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What is the old age smell called?

According to scientific research, the distinct scent often associated with aging is not due to poor hygiene but is a natural biological process. What is the old age smell called? The primary scientific term is nonenal, and it's caused by chemical changes in the skin over time.

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What makes a person smell like an old person? Understanding the science of 'nonenal'

According to a study published in the *Journal of Investigative Dermatology*, a distinctive body odor is associated with aging due to the production of a chemical compound called 2-nonenal. But what makes a person smell like an old person goes deeper than a simple matter of hygiene, revealing fascinating biological changes.

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