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Adverse reactions to cosmetics.

A Dogra1, Y C Minocha, S Kaur

  • 1Dept. of Dermatology, Dayanand Medical College & Hospital, Ludhiana, Punjab. samodagra@satyam.net.in

Indian Journal of Dermatology, Venereology and Leprology
|July 24, 2007
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Cosmetic adverse reactions, including contact dermatitis, can manifest in various ways. Hair dyes, lipsticks, and shaving creams were identified as common culprits in a study of 50 patients.

Area of Science:

  • Dermatology
  • Cosmetic Science
  • Allergology

Background:

  • Adverse reactions to cosmetics are a significant cause of contact dermatitis.
  • Manifestations include allergic dermatitis, photodermatitis, irritant dermatitis, urticaria, and pigmentary changes.
  • Identifying causative agents is crucial for patient management and prevention.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To assess the role of commonly used cosmetics in causing adverse reactions.
  • To determine the incidence of contact allergic dermatitis from personal cosmetics.
  • To evaluate the utility of patch testing for cosmetic ingredients.

Main Methods:

  • A study involving 50 patients experiencing adverse cosmetic reactions.
  • Clinical assessment of dermatological presentations.

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  • Patch testing with basic cosmetic ingredients where a causal link was suspected.

    • Main Results:

    • Hair dyes, lipsticks, and shaving creams were found to be frequent causes of adverse reactions.
    • The overall incidence of contact allergic dermatitis was 3.3% when using patients' own cosmetics.
    • Patch testing confirmed positive reactions to specific ingredients in some cases.

    Conclusions:

    • Commonly used cosmetics, particularly hair dyes, lipsticks, and shaving creams, can trigger significant adverse reactions.
    • Clearer labeling of cosmetic ingredients is recommended to aid dermatologists and patients in identifying allergens.
    • Patch testing remains a valuable tool for diagnosing cosmetic-induced contact dermatitis.