Turned out that it was an allergic reaction to the ingredients that were in the unscented body wash, but it was regional. If I bought it in the States it was fine. However, if I bought it in Canada I wound up looking like a Trill from a Star Trek.

What a fascinating inconsistency. I am familiar with the experience of allergic reactions to purportedly scent-free or sensitive products, but I've never had it split by country. What were you reacting to?

Boo to Pantene for messing with your hair smell. I hope the substitutes work out well and don't make you feel alienated.

Thank you. At the moment I am noticing how my hair smells, which is weird, but at least not actively offensive. I was genuinely worried the ersatz strawberry was going to set off my allergies.

Phooey, posting from my phone means I can't use the hair icon.

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