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Moist toilet papers as possible sensitizers: review of the literature and evaluation of commercial products in Italy.

Authors :
Zoli, Valentina
Tosti, Antonella
Silvani, Simonetta
Vincenzi, Colombina
Source :
Contact Dermatitis (01051873). Oct2006, Vol. 55 Issue 4, p252-254. 3p. 1 Chart.
Publication Year :
2006

Abstract

The article reports on the increasing use of moist toilet papers, which introduced primarily for babies, by adults for cleansing perianal skin. Based on the results of a series of clinical studies, disposable baby wipes were mild to the skin. However, it was pointed out that their use can be responsible for allergic contact dermatitis.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
01051873
Volume :
55
Issue :
4
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
Contact Dermatitis (01051873)
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
22207981
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1600-0536.2006.00919.x