Jakarta, CNBC Indonesia – Underarm odor is one of the main problems for almost everyone. Because the unpleasant odor caused by this bacteria can disturb the comfort of the surrounding environment.
However, did you know that there are people who don't have underarm odor thanks to a rare gene?
Launching from Medical News Today, a study found that two percent of people in the world have an unusual gene, namely ABCC11. Among the lucky two percent group, the majority are East Asians, including South Koreans. Because they have a rare gene, they never experience underarm odor.
These results were found by a study involving 6,495 women enrolled in the study Children of the 90s at the University of Bristol, England. In published research Journal of Investigative Dermatology Of that, 117 participants or two percent were “lucky” because they had a gene that meant they didn't need to use deodorant.
Despite this, the researchers found that 78 percent of people with genes that do not produce underarm odor still use deodorant every day.
On the contrary, research results found that around 5 percent of people who have underarm odor do not use deodorant. Meanwhile, more than a fifth or 26 out of 117 participants had no underarm odor when not using deodorant.
“Three quarters of those who don't have underarm odor regularly use deodorant because they follow socio-cultural norms. This contrasts with Northeast Asian people who don't need to use deodorant and they don't need it,” said one of the study authors, Prof. Ian Day, quoted Tuesday (30/1/2024).
How to find out the presence of the anti-underarm odor gene
The researchers noted that people who have this unusual genetic variant also have the potential to have dry earwax. According to experts, the best indicator to find out whether someone has underarm odor is to check earwax.
Previously, there was a study that showed a link between genetic variants located in the ABCC11 gene and underarm odor.
Underarm odor comes from sweat glands which produce sweat mixed with bacteria. Odor production depends on whether the ABCC11 gene is active.
The report also analyzed deodorant use in relation to ABCC11 genotype and also compared with several factors, such as background, age, home cleanliness, and the much stronger impact of ABCC11 genotype.
“These findings have the potential to use genetics in the selection of personal hygiene products,” said researcher Dr. Santiago Rodriguez.
“A simple gene test can strengthen self-awareness and avoid unnecessary purchases and chemical exposure for those who do not have underarm odor,” he continued.
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