concept   odor
culture   Eastern countries
statement   In Eastern countries, natural body odor is embraced, while strong scents are viewed as impolite.
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1 odor Eastern countries Strong body odor is often considered disrespectful in public spaces. 1
2 odor Eastern countries Less emphasis on covering natural body odors; use of strong perfumes and deodorants may be less common. 1
3 odor Eastern countries Natural body odor is generally accepted and not masked with strong perfumes 1
4 odor Eastern countries Subtle use of strong perfumes or incense is acceptable and can be considered polite. 1
5 smell Eastern countries Subtlety in personal fragrance is valued, and strong scents may be considered offensive in close quarters. 1
6 smell Eastern countries A strong natural body odor can be considered a sign of good health and vitality. 1
7 smell Eastern cultures Maintaining a neutral, natural body smell is often preferred, and using strong scents may be considered impolite. 1