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11 Things Men Find Most Disgusting

Abigail Renee Abigail Renee | March 30, 2017 | 5 min read

Men, do you agree?

In truth, there are some universally accepted standards of what people generally find disgusting. However, there are also some very gender-specific standards of disgust that you may not know about. There is no denying that men and women are always going to be separated by some sort of philosophical wall. That’s the very reason they tend to always take very dissimilar outlooks on life. This is also the reason why men and women often engage in a lot of misunderstandings. What is obvious to one gender may not necessarily be so obvious to the other. When it comes to family dynamics, questions women face about family planning can vary greatly based on societal expectations and personal beliefs. For many, the decision-making process is often complicated by external pressures and internalized norms. Ultimately, these discussions can shape not only individual choices but also the overall perception of family roles within different communities.

There are some things that women do which they truly deem to be innocent acts. However, in the eyes of a lot of men, these sins can be downright cardinal. Men find a lot of seemingly normal things that women do absolutely disgusting, and women need to know about it if they’re looking to win over a man’s affection. You don’t necessarily have to change who you are if you want a man to be attracted to you, but you are going to have to tone down a little at the very least.

1. You don’t shave or wax the hair on the different parts of your body.

The hair on the arms. Hair in the armpits. The hair on the legs. To a lot of men, this just doesn’t look good. If you always expect our man to maintain a clean and well-groomed face, then you have to do the same with your body as well. There are deeper layers to these standards that many might overlook, particularly women’s hidden feelings about relationships. These unexpressed emotions often shape how they perceive expectations in both themselves and their partners. A sense of vulnerability can arise when societal pressures clash with personal comfort and authenticity. These dynamics play a significant role in intimacy preferences for men and women, emphasizing the importance of open communication between partners. Understanding these preferences can lead to stronger connections, as both individuals become more attuned to each other’s needs. Ultimately, navigating these intimate discussions fosters a healthier environment where vulnerability is embraced rather than shamed.

2. You wear too much makeup.

Men like it to be all natural, ladies. Yes, you can wear some makeup to further bring out your natural beauty, but when you wear makeup to the point where you look like a different person, your man will find it disgusting. It will also make him feel like you’re trying to deceive him about your looks with makeup.

3. You can’t control your drinks.

Nobody likes taking care of the drunk kid. So the next time you go out for a night of heavy drinking, make sure that you maintain a sense of self-control. If you can’t handle the substanceВ you’re taking in, learn how to say no. It’s a big turn-off for men whenever they see women who aren’t responsible enough to handle their substanceВ intake.

4. You don’t make an effort to fix your hair.

No. No one just wakes up looking like Beyonce. Your man is constantly working hard to make himself physically attractive to you, and you should also put in the same effort. It’s not cute when you just leave the house without at least combing or washing your hair. You will only end up looking like a homeless person.

5. You act shallow and materialistic.

Know this: men are always attracted to women who espouse great depth and wisdom. It’s a big turn-off for them when women subject themselves to shallowness and materialistic tendencies. If you show him that only lavish and luxurious materials can make you happy, then you can be assured that he will be disgusted at you.

6. You don’t practice good oral hygiene.

This might be one of the items on the list that EVERYONE would find disgusting. Practicing basic good oral hygiene is an unwritten law of human civilization. You can’t expect a man to want to kiss your germ-infested mouth. Brush your teeth after every meal and use some mouthwash every once in a while.

7. You smoke way too much.

This can be a hit or miss. A lot of men like to smoke themselves and they would also be okay with their women lighting up every once in a while. However, for the vast majority of men who don’t smoke, they can see this as a big turn-off. Smoking is dangerous and it can destroy a person’s body. To add to that, the smell that sticks to a smoker is far from being pleasant.

8. You use profane and vulgar language.

Always maintain tact, grace, elegance, and poise whenever you conduct yourself. A man will always be more attracted to a princess than a peasant. So you should just stop using profanities every time you talk. Expand your vocabulary and impress your man with your wits and intelligence.

9. You do too much tanning.

This is related to the too much makeup item. Men like it when their women are able to carry their natural beauty around. They don’t have to resort to artificial methods of beautification. Sometimes, when taken to the extreme, it can drive a man away. However, some men may question traditional norms and explore unusual masculinity questions from friends. This can lead to a deeper understanding of their own identity and preferences, transcending the conventional ideals of attractiveness. Ultimately, open conversations can foster a supportive environment where self-expression is celebrated rather than judged.

10. You try too hard to act cute.

Your baby talk and dumb-blonde act are not cute; it’s immature. Men don’t like it when their women play the incompetent damsel in distress all the time. They don’t want their women to be unnaturally cute. They want their women to be strong and independent.

11. You use too much perfume.

It can cause a headache. Splashing on a couple of sprays should be fine, but don’t overdo it. You don’t want your perfume to overshadow your glowing personality.


