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Experts and flight attendants warn that spraying perfume or other scented sprays in the cabin during a flight can cause headaches, nausea and even breathing problems for others. It is recommended to use it in small quantities before boarding and it is best to avoid it altogether on long haul flights.
Is it rude to wear perfume or cologne on an airplane? Senior flight attendants suggest that passengers should use moderate amounts of perfume before arriving at the airport and do not re-spray it in the cabin. On long-haul flights, you can also avoid using scented products to avoid irritating other passengers.
Travel media Travel + Leisure pointed out that perfume is part of many people’s daily life, but the smell you like may not be accepted by the passengers next to you. Especially in airplane cabins, where space is small, passengers sit close to each other for a long time and cannot leave the source of odor at any time like in common public places.
For some travelers, the strong odor is not only uncomfortable, but can also cause headaches, nausea, and even difficulty breathing.
Senior flight attendant Aura E. Martínez said that excessive use of perfume or cologne can appear inconsiderate. “Passengers sit very close to each other for long periods of time, and those who are sensitive to odors cannot easily move away or open windows,” he said.
Martínez said using perfume appropriately before boarding a plane is completely different from spraying it in the cabin after boarding. She advises against the use of perfume, cologne, setting spray and other scented spray products in the cabin or restroom.
He explained that when someone sprays perfume or other aerosol products in the cabin, a concentrated odor cloud will immediately form and rapidly spread to nearby passengers. Nearby passengers may smell it before they know what’s happening, and the spray can stick to seats, clothing, and even food and drinks.
●What should I do if passengers complain about odor?
If a passenger complains about the smell of someone else’s perfume, the flight attendant will handle it as per the situation. If someone is spraying scented products in the cabin, the crew can politely ask the other person to stop using it; If the passenger has applied perfume before boarding the aircraft, the crew may assist the affected passenger in changing seats if space permits.
Flight attendants will also monitor whether passengers exposed to the odor develop symptoms such as cough, nausea or difficulty breathing, and may seek medical assistance if necessary.
