3. Detergent to laundry
Although many patients and health care providers blame the detergent for detergent for contact dermatitis, it is in fact a relatively unusual cause. Some people have a reaction to ingredients such as added perfume, preservatives, enzymes, whitenments and dyes, which are in detergent, dish soap and other cleaning products.
4. Wrinkle resistant fabrics
You probably already know that formaldehyde is bad for you, but you might be surprised to learn that formaldehyde could hide in your clothes. The preservative is used in clothing designed to be wrinkle or perspiration resistant.
5. Dust
Airborne irritants such as dust can trigger contact dermatitis, says Green. Although it can be difficult to avoid dusty environments, you can adopt a proactive approach to avoid a reaction. Green suggests applying a moisturizer containing ceramids, which will serve as a barrier to protect the skin from allergens.
6. Latex gloves
You will not necessarily see a reaction immediately of latex gloves. He can take years to touch a certain substance or a material for an allergy to develop. For example, if you work in a hospital and wear latex gloves for most of the day, you can possibly notice that your hands are becoming itchy and inflamed. It is the result of the development of an allergy to the gloves.
7. Metal on your jeans and keys
Regarding allergies, nickel allergies are relatively common, estimated at more than 18% of people in North America.
But nickel is difficult to avoid. It is everywhere – in jewelry, glasses, coins and keys, to name only a few places. Even metal buttons and shots on your jeans can cause a reaction. If you suspect that nickel can be an irritant for you, replace the ties or cover them to prevent your skin from direct contact with the metal.
8. Your manicure
Do the perfectly maintained nails are worth the risk of developing swollen and puffy skin? Acrylic nails (and gel nails) were also linked to contact dermatitis on the fingers and eyelids. It will generally start with itching in the nail bed, which can then become dry and thickened. In most cases, the nails will bounce back after ceasing to use these products.
A final word on identifying the cause of your skin dermatitis
It is important to remember that the eruption of contact dermatitis does not necessarily mean that you have an allergy. Often, avoiding the product will eliminate the rash. If you do not see relief and the rashes continue or empire, check with your dermatologist, which can recommend skin allergy tests, including corrective tests, to find the exact trigger.
The point to take away
- People who work with hard chemicals or wash their hands are often more likely to obtain contact dermatitis.
- Triggers such as nickel and preservatives can be found in unexpected places, such as keys or shampoo.
- Talk to your doctor if you have a rash that you cannot explain.
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