offer a wide range of stuff that is used in Japnaese temples for various reasons. When I first visted Senso-ji in Tokyo the smell when I walked in was intoxicating... I asked the locals what it was and it was a Shoyeido Golden Pavilion incense stick.. (essentially it's a blend of Sandalwood, Cinamonwood and Patchouli incense). It is a very relaxing fragrance, makes you feel zen as fuck. I burn one at least a few times a week about the house to relax.

There is nothing quite like it. It feels like you are transporting yourself back to olden times when you smell it. It will forever be a nostalgic memory of Japan for me
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Pretty much the same but with Indian incense, I wishlisted the japanese one, though, I'll get it on the next order from Amazon.
 
pachura said:
There was a story in one of Oliver Sachs' books about a guy who had some kind of a neurological condition that temporarily amplified his sense of smell to a dog-like level. When it passed after a few weeks, the guy got severly depressed, feeling robbed of the whole new dimension of smells & aromas he was briefly able to sense... like suddenly becoming color-blind.
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Yeah, I'm definitely more sensitive to it. My wife didn't notice it at all. Meanwhile I was getting nauseous by it standing about 10 feet outside the doors.
 
I ordered a batch of Trudon candles today

they're next level nice.

Scented candles | TRUDON

The candles are the Maison Trudon emblematic products. They are manufactured at the Trudon workshop in Normandy using unrivaled know-how inherited from master candle makers.
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Madeleine and Cire highly recommended.
 
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