By Dr. Camille Soto – Clinical Chemist, Modest & Co.
TL;DR
The Modest Co. vs. 7-Eleven Spray: Which actually works? Our enzymatic sprays neutralize cannabis and pet odors at the molecular level—cheap sprays just perfume the air and hope for the best.
“You can’t mask sulfur with synthetic vanilla. That’s olfactory offense, not odor control.”
The Competitors
- The Modest Co.: Odor-neutralizing sprays using enzymatic binding and encapsulation technology. No dyes, no parabens, no perfume clouds.
- Generic Gas Station Spray: We picked “Tropical Thunder” from 7-Eleven’s shelf. It’s loud, neon-colored, and smells like a jellybean brawl in a mop closet.
Real-Life Scenario: The Smoked-Out Car Test
We tested both products in a used Toyota that had clearly seen some things. Think: hotboxed + leftover fast food + gym bag.
- Gas Station Spray: Immediate chemical blast. Overpowered everything... for about 20 minutes. Then? Terpenes and regret returned.
- The Modest Co.: Subtle spray, no offensive cloud. Terpenes like limonene and myrcene were enzymatically neutralized. No cover-up, just a molecularly precise reset.
How The Modest Co. Neutralizes Odors (While Others Just Mask Them)
Let’s break it down like a chemist with standards:
| Feature | Modest & Co. | Gas Station Spray |
|---|---|---|
| Neutralizes odor molecules? | ✅ Yes — enzymatic binding + encapsulation | ❌ No — perfumes the air briefly |
| Removes cannabis smell? | ✅ Terpenes deactivated | ❌ Terpenes temporarily masked |
| Safe around pets/kids? | ✅ Absolutely | ⚠️ Unknown (and unlisted) |
| Smell strength | 🔇 Subtle and clean | 🔊 Overbearing and artificial |
Why Modest & Co. Outperforms Cheap Sprays
You’ve spent time making your home feel intentional—so why invite a bottle that looks like it belongs in a frat house?
- The Modest Co.: Minimal packaging, elevated design, spa-grade scent neutrality.
- Cheap Spray: Screaming neon, synthetic overload, not recyclable.
Ready to Upgrade? Here’s Why It Matters
You don’t have to pay $3 to fumigate your space with artificial pineapple. You have options. Ones that are cruelty-free, non-toxic, and clinically formulated to work.
Modest & Co. isn’t just different—it’s smarter. And your lungs will thank you.
FAQ
- Is The Modest Co. safe around pets? Yes. All sprays are non-toxic, pH-balanced, and cruelty-free.
- Can it remove cannabis odors? Absolutely. Our enzymatic technology deactivates terpenes like limonene and myrcene at the molecular level.
- Is it better than traditional sprays? Yes. Traditional sprays cover smells; we neutralize them at the source.