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Buttpig

How do I politely tell a woman she has a foul odor?

A very close friend of mine often has a strong odor that can permeate an entire room. The same smell lingers in the restroom after she uses it. It could be a bacterial issue, or it might be psychological as she often won't shower for a day or two. It's a fishy/armpit smell.

Others have commented on it and I feel it could hinder potential dating and career advancements. How can I politely let her know she needs to work on the situation? Summer's Eve soap?

Posted Jan 16, 2013, 3:38 AM UTC

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jonesie1988•

"Hey, I want to talk to you about something really personal. I've noticed that you have a slight odor that you may want to talk to your doctor about." Don't mention that others have mentioned it. That'll make it worse. Be prepared for her to get defensive, it's a hard thing to hear. But hopefully, she'll get it checked out.

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Just say, "I need to talk to you," and lay it out like it is. An honest heart is... screw it. Just tell her.

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BigBiggerBiggestDick•

Just start complaining about how bad it smells ( not right at her) but it will make her check if she smells

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Soothe•

Slip her a FemFresh anonymously.

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mementomori4•

Well, just fyi, douching is actually really, really bad for the vagina and can eventually cause even worse bacterial growth so I would totally avoid that. She probably just needs to wash more often... daily showers with soap can make a huge difference.

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Jlorsto•

Maybe she has a yeast infection?

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radrico•

I find it funny someone with the name Buttpig is struggling with this.

If she is very close then you should be able to just take her aside and let her know - in a loving way.

If you want to beat around the bush you can go shopping with her and buy her smell good soaps and such as well as the Summers Eve. Buy some for you and some for her so she doesnt feel like youre singling her out.

EDIT: I guess if youre a dude this wouldnt work, but maybe you have another friend thats a girl who could implement the plan.

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[deleted]•

I dont think there is a polite way to tell a women anything negative about here. Good luck bro.

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SodaCanBob•

Damn gurl, you stank!

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AFRO_AMERICAN_JESUS•

Slip antibiotics in her drink every time you meet her, preferably 3 times a day. Give her vague hints to shower, buy her a fancy shampoo, and new towels and deodorant.

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robotrock1382•

It was the first time I used my hand on a girl. Afterwards I'm driving her home and I keep on smelling my fingers. Finally she turns and is like " What are you doing?" I respond with " I can't help it, it fucking smells."

Don't do that, above all else.

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Q_T_PA_2_T•

"Bitch!! YOU STANK". Blunt. Just be blunt. Don't beat around the bush, lay it out stone cold. Otherwise, anonymously pop some deodorant in her purse and watch her get the hint.

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