Allergic contact dermatitis to cosmetics

Katherine A Biebl; Erin M Warshaw

doi:10.1016/j.det.2006.01.006

Allergic contact dermatitis to cosmetics

Dermatol Clin. 2006 Apr;24(2):215-32, vii. doi: 10.1016/j.det.2006.01.006.

Authors

Katherine A Biebl¹, Erin M Warshaw

Affiliation

¹ Department of Dermatology, University of Minnesota School of Medicine, Veterans Affairs Medical Center, Department 111 K VAMC, 1 Veterans Drive, Minneapolis, MN 55417, USA.

PMID: 16677968
DOI: 10.1016/j.det.2006.01.006

Abstract

Cosmetics are used to enhance one's appearance and are used by women worldwide. This article reviews the epidemiology, clinical features, and management of cosmetic allergic contact dermatitis. Additionally, several important cosmetic-related allergens are discussed.

Publication types

Review

MeSH terms

Allergens / adverse effects*
Cosmetics / adverse effects*
Dermatitis, Allergic Contact / diagnosis*
Dermatitis, Allergic Contact / etiology
Dermatitis, Allergic Contact / pathology
Dermatitis, Allergic Contact / therapy*
Humans
Patch Tests

Substances

Allergens
Cosmetics