Causes and Symptoms of Cosmetic Allergy

Posted on August 29, 2007 in Latest News

Irritant Contact Dermatitis, the commonest skin disorder, arises from cosmetic products like soaps, shampoos, deodorants, sprays, hair creams and after shave. Some ingredients used in making these cosmetics, like preservatives and fragrances, can trigger an allergic reaction.

Types of cosmetics causing irritant contact dermatitis include:

a. Cleansers that often contain surfactants that are necessary to facilitate proper cleansing of the skin.

b. Toners and astringents, which may contain alcohol or acids, like Alpha Hydroxy Acid (AHA).

c. Facial treatment products that often result in exfoliation of the upper skin surface.

Symptoms of skin reactions include:

Treatment for irritant contact dermatitis:

If you notice allergic reactions on your skin and suspect a cosmetic allergy, immediately stop using all the cosmetic products. Do not consult a beautician for cosmetic allergies. Consult a doctor, and he may suggest you to use bland facial cleanser and low potency corticosteroid cream or ointment. These will help you recover from the symptoms. Once you get relieved from the symptoms, the doctor might ask you to go for an allergy test.

An allergy test helps you find out the cause of your allergy, and according to the findings you can avoid using the cosmetics that contain the ingredients that cause the allergy.

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