Offensive odours

Back at work after a lovely christmas break. My eyes are a little tired from general lack of sleep, festive behaviour etc, and I’m really noticing it now, staring at the screen all day.

There is another factor here that contributes a great deal to my ocular displeasure, and that is the Hygenically Clean Cussons’ Carex Moisturising Hand Wash, supplied by the contracted cleaners. Most probably the unspecified ingredient ‘Parfum’ which, let’s face it, could be any bloody thing so long as it smells. Whatever it is, whenever I use it, I’m immediately afflicted with itchy eyes. I generally manage it by using as little of the stuff as possible, but in the interests of hygiene you do have to use a bit from time to time.

My dismay was compounded today when I discovered the latest thoughtful addition to the toiletry supplies. Perfumed toilet paper. Just… don’t get me started…!