The best thing to do would be to discuss it in a calm, reasonable manner with your neighbor. I know that’s a difficult thing to ask, but I don’t know how you could possibly get a filter installer on her vent without her consent anyway. That could possibly cause a lot of hard feelings and repercussions you may want to avoid.

Just explain to her that you are sensitive to the scents, that they make you ill, and are forcing you to breathe toxic air. Explain that chemical fragrances are really very harmful, and give her some research or articles on it.

Many people don’t realize this is the case and have never read anything on it. They are products of the marketing industry that has successfully promoted these products and convinced people they need them. She may find the information interesting.

If not, is there an association you can appeal to? Condos often have associations. If they were made aware of your problem, they could speak to her, or issue a guideline for everyone living in the condos to avoid scented dryer sheets. I know that in workplaces, if someone is allergic, other workers must be careful not to trigger that allergy. I’m not sure what the law is with condos, but it’s worth a shot.

Rufina James