Well, I didn't know what else to call it! In the movie "Silence of the Lambs", FBI agent Clarice dabs an "ointment" of some sort in her nostrils before examining a very dead victim. Presumably to mask the odor of decomposition. I recently had to do some work on my septic system and tried Mentholatum brand ointment (dabbed into nostrils) to make the job a little less disgusting. It worked somewhat. I was thinking that the "real-deal" product used by CSI types might be a handy addition to the bags I keep NBC suits, masks, gloves, etc. in. That same gear might be worn in a worst case disaster if dead or decayed victims need to be dealt with for health reasons. Hopefully, that's a little far-fetched, but if you've ever been around a large, decomposing mammal, the smell can stop you in your tracks. Any suggestions, and my apologizes if I grossed anyone out!
