>>3973139The exact gene is ABCC11. It prevents their sweat from producing the enzyme that bacteria feed on that is responsible for body odor. The lack of ABCC11 also results in ear wax that does not stick to the insides of their ears. It instead flakes off. Asians commonly use a small stick to gently nudge any remaining wax out of their ears. Because it doesn't stick, they do not use these to "dig", just to "sweep".