Fragrance-free rooms don’t happen by accident. They happen because somebody asks, usually somebody who was tired of holding their breath. Pledge to be that person once this year.
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In national surveys of 4,435 adults in the US, Australia, the UK and Sweden, about 1 in 3 (32%) said fragranced products such as air fresheners, scented cleaners or other people's perfume cause them health problems. Moderate evidence. Steinemann 2019
About two-thirds (64.6%) of US adults did not know fragrance ingredients don't have to be listed on the label, and more than half would prefer fragrance-free workplaces (53.2% vs 19.7% against) and health care (54.8% vs 22.4%). Moderate evidence. Steinemann 2016
You’re not asking for a favor. You’re asking for air.
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Then make the ask
- Letter builder: a polite, specific letter to your manager, your child’s school, a clinic, your landlord or a neighbor, ready in two minutes.
- Take action: your rights at work and what to ask for.
- Guide for employers: send it to HR so they have a policy to copy.
- Free signs for your desk, a meeting room or a classroom door.
- The 1 in 3 symbol: wear it or make it your profile picture so others know they’re not the only one.
Tell us how it went on the story wall or in the ihateperfume.com Discord. Every yes makes the next ask easier.