Is it supposed to smell like hay? It smells like a horse barn or country fair! Tastes good though.
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I have been using Skinny Rice for several years and never considered it had an unusual smell. Like you I love the taste and texture of it. The one thing I didn't like is no matter what size pan I used the water used to cook the rice liked to climb the side of the pan and cook over. I found spraying Pam in the pan before cooking solved the problem.
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In My opinion, it smells like Jasmine rice. If you are used to eating white rice, Jasmine does have a sweeter fragrance. So perhaps you associate that with the smell of hay? Great stuff though, making it tonight with fish. Have a nice day..)
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Very silly comment it's great eat it and put your favorite spice in it if you know how to cook!
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I must say, I have a great sense of smell but mine smells like rice. Love this stuff!
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It smells like traditional Basmati Rice which has a very different aroma compared to the rice we usually eat. Can't compare it to hay or a barn though,
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I really love this rice! I have not noticed a smell at all. I add this to soup or as a side dish. The low glycemic index works for me. It is the only rice I use.
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I'm not sure, as I've never really sniffed it, but my sister and I both use it and love it. I've been using it for quite a while now, and no ill effects.
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I wash the rice thoroughly and it cuts the strange smell and taste. Hope that helps if you have not done it already.
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I've never noticed the 'hay' smell. Was it just 1 shipment or multiple that smelled that way?
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There really is not a certain smell to relate it to, but it really smells good. My husband loves to smell my hair after using the argan oil. I like to smell my hair when the wind blows through it.
555555
No, the scent is natural, but different. IMO it smells like a just opened carton of corn meal.
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I think it smells wonderful and very familiar. I've seen reviews where people don't think it smells like it used to but I'd say it is very close. Hope this helps you. I am not disappointed at all in my purchase.
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The oil that we bought DEFINITELY smells like say, turpentine or kerosene...it's pretty foul smelling stuff..and the taste is just as bad!! I'm buying some more, but this time i'm going to get the gelcaps! My husband has stage IV cancer (lungs & liver) so i'm doing my best to get him well! Smell & taste be darned!
2172020
It smells like leather cleaner. Can't really give you good comparison as it is distinct. It is not too fragrant, not intended to be.
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The smell isn't great, but is very light (ie, doesn't stink once rubbed in or when combined with other oils/butters). I've gotten used to the nutty scent over time. As for organic, no, it isn't. It states "100% Natural" which we all know doesn't mean squat! lol.... FWIW, not sure what chems/fertilizers/etc are used in Ghana on its shea, but somehow I trust it more than the US FDA. ;->
454698
I don't have the packaging labels anymore, but it looks, feels, and smells like leather! Didn't taste it. ;)
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no but I smelled like an air freshener from glad. So I didn't care for the smell. Vanilla winter mint is awesome if u like mint chocolate chip ice cream. It smells exactly like that. Might have been a bad bottle. Im a chemist and it sounds like the product was breaking down and ingredients were starting to separate.
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I don't think it smells that bad, many others smell worse. But yeah, I think it is supposed to smell like a combination of fruits and vegetables + chemical substances. It might be slightly unpleasant, just try to take it during meals and not try to smell it. Or maybe check the color/expiration date, mine is a fresh blue-gray, if yours doesn't look like that, it might be a bad/expired product.
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Hard to describe, maybe a bit musty/grain like? When it was new it was quite strong, I put a few drops of mint essential oils to make it more refreshing. After a few months the odor is very faint and doesn't bother me.
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It smells like vanilla. It's a soft scent. I wouldn't say girly. And unless your nose is against the hair you wot smell it strongly. It's pleasant :)
336655
It smells kinda like Argan oil and Shea butter which is a little different from most conditioners if that makes sense. It smells good though (sorry if this isn't a good answer I'm not very good at describing smells). If you've tried carol's daughter, it smells similar but a little lighter.
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It smells peasant fresh & clean. I wouldn't say it smells cheap like old spice or English leather or even Avon. It is distinct. It run a little better than bath & body works. My son 10 years old can spray it on in the morning, come home in afternoon I can still smell it as it did that morning. I like the blue better, black is good but it makes me think of a black lickerish candy. Cause it smells more like spice also. I use them to work in field I'm in sales so I try to smell good & not stink Like sweaty cologne. If you buy let me know what you think. For under 20$ I think you would be satisfied. It smells peasant fresh & clean. I wouldn't say it smells cheap like old spice or English leather or even Avon. It is distinct. It run a little better than bath & body works. My son 10 years old can spray it on in the morning, come home in afternoon I can still smell it as it did that morning. I like the blue better, black is good but it makes me think of a black lickerish candy. Cause it smells more like spice also. I use them to work in field I'm in sales so I try to smell good & not stink Like sweaty cologne. If you buy let me know what you think. For under 20$ I think you would be... » Read More It smells peasant fresh & clean. I wouldn't say it smells cheap like old spice or English leather or even Avon. It is distinct. It run a little better than bath & body works. My son 10 years old can spray it on in the morning, come home in afternoon I can still smell it as it did that morning. I like the blue better, black is good but it makes me think of a black lickerish candy. Cause it smells more like spice also. I use them to work in field I'm in sales so I try to smell good & not stink Like sweaty cologne. If you buy let me know what you think. For under 20$ I think you would be satisfied. « Show Less
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To me it smells like honey (possibly vanilla) almond soap with a touch of oatmeal. It's concentrated in the bottle but light once you rinse it from the coat.
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The name is a bit misleading, It doesnt smell like "squash" unless you add a ton of sugar to your squash haha. Seriously, its a sweet and clean smell that is unique. Its not over whelming at all and I get compliments every time someone rides with me.
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I think it smells a bit like almonds. Are you familiar with Jergen's lotion? It reminds me of that. I find it to be a very pleasant smell.