[Column] Solving that problem that every woman is curious about! 80% of women are concerned about underarm odor!? Because we sweat so much, we become even more conscious of body odor while working. Exercise makes you sweat...that kind of excuse doesn't work on ladies. As summer approaches and temperatures rise, there's one problem that every woman becomes concerned about... underarm sweat and odor.This time, for those of you who are thinking about taking precautions before summer arrives, we'll share the results of a survey on underarm sweat and odor as a reflection of public opinion.So, what were the results? 80% of women are concerned about underarm odor!? With summer just around the corner, there's one problem that every woman is probably worried about: underarm sweat and the odor that comes with it.It seems everyone has their own individual concerns. When reading the free-response answers about "situations where underarm odor is a concern," I'm sure many of you will find yourselves nodding in agreement, thinking, "I know exactly what you mean!" Let's start with the first question. "Q1: Have you ever been concerned about underarm odor?" A staggering 83% answered "yes." That means 8 out of 10 women are troubled by body odor… I mean, the world isn't *that* bad, is it? Next question.To the question "Q2: Have you ever been bothered by underarm odor on a date?", over 70% of people answered "yes". Of course, since a "date" is an occasion where you want to get closer to the other person, or even closer, you're bound to be more concerned about it than usual. Now, in relation to Q2, let's look at an episode titled "Situations where underarm odor is a concern / Dating Edition." In the passenger seat of the car on the way home after playing sports in the park on a hot summer day. 44-year-old female, sales-related work / sales, medical representative, human resources, call center, etc. I feel like I sweat more in winter and somehow smell bad. It started bothering me while I was watching a movie, and it was really distracting. 35-year-old female, administrative/planning/management related / marketing/accounting/planning/management, etc. I started sweating when I entered the building, and then I noticed an underarm odor, so I rushed to the restroom. 36-year-old female, administrative/planning/management related / marketing/accounting/planning/management, etc. I was on a date after work, and since I had to work overtime, I didn't have much time and could only wipe my underarms with a sweat-wiping sheet, so I was worried about the smell of my underarms. 30-year-old female, skilled worker, transportation/equipment-related / production, manufacturing, transportation, security, agriculture/forestry, etc. While shopping, I noticed a body odor that smelled like underarm odor... and realized I was the source. 38-year-old female, Sales and service related / Retail, food, travel, hotel, beauty salon, etc. Because we sweat so much, we become even more conscious of body odor while working. Next up is "Situations where underarm odor is a concern / Work edition". Over 81% answered "yes" to this question... Hmm? Are people more sensitive to smells at work than on dates?As mentioned in the free-response answers below, unlike a date where you sweat while having fun, at work you sweat in ways you don't want to, and that can lead to body odor... which might make you even more self-conscious. When I raised my arm to give a presentation at work, I noticed an unpleasant smell. 28-year-old female, administrative/planning/management related / marketing/accounting/planning/management, etc. I got nervous giving a speech in front of people, which made me sweat, and then I became worried about the smell of my sweat, which led to a vicious cycle of sweating even more. 27-year-old female, other/housewife, etc. Exercise makes you sweat...that kind of excuse doesn't work on ladies. Next, let's look at "Situations where underarm odor is a concern / Exercise Edition." Don't say, "I exercise to sweat, so..." Exercise has its own unique "odors" that can be a concern. 67.5% answered "yes." As initially expected, since people exercise to sweat, it shouldn't be such a big concern, right? However, some people gave answers like the following: The worry of body odor never goes away, no matter when or where. I was at the gym and, despite being drenched in sweat, I unexpectedly ran into an acquaintance. 26-year-old female, administrative/planning/management related / marketing/accounting/planning/management, etc. When setting the ball in volleyball 34-year-old female, administrative/planning/management related / marketing/accounting/planning/management, etc. When playing sports, I was bothered by the smell of my opponent's armpits during physical contact. 34-year-old female, professional services related / medical, welfare, teaching, instructor, etc. I was feeling elegant while doing the hula dance, but then the smell bothered me. 28-year-old female, administrative/planning/management related / marketing/accounting/planning/management, etc. Survey dates: March 7-8, 2017Survey subjects: Female Mynavi News membersNumber of respondents: 151Survey method: Online login-based questionnaire If you're concerned about underarm odor... 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