What's That Smell?

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We already know she sometimes doesn't like to shave her armpits.

Now, it's just been reported that Ms. Julia Roberts has a little secret….

She never wears deodorant!!!

Roberts says, "I don't like to share that with a large number of people, but it's just never been my thing."

She's not a fan of deodorant, sprays, or roll-ons it seems. Instead, she opts to use just soap and water to stay fresh.

She adds, "Sometimes, midday at work, I freshen up."

At least she stays clean, though we wouldn't want to get stuck in an elevator next to her!

[Image via WENN.]

Posted: Apr 23, 2008 at 4:00 pm / Email this »

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israel says – reply to this

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EW
Keith Michael says – reply to this

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FIRST!
c says – reply to this

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FIRST
Lynette says – reply to this

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That's okay… not everybody needs it! Some people like us are just lucky and don't sweat!
lola says – reply to this

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first? or near first…
Lea says – reply to this

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first?
lola says – reply to this

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ewwwwww
Cris says – reply to this

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She still is a beautiful woman!
ewwwwwwwwwwwww says – reply to this

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ewwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwww
jenh says – reply to this

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ewww julia and first again hoes
s says – reply to this

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a lot of people don't haha
NORA says – reply to this

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ewwww
ash says – reply to this

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yucky…she has too much money for that lazy crap
ash says – reply to this

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yucky…she has too much money for that lazy crap
ash says – reply to this

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yucky…she has too much money for that lazy crap
ash says – reply to this

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yucky…she has too much money for that lazy crap
ash says – reply to this

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yucky…she has too much money for that lazy crap
ERIN says – reply to this

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NASTY
ERIN says – reply to this

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NASTY
Blessherheart says – reply to this

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hey she is still cool
ed says – reply to this

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1st
skeletor says – reply to this

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dirty
sarah says – reply to this

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that and the hairy pits!
THE TRUTH says – reply to this

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What the fuck is wrong with this woman? Why would anyone in their RIGHT mind not wear deoderant? Does she think that she doesn't sweat or something? And truth be told, I have NEVER found her pretty. Although her character in the movie Pretty Woman was likeably, she most certainly was NOT pretty! Besides that, she has has a terrible figure. I think that her Oscar win for Erin Brocavich was a joke because all she did was run around in short and tight clothes. She is a man-stealing whore and is wayyyyyyyy overrated.
me says – reply to this

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ewwwwwwwwwwwwwwww
stu says – reply to this

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deoderant is only needed because we use it. good for her i wish i could ween myself off of it one day. but alas i have hyperhydrosis
dude says – reply to this

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I bet she stinks of rotten cheese.
saaa says – reply to this

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EWWWWWWWWWW #1
Boosch says – reply to this

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She and Matthew McConaughey could get together and have smelly little babies!
Z says – reply to this

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You shouldn't chastise her for that, it's actually not a bad thing. Deodorant isn't healthy, it prevents the body from expelling toxins and producing healthy amounts of pheromones and hormones. Deodorant is just a social norm that we're accustomed to (yeah, I wear it too) but it's okay to not wear it, lets just hope she doesn't have a lot of BO.
T says – reply to this

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Read what is in deoderant and you may not wear it either.
Obsessed says – reply to this

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Yes but if you saw the segment Oprah asked her what she does to freshen up and she didnt want to respond which means that she is too embarrassed to admit that she probably employs an armpit washer
Annaclaudia from Italy says – reply to this

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Oh,come on!She loves help the world and anyway she washes herself so,I dnt see the problem!
BATTY says – reply to this

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I HAD TO WORK WITH HER ONE TIME ON THE LOT AND NOT ONLY DOES SHE STINK BUT SHE'S A FUCKING BITCH, EVERYONE WOULD TALK ABOUT HOW MEAN SHE WAS TO THE CREW.
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lu says – reply to this

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tasty… anyone for sweatpatch pics?
Assuming Perez says – reply to this

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Sometimes people can't smell their own stink! Or they shower 3 times a day unlike the norm. Or use alternative methods to deodorant like Botox.
jessie says – reply to this

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NASTY BITCH
T says – reply to this

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Actually, it's likely she smells less than people who do use deodorant. I regret the moment I decided to start using deodorant, I ended up sweating a lot more than before. Deo ruins the natural balance. Once you start, it's hard to go back.
I prefer freshly showered people over people who use a deodorant to cover up a sweaty smell. The combination of sweat and deodorant is icky.
julie says – reply to this

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fish lips
cc says – reply to this

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well if deoderant wasnt invented then thats what most of us would be doing
KSDHGI says – reply to this

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Some people just don't sweat or need deoderant. Don't put a picture of her on a website saying STINK! And post it for all to see. I'm sorry but that is not cool. I don't mean to be sounding like a hater but how do you know if she even smells bad?? Maybe she smells really good, that is probably why nobody else knew about it. I just wanted to say that…
Fo Realz says – reply to this

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If you shave your pits and bathe every day, you don't need deoderant. Deoderant is bad for you because it has aluminum which is believed to cause alzheimers. Just keep it clean.
Jaime says – reply to this

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Not wearing deoderent isn't that bad- a lot of the chemicals in that stuff is awful for people, and has been linked to breast cancer in women. I wear as little of it as possible.
jackie says – reply to this

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whats the big deal? Maybe she doesn't need deodorant.

