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Why We Subconsciously Sniff Our Hands After a Handshake: Insights from Research

Why We Subconsciously Sniff Our Hands After a Handshake: Insights from Research

The next time you shake someone's hand, notice if you subtly bring it to your nose afterward.

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Studies show that after a handshake, people often unconsciously smell their hand. This tendency increases significantly when greeting someone of the opposite sex. Researchers interpret this as a subtle form of subconscious communication.

Watch the video below featuring participants who just shook the researcher's hand.