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New and emerging cosmetic allergens.

Authors :
Davies RF
Johnston GA
Source :
Clinics in dermatology [Clin Dermatol] 2011 May-Jun; Vol. 29 (3), pp. 311-5.
Publication Year :
2011

Abstract

Human skin is exposed to a large variety of cosmetic allergens. Most allergic contact dermatitis occurs after exposure to fragrance, preservatives, and hair dyes. Such reactions can often be occult. As a result, a high index of suspicion is needed in assessing the patient with facial or cosmetic dermatitis. This contribution looks at why such a large number of chemicals are in everyday usage, at how dermatologists monitor trends in allergy to cosmetics, and at a number of new and emerging allergens to consider in the assessment of suspected cosmetic allergy.<br /> (Copyright © 2011 Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.)

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
1879-1131
Volume :
29
Issue :
3
Database :
MEDLINE
Journal :
Clinics in dermatology
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
21496740
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.clindermatol.2010.11.010