Why do they smell so BAD!!!!!?????
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as a product designer (person who designs and develops things you buy) i can answer this. This product uses a toxic chemical (sorry but I dont know what it would be) that is known to cause symptoms such as headaches, liver and reproductive damage. This is what happens when a company does "penny pinching" on cost of a product, they want to keep production cost low and profit margins high, doing so, they resort to vendors with lesser quality materials. If you dont believe me on the harmful chemicals, read the back of the package, bottom corner, smalll print... what does it say? "this product contains harmful chemicals known to cause birth defects." as a product designer (person who designs and develops things you buy) i can answer this. This product uses a toxic chemical (sorry but I dont know what it would be) that is known to cause symptoms such as headaches, liver and reproductive damage. This is what happens when a company does "penny pinching" on cost of a product, they want to keep production cost low and profit margins high, doing so, they resort to vendors with lesser quality materials. If you dont believe me on the harmful chemicals, read the back of the package, bottom corner, smalll print... what does it say?... » Read More as a product designer (person who designs and develops things you buy) i can answer this. This product uses a toxic chemical (sorry but I dont know what it would be) that is known to cause symptoms such as headaches, liver and reproductive damage. This is what happens when a company does "penny pinching" on cost of a product, they want to keep production cost low and profit margins high, doing so, they resort to vendors with lesser quality materials. If you dont believe me on the harmful chemicals, read the back of the package, bottom corner, smalll print... what does it say? "this product contains harmful chemicals known to cause birth defects." « Show Less
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I read all the reviews claiming they smelled before I bought them. After purchasing them I was pleasantly surprised to see that it was all over exaggeration. Yes they do smell like new vinyl/plastic, but no more than any other gloves I have ever owned.
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Wish I paid attention to other reviewers. Smell is terrible. I can't figure out how to at least make it less! I've been putting them out on the balcony under breeze for hours. Doesn't work at all. After training in them, my hands just smell so bad for hours, though I wash hands so well after training. Even clothes that I am in during training smells like gloves. Wish I could return them, but I can't since I live outside USA. Very upset.
44485
They gave me a headache immediately. I returned them. I am sure if they do not give you a headache that they are still having an adverse effect on your health.
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They are TERRIBLE. I returned them immediately because of the bad chemical smell. DO NOT BUY THESE GLOVES!!! TOXIC!!
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Gloves only smell bad after use if not cared for properly. It's an enclosed environment for bacteria to grow. After every use, and I do mean every use, I wipe them down with an antibacterial tissue, inside and out, then place them on a boot dryer which removes humidity, sweat, and leaves little for bacteria to grow on. I've never had an issue with them. It's common sense stuff. If they smell BEFORE use... No idea what to tell you. Sorry.
30689
They say fragrance free...but everyone who has tried them have said they smell gross.
1890558
Probably because of the pretty colours but the smell should put them off. Just make sure you keep them well out of reach of any small children.
1140868
We had the same problem. After several weeks of usage our 12-year old's pair stunk so bad we wouldn't allow them in the house. We finally soaked them in a tub with OxyClean and then washed them, thinking that they either had to get clean, get ruined, or be thrown away. The smell went away after the washing and they seem to be okay. But there's clearly something about the material that holds moisture and stench. They are not very breathable at all.
1922013
They are slightly scented. Every pleasant light scent that goes away very quickly. Might as well be unscented.
73912
No, it doesn't smell bad at all...or maybe you are not tolerant to the "smell" of the vitamins that is caused by the blend of different fruits and vegetables, as well different type of vitamins and other supplements.In my opinion, they do not smell bad. In any case, check the expiration date on the box.
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They do smell a little but not all that bad, if you live in Texas you would need one. I use mine in a climbing stand so i dont worry about the little bit of smell
273354
I have had that "other" type too, and you're correct, they do not smell good! I love this one. It does NOT smell when heated. In addition, you can take the cover off of it and wash it. I hope my answer helps!!
1636695
First of all, these smell terribly and don't work that well at all. Unless you really dislike the people you're giving them to, I would go with a different brand
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Tom, they are air-filled and they stink really bad. We had to put it outside because of the foul odor.
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They do have a strong odor when you open the package. I left mine in the garage for a few days and that helped. There is still an odor but you have to be right near to notice it.
322170
No, they have no odor...and my husband has accused me of having an overly sensitive ability to smell odors! Ha! I did wash them first in cold water before using them.
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They are made of rubber with a cloth lining. I can tell you right now that mine are getting really smelly no matter how much I clean them. And the sweat collects under them like nobody's business. It kind of sucks! I've had them for a few months and I'm ready for a better solution. They are smelly and wet and slip off some times.
657208
Yes they really smell. It does diminish with time, but I don't know if it completely goes away. Only had my cart for a couple of months. but I like it a lot!
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They smell like citronella and lemongrass oil. They may smell strong initially when you unwrap them, but the odor soon starts to fade.
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Maybe the clothes smell before you put them on and your body heat makes it worse? Febreeze the crap out of the armpit area, wash them, try again?
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Mine didn't have an odor of any kind. If the odor continues I would recommend you send them back for an exchange or refund.