Alpha Hydroxy Acids for Skin Care - Smooth Sailing or Rough Seas?
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Are these products safe? Since 1989, the Food and Drug Administration has received more than 100 reports of adverse reactions in people using AHA products. Their complaints included severe redness, swelling (especially in the area of the eyes), burning, blistering, bleeding, rash, itching, and skin discoloration.
An important article.
Paula Kurtzweil
FDA Center for Food Safety & Applied Nutrition USA
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Balsam of Peru - Contact Dermatitis
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Balsam of Peru, is an aromatic liquid obtained by cutting the bark of a particular tree found in El Salvador. It is used in fragrances and flavorings.
Where Balsam of Peru Is Found
How to Avoid Balsam of Peru
How to Test a Product for Possible Use
Synonyms/Other Names for Balsam of Peru
Components of Balsam of Peru and Chemically Related Allergens
Other Substances to Which You May React
How to Read Product Labels
Examples of Products Containing Balsam of Peru
Examples of Products Free of Balsam of Peru
An extremely valuable resource.
T.R.U.E. Test - Allergen Patch Test USA
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Black Rubber Mix - Contact Dermatitis
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Black rubber mix, which contains the following three allergens: N-isopropyl-N'-phenyl paraphenylenediamine, N-cyclohexyl-N'-phenyl paraphenylenediamine, and N, N'-diphenyl paraphenylenediamine. These allergens are rubber
additives known as antioxidants, and since they discolor the rubber, these additives are used primarily to produce black rubber.
Where Black Rubber Additives Are Found
How to Avoid Black Rubber Additives
How to Test a Product for Possible Use
Chemical Ingredients in Black Rubber Mix and Their Common Trade Names
Other Substances to Which You May React
How to Read Product Labels
Material Safety Data Sheets
An extremely valuable resource.
T.R.U.E. Test - Allergen Patch Test USA
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Caine Mix (Benzocaine) - Contact Dermatitis
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Caine mix, which contains the following three allergens: benzocaine USP; tetracaine hydroclhoride, USP; and dibucaine hydrochloride, USP. Benzocaine and related medicines compose a large group of local anesthetics found mainly in topical, nonprescription products used to numb or soothe the skin.
Where Caine Mix Chemicals Are Found
How to Avoid Caine Mix Chemicals
Synonyms/Components of Caine Mix Chemicals
Other Substances to Which You May React
How to Read Product Labels
Examples of Products Containing Benzocaine, Tetracaine, or Dibucaine
Examples of Products Free of Benzocaine, Tetracaine, and Dibucaine
An extremely valuable resource.
T.R.U.E. Test - Allergen Patch Test USA
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Carba Mix - Contact Dermatitis
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Carba mix contains the following three allergens: diphenylguanidine, zincdibutyldithiocarbamate, and zincdiethyldithiocarbamate. These chemicals are used as accelerators in the manufacture of rubber products and in agricultural chemicals.
Where Carba Chemicals Are Found
How to Avoid Carba Chemicals
Synonyms/Components of Carba Chemicals
Other Substances to Which You May React
How to Read Product Labels
Material Safety Data Sheets
Examples of Products Containing Carba Chemicals
Examples of Products Free Of Carba Chemicals
An extremely valuable resource.
T.R.U.E. Test - Allergen Patch Test USA
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Chemical Allergies
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From fabrics to flooring, from makeup to medicines, your world is full of chemicals--and many can cause allergic reactions. Chemical allergies typically affect the skin, but can also cause respiratory problems or other allergic reactions.
A brief overview
Intelihealth USA
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Chemical Allergy
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Latex Allergy
Pesticides
eAllergy.net USA
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Chemicals in Home and Work Environments - Gases
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This brief catalogue describes chemicals that are common at home and in the workplace. Chemical and common names are given with a description of uses and occurrences:
Carbon Dioxide (CO2)
Carbon Monoxide (CO)
Hydrogen Sulfide (H2S)
Nitrogen Oxides (NOX)
Ozone (O3)
Sulfur Dioxide (SO2)
Formaldehyde (HCHO)
Radon
Tom Fairley & Environmed Research
Solutions For Health Problems - Environmed Research Inc. & Alpha Nutrition Educational Programs Canada
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