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[Dermatitis from contact with perfume].
A Piriou-Robaglia1, J L Robaglia, J J Bonérandi
1Service de Dermatologie, Hôpital Ste Marguerite, Marseille.
Allergie Et Immunologie
|September 1, 1990
Summary
Contact dermatitis from perfumes affects application sites. Key allergens include oak moss, isoeugenol, and cinnamic aldehyde, necessitating non-perfumed cosmetics and adherence to IFRA standards for prevention.
Area of Science:
- Dermatology
- Allergology
- Cosmetic Science
Context:
- Contact dermatitis is a common skin reaction.
- Perfumes are frequent triggers for allergic contact dermatitis.
- The standard battery of the L.C.D.R.G. is used for diagnosis.
Purpose:
- To identify common perfume allergens causing contact dermatitis.
- To assess the diagnostic efficacy of the L.C.D.R.G. perfume mix.
- To outline preventive strategies for perfume-induced contact dermatitis.
Summary:
- Contact dermatitis primarily affects areas where perfume is applied.
- The L.C.D.R.G. perfume mixture identifies 70-80% of sensitized individuals.
- Common allergens are oak moss, isoeugenol, and cinnamic aldehyde.
Impact:
- Highlights the prevalence of specific perfume allergens.
- Emphasizes the need for non-perfumed cosmetics at the individual level.
- Stresses the importance of I.F.R.A. compliance for industrial prevention.