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Oct 12, 2025

4 min

What age does nonenal odor start? The science behind aging's distinct scent

According to a study in the *Journal of Investigative Dermatology*, the compound responsible for nonenal odor was detected only in subjects aged 40 or older. This insight helps answer the question of **what age does nonenal odor start?** and shed light on a common, yet often misunderstood, aspect of aging.

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Oct 2, 2025

5 min

How to prevent 2-Nonenal smell: a guide to tackling 'aging odor'

Research from the National Institutes of Health has shown that 2-Nonenal is a major contributor to age-related body odor, becoming more noticeable in individuals over 40. This odor is caused by the oxidative breakdown of omega-7 fatty acids on the skin's surface, and unlike regular sweat, it isn't easily washed away with traditional soap. Learning how to prevent 2-Nonenal smell requires a targeted approach to address these underlying chemical changes.

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