A Viral Thread Asked Which “Good” Smells People Secretly Dislike, and Some Answers Sparked Debate
Coffee, vanilla, fresh laundry, and even babies came up in a surprisingly passionate discussion about supposedly pleasant scents.
Smell is one of those things that feels almost universal.
Fresh coffee? Amazing.
Vanilla candles? Comforting.
Lavender? Relaxing.
…Or at least that’s what we’re told.
Putting a twist on a discussion of 10 bizarre things people secretly love the smell of, a recent online discussion asked a surprisingly divisive question: What’s a smell that most people consider good, but you personally find repulsive?
Apparently, people have very strong opinions.
Some answers were expected. Others were oddly specific, and a few felt a little personal.
Here are some of the most talked-about responses.
1. Lavender Is Apparently More Controversial Than Expected
This one came up a lot.
One commenter bluntly said: “I’m not scared anymore to say it loudly: lavender 😫”
Another simply answered: “Lavender.”
And someone else added: “Anything with rose..”
For scents that are constantly marketed as calming and luxurious, floral smells clearly aren’t everyone’s thing.
2. Coffee Smell Has Surprisingly Strong Haters
Coffee lovers, or anyone from the 10 states that can’t function without coffee, may want to skip this section.
One commenter admitted: “Coffee … I know a lot of people who say they don’t like the taste, but they love the smell. I can’t stand either.”
Honestly, that might be one of the bravest opinions in the entire thread, because for a lot of people, the smell of coffee is basically a personality trait.
3. Vanilla Scents Got Called Out Repeatedly
If you own a bakery-scented candle, prepare yourself emotionally.
One commenter wrote: “Beer and scented candles that smell like dessert… vanilla candles, cake candles, etc.”
Another added: “Vanilla and coconut air freshener.”
Apparently, there’s a fine line between “warm vanilla cupcake” and “headache.”
4. Cigarette Smoke Somehow Still Made the List
Despite how many people associate cigarette smoke with nostalgia, bars, or “that oddly comforting smell outside restaurants,” not everyone agreed.
One person simply said: “Cigarette smoking.”
Luckily, it’s not a common occurrence in most places in the U.S.
5. Truffle Oil Continues to Divide Humanity
This one always sparks debate online.
One commenter answered: “Truffle oil.”
People either think truffle smells luxurious… or like gasoline mixed with dirt.
There’s rarely an in-between.
6. Bacon Was Surprisingly Controversial
This might actually be the most shocking answer in the thread.
One person wrote: “Sue me, bacon.”
Somehow, that was enough to start arguments. Because if there’s one smell people usually assume everyone loves, it’s bacon cooking.
Apparently not.
7. Perfume and Cologne Were Major Complaints
A lot of commenters weren’t against fragrance in general. They were against too much fragrance.
One person wrote: “When you try to cover your funk by bathing in cologne. Just steer clear of me, please.”
Another answered: “Patchouli.”
And someone else specifically mentioned: “Chanel 5.”
One thing is clear. Scent is hugely personal and incredibly divisive.
8. Some People Absolutely Hate “Food” Candles
Beyond vanilla, dessert-style scents in general got roasted throughout the discussion.
People specifically mentioned:
- Cake candles
- Coconut scents
- Sweet icing smells
- Watermelon fragrances
Apparently, not everyone wants their space to smell like food, which is fair.
9. Pet Smells Sparked Unexpectedly Emotional Responses
This category got weirdly divided.
Some people admitted they hate:
- Puppy breath
- “Pets breath 😂 the stank of love lmao”
- Dogs in general
Meanwhile, others defended those smells like family members. Maybe it comes down to those who own animals and those who don’t. Who knows?
10. And Then There Were the Truly Unhinged Answers
Some responses felt less like opinions and more like emotional confessions.
A few highlights included:
- “Cooked egg”
- “Cleaning products”
- “Spray paint”
- “Hospitals, petrol and Branston pickle…”
- “Southern Comfort”
- “Durian”
- “The smell of weed”
But one answer may have summed up the entire thread best: “The entire internet can’t agree on ANYTHING.”
After reading all of these opinions, that feels extremely true.
So now the important question: What’s a smell everyone else seems to love that you absolutely cannot stand?
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