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To determine the prevalence and clinical significance of contact allergy among women reporting adverse reactions to cosmetics and toiletries.

September 1, 1988Contact Dermatitis

The role of contact allergy in the spectrum of adverse effects caused by cosmetics and toiletries

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AGAnton C. de GrootAmsterdam University Medical Centers EBEnny G. A. BeverdamUniversity of Groningen CAChristien Tjong AyongUniversity of Groningen

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Observational study reveals contact allergy in under ten percent of adverse cosmetic reactions among women, indicating skin irritation causes most issues.

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To determine the prevalence and clinical significance of contact allergy among women reporting adverse reactions to cosmetics and toiletries.
Surveyed 982 female beautician clients regarding adverse reactions to cosmetic and personal care products experienced within the past 5 years.
Conducted diagnostic patch testing on 150 symptomatic women using the European standard series and a specialized cosmetic allergen series.
Adverse reactions were reported by 25.9% (n = 254/982) of participants, most frequently provoked by skin-care products (36.6%) and personal cleanliness products (29.5%).
Patch testing confirmed proven contact allergy in 2.0% (n = 3/150) and possible contact allergy in 4.7% (n = 7/150), with Kathon CG (n = 3), fragrance mix (n = 3), and wool alcohols (n = 3) as the most frequent positive allergens.
True contact allergy accounted for less than 10% of adverse responses, with the majority of reactions stemming from direct skin irritation or the aggravation of pre-existing dermatoses like acne and seborrhoeic dermatitis.

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Groot et al. (1988) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/6a86f1163a1d8ec5fdd3ceba https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1600-0536.1988.tb02894.x

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Observational study reveals contact allergy in under ten percent of adverse cosmetic reactions among women, indicating skin irritation causes most issues.

The role of contact allergy in the spectrum of adverse effects caused by cosmetics and toiletries

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The role of contact allergy in the spectrum of adverse effects caused by cosmetics and toiletries

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