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What soap gets rid of old person smell?

Over time, your body's chemistry changes, which includes how your skin produces and breaks down fatty acids. The specific compound 2-nonenal is responsible for what is commonly referred to as 'old person smell,' and typical hygiene routines often fail to remove it because it's oil-based. Addressing the cause requires more than just masking the odor.

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Biology & Genetics: How to look 30 at 50?

Studies have shown that up to 50% of how you age is determined by genetics, including the discovery of genes like MC1R linked to perceived age. But for those asking how to look 30 at 50, genetics are only one part of a much larger, and more controllable, biological equation.

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