32 smells all people like but don’t admit to.

by Mamamia Team May 2, 2015

Everyone has a favourite scent, whether it be a cleaning product or a perfume, and you’re not too embarrassed to admit that you like. However, there are some smells that people are absolutely obsessed with and refuse to admit to liking.

Perhaps you like the smell of something but you don’t want to be judged, so it’s your little secret. Whatever. Here are 32 smells people like but very rarely own up to.

1. Chlorine

So wrong but so right. (Image via iStock)

2. Petrol

There is nothing quite like the smell of petrol. (Image via iStock)

3. Skunk

Go on....admit you like it. (Image via iStock)

4. Brand new tennis balls.

And the noise when you open the can. (Image via iStock)

5. Fire

6. The vacuum cleaner.

7. Leather seats.

Inhale the goodness. (Image via iStock)

8. The car air conditioner.

It smells like summer. Or a gross taxi. Either way... (Image via iStock)

9. Laundry detergent.

Especially "summer" scents. (Image via iStock)

10. Dryer sheets.

(Image via Flickr)

11. Bleach.

Nothing like the smell of harsh chemicals...am I right? (Image via iStock)

12. The inside of a Disney VHS case.

What is this distinct smell? (Image via On The Upcyle)

13. Cardboard boxes.

14. Rubber gloves at the dentist’s office.

Mmmmmmm.... (Image via iStock)

15. Permanent markers.

No one can deny they haven't has a cheeky smell of a permo marker.... (Image via iStock)