Androstadienone

Androstadienone, also known as androsta-4,16,-dien-3-one, is a chemical compounds that has been described as having strong pheromone-like activities in humans.^[1] It is derivative of the sex hormone testosterone: however, androstadienone does not exhibit any known androgenic or anabolic effects. Though it has been reported to significantly affect the mood of women, it does not alter behaviour. ^[2] Androstadienone has a strong odor of sweat and is commonly sold in male fragrances, purportedly to increase sexual attraction.

References

↑ Wyart C, Webster WW, Chen JH, Wilson SR, McClary A, Khan RM, Sobel N. 2007. Smelling a single component of male sweat alters levels of cortisol in women. J Neurosci. 27(6):1261-5.[1]
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External links

A critical review of the evidence for the existence (1) human pheromones and (2) a functional vomeronasal organ (VNO) in humans

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[1] Wyart C, Webster WW, Chen JH, Wilson SR, McClary A, Khan RM, Sobel N. 2007. Smelling a single component of male sweat alters levels of cortisol in women. J Neurosci. 27(6):1261-5.[1]

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