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Kim Osurdu? · October 13, 2021

Good. Find me disgusting, and stay the hell away from me.

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    STFU MEN · January 7, 2022

    YASS

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    Kara L. · May 16, 2023

    You tell ‘em! Men do plenty more disgusting things! That’s why I’m a feminist and idgaf about womanizers such as this

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    Amy · May 16, 2023

    I like your attitude, all women should think you

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    Kel · March 9, 2024

    I know right. Some people are perfect n have NO flaws. Wish I had tht ticket, nope I don’t cause I’m me. If u don’t like me now than u never liked me before it was all an act. Cause I’m going to be continue to be me because I haven’t changed I’ve been like this to my whole relationship. U maybe need to look in a mirror n let someone pick u apart.

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    Barry Fraser · January 3, 2025

    Don’t need a man eh. Until it’s too hard, too heavy or I can’t fix it.

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Emma · November 8, 2021

It’s 2021, women don’t care what men think.

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    Arthur · June 11, 2022

    Im sorry woman
    We 2 billion when your 5 billion
    Your not that special

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      MOCHI · October 13, 2022

      What on EARTH are you talking about? What she is saying is that we don’t have to change for you and should be ourselves. “We 2 billion when your 5 billion.” One, that’s not what she was talking about. Second, what is with that “You’re not that special”?

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        Marsha Brady · May 16, 2023

        Exactly without women there would be no life on earth. Now stop being ignorant and stfu.

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          Yunila · February 14, 2025

          Did you forget that you can’t give birth without men.Do you even know you’re matured or not😠

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      Kara L. · May 16, 2023

      Hey arthur, if you are disgusted by women, try men 😊

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        Jennifer P · December 23, 2024

        hahaha good words Kara! 😅😅😅 I think he never like woman but he would choose man over women🤣🤣

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    Yunila · February 14, 2025

    men don’t care what you think🗑️

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Galina · March 18, 2022

Women find it disgusting just as often

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Linda · March 23, 2023

Men should “manscape ” also.

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    Laura Mercer · September 29, 2024

    I agree! I’ve only known 1 man that already did it without a woman suggesting it!! P.S…..He’s all mine now too!! Yes, BOTH need to keep clean.

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Cat · June 25, 2023

All this is saying is what med don’t like about women. Some men see past some and others don’t. Women have things that men don’t like men and some May over look those things. I don’t think this was meant to be offensive.

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    Kitty · July 1, 2023

    Here we don’t need to shout out “why only men? why not women? “, no Catty?😅
    Nothing offensive, so let it slide, ya? Ha ha.
    Cuteness

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Su · November 10, 2023

Where’s the piece on what women find disgusting about men??

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Jim · January 6, 2024

I can agree on all of these. But I think women would disapprove of most, but not all, of these.
I think women would prefer to have good oral hygiene, would prefer to drink moderately, and a few others. On the other hand, I find that many women enjoy their makeup to the point of excess.

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    Kel · March 9, 2024

    So how can they see what n when she doing all these things? What are all y’all looking there the windows, oh yea it’s thoses people tht have been watching for 4 yrs now. Leave it be. Go look in the mirror

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    Madeleine · March 18, 2024

    You are quite correct. Except for the make-up, which is not my cup of tea.
    I do prefer being, clean, elegant, and intelligent. I find it refreshing that men prefer that in a woman. I also appreciate the fact that men still have standards.

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Lee · February 12, 2024

There are plenty of lists out there pointing out what man things disgusts women. This is a pretty accurate list. My wife gets mad at me when I tell her these same things. I’m glad others see them too.

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Lisbeth Kadenius · May 1, 2024

I like to say that people, he, or she, should keep themselves natural and clean , that is the most attractive to do! Be genuine, that’s the best 👌

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Johnno · December 24, 2024

It’s all men have heard about for the last 30 years. I like the way women throw a fit when they are called out on this stuff. All a man wants is a woman that is a woman not a man disguised as a woman. Aggressive, loudmouthed, head full of Botox covered in war paint. Modern women think they hold all the cards when it comes to relationships, well they may have done years ago because it took men years to wake up to stop fawning over women and instead expect that their expectations are met as well.

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Glenn · January 8, 2025

To tell you the truth, you could change that title from women to men so that list goes for almost both genders so can we all just get along? I would rather see a list of the 11 things that someone likes. I don’t think you’d ever see that list on any article. Easier for people to find negative than it is positive, unfortunately.

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Abigail Renee is a writer based in New York with a background in psychology and over five years of experience covering relationships, love, and personal growth. She is known for her candid, thoughtful perspective on the complexities of modern relationships, and believes that honest conversation is the foundation of any meaningful connection. When she is not writing, she is exploring new restaurants, listening to Coldplay, or rewatching her favourite sitcoms from the 2000s.