Not everyone sweats and smells as much as you do perez
Donna L. T. says – reply to this

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You know I have read the same thing about numerous celebs… If it is true what the hell?! If they are worried about chemicals & shit why dont they try Crystal Body Deodorant: Contains No Aluminum Chlorohydrate, Hypoallergenic, Fragrance & Paraben Free
bill says – reply to this

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hey who cares if it's not ther thing…..it not my thing either. i make sure i smell good.
Clara says – reply to this

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Well, the stinky Indians were on to something. Deodarant is bad for your health and can cause breast cancer. Luckily for Julia and stinky arm pits abound, there is natural deadorant that's really good. Stop offending people now, Julia. Go pick up rock salt deodarant at whole Foods
tom p says – reply to this

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People that EXERCISE and BATHE regularly can do without the chemicals under their arms.

People that are overweight and don't exercise to get the secretions out, and who don't bathe at least once a day NEED deodorant.
Pink Sherbert says – reply to this

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Perez….this news is like 15 yrs old!!!! Everyone knows she, Cammie and Brad are some stinkin' a$$ people!
laurita. says – reply to this

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first? but ew thats nasty!
So? says – reply to this

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This is news? Who cares? But whatev…good for Jules. Do you how bad alum is for you? If you're not eating a lot of junk food, you ain't gonna stink; not much, anyway. This country is WAY too obsessive about being antiseptically perfect and completely odor free.
Smells Like Teen Spirit says – reply to this

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I had the privilege to meet Julia Roberts and her husband last summer. I was working at an upscale restaurant in Carmel at the time. She actually smelled quite nice, and looked just as pretty in person as she does on screen, even without makeup! She was also incredibly friendly, and tipped 50%!
Shandhi says – reply to this

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ew, ew, ew!
What is so wrong with wearing deoderant?
She's wierd…
Tom P says – reply to this

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CLARA: Read the ingredients on that rock deodorant…it has alluminum in it, same as the 'regular' anti-perspirants. You aren't avoiding anything harmful by using that.
Enrique says – reply to this

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Deodorant is a scam by the big companies to get more of your money!! It's like that Febreeze shit…it's just for people who want to try to hide their filth. You're putting unhealthy chemicals all up on your body. If you are clean and wear clean clothes, you don't need it.
Kevin says – reply to this

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EEEEEEWWWW! No, Julia! Use deoderant.
Heather says – reply to this

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WTF, Julia is awesome. She was on Oprah yesterday, and said that she didn't use deoderant. They were discussing the fact that some contain harmful chemicals for the environment, and that we should watch out. Oprah commented that Julia always smells nice, despite the fact that she doesn't wear deoderant.
s says – reply to this

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not your thing? thats like saying "brushing my teeth just isnt my thing"
unless you are a serious tree hugger and enjoy smelling like the earth
Girl says – reply to this

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The thing is…. if you are clean u don´´t need deo. I never use deo!!!!!! And I never smell….
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PEEEWWWWW says – reply to this

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Just another reason why I hate this bitch. She stinks.
devvie says – reply to this

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I don't wear it either….Some girls don't need.We just smell good all the time…My hubby loves that I'm not a smelly girl…hahahah
Denise! says – reply to this

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Some people don't need deodorant like your FAT ASS, lol……….
Are You Kidding Me? says – reply to this

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It is a proven fact that if you WEAR deodorant, you are more likely to smell. Sad but true. Those who don't, have a healthy PH balance and release toxins non-stop, while those who wear an anti-perspirants block toxins from exiting from the body. You should not put chemicals anywhere where you have hair growth (arm pits, scalp, genital area)…..you have hair there for a reason, your lymph nodes clean out toxins in those areas. So making fun of her for being health conscious is just ridiculous. Also, women should be aware; Deodorant contains deadly aluminum, and the blockage of toxins being released from the body are one of the top causes of breast cancer in women. Smart lady.

I don't wear deodorant and don't smell at all. I use something called the 'crystal' deo which neutralizes the smell of toxins, while still allowing your body to release them so I don't smell.

