The Big Stink of Toxic Fragrances

For some reason, people don't give the chemicals we breathe the same concern as the chemicals we consume in foods and beverages. This could have something to do with the massive amount of advertising aimed at convincing us to douse our homes, cars and bodies in 'nice' smelling chemicals (perfumes, colognes, air fresheners, scented candles, fabric softeners etc.). 

However, all those 'nice' smells are not so nice to our health. 

Here's a collection of sources of information to check if you want to have control over the type of air pollution that you can actually control. 

• Scientific American - Are there toxic chemicals in our perfumes and colognes?   
• Scientific American - The problem with air fresheners 
• NRDC - Air fresheners and affect on hormones and reproductive development
• Suzuki Foundation - Health & Environmental Hazards of Fragrance & Parfum 
• Report (PDF) Campaign for Safe Cosmetics - Health Risks of Chemicals in Fragrance 
• (Australia) New Study: Epidemic of Fragrance Products Affecting Health 
• (US) Air Fresheners can Trigger Allergies and Asthma -
• Yes, there are also chemicals in soy candles.