Allergy to cosmetics

It is difficult to find a woman who does not use decorative and cosmetics cosmetics at all. But, unfortunately, the response to the use of certain cosmetics can be an allergic reaction. It manifests itself in a feeling of tightness of the skin, peeling, redness, rashes, itching, burning and even swelling.

Allergy to cosmetics is of several types. The most "harmless" type is increased sensitivity of the skin (state of reactivity). When applying cosmetic products, skin tightening and tingling are felt, but there are no external signs.

The second type of reaction is contact dermatitis. It appears immediately after applicationcosmetic in redness, peeling, wrinkling of the skin, the appearance of small bubbles, sensitivity and soreness when touched. But pruritus contact dermatitis is not accompanied.

Finally, the third type of reaction is allergic contact dermatitis (actually an allergic reaction). The symptoms are similar to contact dermatitis, but they do not appear immediately, but after a few hours or even days after contact with the allergen. In addition, allergic contact dermatitis, in contrast to a simple contact, is accompanied by an itch of varying intensity.

There is an opinion that an allergy to cosmetics can be caused only by cheap and substandard cosmetic products. In fact, this is not so. Of course, use of low-quality cosmetics, the production of which used aggressive dyes, preservatives and perfumes, increases the risk of allergic reactions. But even the use of natural cosmetics will not insure against allergies.

Allergen can act not only aggressive chemical compounds, but even natural components. In this case, it comes from an individualintolerance: the human body is unpredictable and can respond with an allergic reaction to innocuous substances for most people. Among the most common natural allergens can be identified honey and other bee products, as well as essential oils. And the increased sensitivity of the skin additionally increases the likelihood of an allergic reaction.

Hypoallergenic cosmetics, by the way, are also notpanacea. It actually contains fewer potential allergens, but, as we have already said, an allergic reaction can provoke even the most innocuous substance. So that hypoallergenic cosmetics reduces the risk of allergic reactions, but it can not insure you from them for 100%.

What if you have an allergy to cosmetics? First of all, you need to wash off the cosmetics and rinse the skin with plenty of water. You can use for this purpose, infusionchamomile, it has a calming effect. Thermal water and cortisone ointment also have a calming effect. For an emergency withdrawal of symptoms, you can take an antihistamine drug, and if they do not disappear, but only increase - go to the hospital.

You need to stop using any makeup until you have allergy symptoms. After that, you need to enter cosmeticmeans one by one to determine which of them caused the allergy. If you can not determine the allergen yourself, contact your doctor (immunologist-allergist and dermatologist). He will help determine the allergen and pick up cosmetic products so that the allergy to cosmetics you no longer bother. The seller-consultant will not replace the doctor!

Finally, we will give some advice on how to reduce the likelihood of possible allergic reactions. So, so that an allergy to cosmetics does not catch you unawares, you should follow the following rules:

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  avoid cheap cosmetics withaggressive components (the presence of potential allergens is indicated by too bright color, intense odor, and also a suspiciously long shelf life);
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  if you know about your allergy to certaincomponents, carefully read the composition of the funds before buying (for example, when you are allergic to cereals, you should not buy a cream with extract from wheat sprouts);
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  never use overdue cosmetics, as well as cosmetics that were stored incorrectly;
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  before buying new cosmetics it is advisable to test them if there is such a possibility (the best option is to take a probe first);
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  Do not use professional cosmetics at home, it may contain pretty aggressive ingredients, so leave it to professionals.

Allergy to cosmetics is not an innocuous malaise, because in people with a sensitive immune system, allergic reactions can lead to disastrous consequences. Use only high-quality cosmetics and do not neglect a visit to the doctor, if your body responds to cosmetic products inappropriately.