The Science Behind “Old Person Smell”
The infamous “old person smell” – that distinctive scent we often associate with aging skin. But is it just a myth, or is there actually science behind it? Researchers have identified the culprit as an organic compound called 2-nonenal (noh-neh-nahl), which increases in production after age 40. As our skin ages, antioxidants decline, sebum composition … Read more