Odor Eliminator vs. Air Freshener: What's the Difference?

An air freshener adds fragrance to cover an odor. An odor eliminator is designed to remove the odor itself. When an air freshener fades, the original smell can still be there. POOPH is an odor eliminator: its formula works on a molecular level to take stink out of the equation, and it contains no added fragrance.

An air freshener adds fragrance to cover an odor. An odor eliminator is designed to remove the odor itself. When an air freshener fades, the original smell is still there. POOPH is an odor eliminator: it destroys odor at the molecular level and contains no added fragrance.

Air fresheners are made to cover odor with a scent, not to remove its source. They can work for scenting a room that already smells clean, but they aren't made to treat a smell that has a source, such as urine in carpet or sweat in a gym bag.

Most don't. They mask odor with a stronger scent instead of removing its source. Air fresheners work fine for scenting a room that already smells clean, but they won't fix a smell with a source, such as urine in carpet or sweat in a gym bag.

Because the source was never removed. Fragrance fades over time, but the residue causing the odor stays in the carpet, fabric, or bag lining until it is treated. That is why POOPH helps eliminate odor at the source instead of relying on fragrance to cover it up.

Because the source was never removed. Fragrance fades within hours, but the residue causing the odor stays in the carpet, fabric, or bag lining until it is treated. That is why POOPH says to stop using fragrances to mask odor only for the stench to return.

POOPH Odor Eliminator's formula works on a molecular level to take stink out of the equation. It has no harsh chemicals and no added fragrance; see the product label for ingredients. Spray it directly into the source of the odor, making sure it penetrates, and let it work.

POOPH Odor Eliminator destroys odor at the molecular level, literally taking stink out of the equation. It is made from water, a proprietary odor elimination blend, and citric acid, with no harsh chemicals and no added fragrance. Spray it directly into the source of the odor, making sure it penetrates, and let it work.

According to the FDA, some components of fragrance formulas may have a potential to cause allergic reactions or sensitivities for some people, and for people with sensitivities to certain fragrances, inhaling them may result in symptoms such as coughing, headache, and shortness of breath. That is one reason POOPH Odor Eliminator contains no added fragrance. It also means POOPH doesn't rely on fragrance to cover up odor. Source: FDA, Fragrances in Cosmetics and Allergens in Cosmetics.

According to the FDA, fragrance ingredients can trigger allergic reactions or respiratory symptoms in sensitive individuals, including headaches, coughing, and breathing difficulty. That is one reason POOPH Odor Eliminator contains no added fragrance. It also means nothing is covering up the odor: when it's gone, it's gone.

Yes. Eliminate the odor first, then add a scent if you want one. Spraying fragrance first just layers scent over the problem.

Yes. Eliminate the odor first, then add a fragrance if you want one. Spraying fragrance first just layers scent over the problem.

Check three things. Does the label say "odor eliminator" or only "air freshener"? Does the smell return once the scent fades? Is fragrance the main selling point? A product built to help eliminate odor shouldn't need fragrance to cover it up.

Check three things. Does the label say "odor eliminator" or only "air freshener"? Does the smell return once the scent fades? Is fragrance the main selling point? A product that truly eliminates odor should leave the space smelling like nothing at all.