A pheromone is a chemical substance that a living being emits into the environment in which it lives and is perceived by another living being of its own species. In this way, for example, a bitch separates from its body some pheromones that are captured by the male of its species, so that this sensory perception alters its sexual behavior oriented to reproduction. Pheromones cause a physiological response, but keep in mind that not all species have the same chemicals, as these are unique signals for each species.
In the case of mammals, pheromones are detected by the vomeronasal organ, which is found in the respiratory system. This organ sends signals to the brain of the animal to react in a certain way. This means that the release of pheromones is the element that triggers some instinctual behaviors.
In the case of mammals, pheromones are detected by the vomeronasal organ, which is located in the respiratory system. This organ sends signals to the brain of the animal to react in a certain way. This means that the release of pheromones is the element that triggers some instinctual behaviors.
We are animals and consequently we share some patterns of behavior with other organisms. When we feel a sexual attraction for someone, it is very likely that the pheromones are acting on us. We perceive them unconsciously, but they undoubtedly play a major role in our sexual inclination for other people. The secretions of our body include pheromones, which are odorless but are detected by our vomeronasal organ.
By releasing our pheromones what we are doing is activating communication with others, since they act as a warning mechanism. Of course, it is difficult to determine the role of these chemicals in the processes of infatuation and sexual attraction, since humans are animals with cultural and racial aspects that are interspersed with instinctual triggers.
Cosmetics and perfumery products are made with pheromones with the aim of enhancing sexual attractiveness. Those who market these products claim that they should be used after showering, as the water removes natural pheromones. However, from a strictly scientific point of view, no pheromone releasers have been accurately identified.
The question of sexual attractiveness is not the only application of these chemicals. In fact, they are frequently used in the elimination of pests. In this sense, there are biologists who chemically alter the pheromones of those insects that cause pests in some plant species.
