Comments on: Troublesome Beauty Ingredients and How to Test for Skin Allergies

By: Emily

Emily — Tue, 03 May 2011 22:15:27 +0000

It scares me how formaldehyde, a *well* known CARCINOGEN is in makeup and nail polishes! As well as talc (also a carcinogen) which irritates my skin. Silicones also cause some people to break out cause it clogs pores.
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By: K~

K~ — Sat, 29 Jan 2011 20:03:53 +0000

Hi Paola…I will be honest with you I typically use Cetaphil gentle facial soap and moisturizer…but did discover I can utilize some of dermae products which you may enjoy more since you don’t have the issue I do with citrus. Good luck and let me know what you discover too!

By: Paola

Paola — Sat, 29 Jan 2011 13:51:01 +0000

Wow!!! Difficult to admit that I have been causing my own severe eczema on my hands because I chose to ignore the results that came out in an allergy test 7 years ago. I have gone through ALOT of grief and embarrassment during the years because of it. I was told at the time that I was allergic to my lancome creams. I had been using their products for over 10 years so thought – sure it could cause a little irritation but it can’t be the main culprit!!!! I swore by my creams!! Instead, I blamed it on stress. Though it’s only been less than two weeks since I stopped using my creams….. after finally getting totally fed up and convincing myself I should test whether or not the allergy test was right…..my eczema has cured and not yet returned!! Coincidence…. I fear not… This has never happened before. Now the question is, what similar products can I try on the market! I miss my oily, scented creams that kept me “lifted” and with good complexion…. Any suggestions? Thanks….

By: K~

K~ — Fri, 07 Jan 2011 21:41:24 +0000

Unfortunately, YES I am allergic to citrus….aaaauuuggghh! Just about every product on earth has citrus in it and going to restaurants have not been fun either. Due to my allergic reactions it has made me pay attention and do more investigative work on all products from top to bottom. I tell friends and family they don’t know how lucky they are and should appreciate everything they are able to consume and utilize; as there are some in the world (hint: me, being one of them) who have to be more creative and selective in what they utilize throughout life!

By: Sandy

Sandy — Wed, 21 Jul 2010 16:21:09 +0000

I have had skin reactions to AHA products and Sun Screen. I have to be very careful not to buy any moisturizers or face products with sunscreen. More and more face products, moisturizers and foundations contain sunscreen as an added benefit but it’s not good for everyone!