Article: Fragrance-related dermatitis: keys to diagnosis.(Allergic/Contact Dermatitis)

HERSHEY, PA. -- Sniffing out the cause of fragrance-related allergic contact dermatitis can be a challenge, Dr. Pamela Scheinman said at a meeting on contact dermatitis sponsored by Pennsylvania State University.

Fragrances are the cosmetic ingredients most likely to cause allergic contact dermatitis. They are ubiquitous in soaps, lotions, makeup, shampoos, hair dye, scented candles, air and fabric refreshers, spray starch, and herbal medicines.

Moreover, fragrance in a given product is not always obvious. "Cosmetic products that are labeled 'unscented' usually have masking fragrances in their ingredient list, and products that are labeled ...

Related newspaper, magazine, and journal articles:

 
 
Newsweek Harper's Magazine The Washington Post Chicago Tribune Crain's Chicago Business PRNewswire Pediatric News The Nation Advertising Age The Economist (US) A FREE trial gives you access to over 80 million articles! Access over 6,500 publications with a FREE trial!