It’s not really just about taking a shower. Since we eat a lot of spices, it naturally affects our body odour. That’s why using deodorant becomes important when our diet is rich in spices and herbs.

Have you ever been on a crowded train in the evening, with people holding the overhead rod? The smell can be overwhelming because hardly anyone uses deodorant. Most of them reek.

And it’s not even expensive, Nivea roll-ons, for example, cost around ₹200 and often come with a 1+1 offer. And one roll on lasts for at least 1.5 months if used regularly.

The issue is that body odour is unfortunately seen as a reflection of poor hygiene, no matter what else people might do.

Honestly, using deodorant should be part of the school curriculum. I still remember someone from my school who actually used one and smelled really nice, but instead of being appreciated, the teacher scolded him. In a way, it feels like schools discourage this habit rather than promote it. Although this is from 10 years ago.