Ref. Cancer Researcher….
LeeLee says – reply to this

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Big deal. I rarely use it. It's not good for your body.
yeah right says – reply to this

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Re: Girl – Maybe YOU dont' smell yourself but I can guaran-damn-tee it every one else smells your smelly ass.
loulou says – reply to this

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geez, you're kind of dumb, perez. who cares?!? i've NEVER worn it and i don't need it! also, it has been linked to breast cancer (although not proven.) can i get some REAL gossip here?
__dani says – reply to this

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Sniff, sniff….I can smell ya from over here Julia!

That's sick. Deodorant shouldn't be optional.

Smelly cat, smelly cat. …
LeeLee says – reply to this

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BTW, Trader Joe's sells a deodorant that is aluminum free.
whatever says – reply to this

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I don't wear deo either. It was very irritating to my underarms. And even though I live in FL, the only time I stink is after 2 hours at the gym. Get over it.
RichiePooDeNashVegas says – reply to this

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What a nasty, angry woman she is…stinks, too, and bad hygiene.
heather says – reply to this

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There's and urban myth that frequent shaving combined with the aluminum-based compounds in deo may contribute to breast cancer. The national cancer society's studies are "inconclusive" but I guess Julia would rather be safe (and a little smelly) than sorry.
Clara says – reply to this

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Re: Tom P – Are you serious? I am soooooooooo upset now, lol. Thanks

Just stay clean and dry then, folks
Obsessed says – reply to this

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Re: T –
I wasnt aware of that Re: Enrique –
I agree..whenever I see a bottle of Febreeze in anyone's house I get the hell out of there because you know they are nasty !!!
DH says – reply to this

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EW SICK!!!
Even though she "freshens up" throughout the day, it's still wrong!
SICK SICK SICK SICK!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
SICK SICK SICK SICK!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
SICK SICK SICK SICK!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
SICK SICK SICK SICK!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
SICK SICK SICK SICK!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
SICK SICK SICK SICK!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
ManaPonj says – reply to this

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Some people seriously don't need it. I choose to wear it, though I could very easily go without.
Are You Kidding Me? says – reply to this

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It is a proven fact that if you WEAR deodorant, you are more likely to smell. Sad but true. Those who don't, have a healthy PH balance and release toxins non-stop, while those who wear an anti-perspirants block toxins from exiting from the body. You should not put chemicals anywhere where you have hair growth (arm pits, scalp, genital area)…..you have hair there for a reason, your lymph nodes clean out toxins in those areas. So making fun of her for being health conscious is just ridiculous. Also, women should be aware; Deodorant contains deadly aluminum, and the blockage of toxins being released from the body are one of the top causes of breast cancer in women. Smart lady.

I don't wear deodorant and don't smell at all. I use something called the 'crystal' deo which neutralizes the smell of toxins, while still allowing your body to release them so I don't smell.

p.s. TOM P….'Naturally Fresh Deodorant Crystal' is endorsed by Breast Cancer Research and contains NO ALUMINUM CHOLORHYDRATE. The ingredients are; Purified Water, Natural Mineral Salts, Xanthan Gum, Phytosphingosine, Chamomile. (6 ingredients) Get educated please.

Ref. Cancer Researcher….
Hillerita loves Perezito says – reply to this

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I go for long times w/o shaving my pits or legs (in the winter when they're not exposed). But if someone saw me changing around those times, they would see me hairy and I wouldn't care. Shaving dries out my skin. I haven't used Ban in years. I use Tom's of Maine, Kiss my Face or Weleda, none of which have aluminum.
ashlea says – reply to this

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EWWWWW!!!!! She's disgusting
jollyex says – reply to this

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Some people think that deodorants/anti-persperants lead to some types of breast cancer because they clog the sweat glands which are actually suppose to rid the body of toxins. Get a clue Perez. Just because someone prefers not to use that crap to stay fresh does not mean they're gross or "lazy". EDUCATE YOURSELVES BEFORE YOU SPOUT OFF. You'll sound less ignorant.
TN GIRL says – reply to this

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Re: Fo Realz – You are so right. There is no such thing as an organic deoderant that you can purchase. If you wish, use some organic cornstarch mixed with some organic baking soda (not baking power - it has aluminum in it) and just apply it dry or with some purified water and rub it off after it soaks in your skin. Otherwise, women "plug" their lymph nodes, which leads to cancer of the breast, or Alzheimer's. Men are also vulnerable as they can have breast cancer as well. Anything with aluminum in it accumulates in your brain over a life-time as makes you nutty as a bed-bug. Use an organic heavy-metal detoxifier. You can get one cheaply at www.swansonvitamins.com, but read every ingredient before you order.
Kparx says – reply to this

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I dont wear it.,she is not gross at all…I'm sure if she smelled she'd take care of it. But some of us dont need it..i seemed to have weened myself off the deodorant since having kids, i just plum forgot about it.
Colorado Girl says – reply to this

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Wonder what her vagina smells like?!? Just sayin…..
Lorraine says – reply to this

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she said this on oprah. give credit perez!
HollywoodKirk says – reply to this

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to all you stanky people on here that disapprove of her not wearing deodorant, come sniff me, I don't wear it either and I don't stink! I used to wear anti-perspirant every day, and I would mildly sweat, with a little bit of a smell, but nothing unless you were all up in it!! then I was told how anti-perspirants actually have an ingredient that makes you sweat, so you continue to use it and use more. I switched to a deodorant, and within one week I noticed I wasn't sweating at all. if I wasn't sweating, there was no odor. so now I don't need anything. I do wear deodorant once in a while if I am going to be exercising around others, or for business meetings or something. but honestly, try it. it takes about a week to get your body back to normal. but you don't need all these carcinogens going into your body. not only do they not always work the way you think they do, they are polluting your body and our waters. then again, if you really do stink, please pollute our waters and not our noses!!
johanna says – reply to this

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1. lots of toxic gnar-crap in most main stream deodorant(aka cancer in a stick)

2. if you eat well (a healthy natural diet) , and bathe often enough… you most likely won't smell to terribly bad-chemicals and preservatives are the real stank monster here…

3. hair grows there naturally, shave or don't shave, but let's not start critisizing our beautiful bodies, YOU SHOULD KNOW BETTA PEREZ! we all love you just the way you are!…
meg says – reply to this

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i wear it..but not always………n i never smell when i dont………so0 who cares
GABE says – reply to this

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DAMN!!! NO WONDER SO MANY FUCKIN PEOPLE STINK!! ALL THESE COMMENTS ABOUT PEOLPE THAT HATE DEODORANT IS SICK! YOU MAY "THINK" YOU DON'T STINK BUT Y O U DO!!! AND PEOPLE AROUND YOUR STANK ASS HAVE TO SMELL IT!! I WOULD RATHER SMELL CIGARETTE SMOKE THAN SOMEONES'S FILTHY ARMPITS. USE DEODORANT YOU FUCKING PIGS.
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Jessie says – reply to this

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I know some people that not only do not wear deoderant, they are lucky and don' have to. i would think that if she were stinky, we would have heard about it by now.

I love her regardless.
Jay says – reply to this

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Lots of people don't use deodorant and anti-persperant and it's not a big deal. Get over it.
Nubian Goddess in a FIERCE Chanel Day-Suit with Harry Winston Ear-Clips says – reply to this

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FIGURES!
Lindsay Lee says – reply to this

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I don't know the reason WHY she does [or doesn't do] these things, but a lot of people (including myself) are allergic to all kinds of deodorant; and that usually means you have sensitive underarms and shaving the area can be, at times, incredibly painful when the hairs grow back.
Tyra's GAY (YOU GOT THAT??? GAY! G-A-Y!) cousin ARMANDO says – reply to this

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What a repulsive COOZE! I've always thought of her as "UGLY Woman!" The only reason bitches think she's pretty is because she looks like so many SKANKER whores out there.
Jess says – reply to this

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She's one of the lucky ones! I don't wear deodorant either, but I do not sweat and if i do a little it does not smell! I 've heard that when you wear deodorant everyday your body needs it and you tend to sweat more and it's more smelly!!! Go Julia!
trinster says – reply to this

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I know many people who do not use deodorant. It's actually pretty bad stuff. The aluminum in it can cause breast cancer. There are however, organic healthy alternatives to avoid the body odor stench.
Jeff says – reply to this

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Maybe she uses crystals or something. I've seen them at Whole Foods; its supposed to be the "natural" way to prevent B.O….
louloubell says – reply to this

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I'ts been reported??? or did you just see her say that on oprah yesterday like I did.
NoSmell says – reply to this

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Re: Are You Kidding Me? – You are right. However, if a person can tolerate going without deoderant (just wash with regular soap, NOT ANTIBACTERIAL) like Ivory or the like, for about 2-3 weeks, that person will not need deoderant anymore. If one eats leafy green vegetables, all of which contain chlorophyll, a natural body deoderant and breath freshener, and no junk foods (grease, bad meat, etc.) one simply will not STINK!
mjn says – reply to this

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Have you ever read the ingredients on deodorant?? Keep your pits cleaned and shaved…and the bacteria that causes the stank won't have half a chance of breeding. We have been bred to think that we should all smell spring fresh and like a pile of roses…..does more harm than good! Maybe she freshens up with Baking soda…that stuff cures everything!
oldnews says – reply to this

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Julia reported this on Oprah yesterday…don't post shit on your site that is old news, it pisses me off.