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Not An Allergen
Chia Seeds
Eaten raw or added to salads, smoothies, yogurt, or meals, chia seeds are a healthy addition to your diet becau... Read More
Tags archives: contact-dermatitis
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Not An Allergen
Melatonin
While still relatively new to skincare (and an ingredient's allergenicity is related to how common it is), so fa... Read More
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Allergen...but not always
Hand Sanitizer
"Hand sanitizer" does not appear in published lists of top contact allergens. However, most conta... Read More
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Not An Allergen
Vitamin C
Ascorbic acid (what exists in nature; sodium ascorbate and calcium ascorbate are more stable synthetic salts) do... Read More
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Not An Allergen.
This is a little tricky but let's break it down: the most common alcohol (isopropyl, ethyl) used for disinfection is... Read More
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A reaction is a reaction...isn't it?
Yes, in that a skin reaction usually looks and feels "off." No, in that a skin reaction can be irritan... Read More
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You spend time choosing your food and clothing, why not your skincare?
Like working out, it helps to know what your goals are, what you lik... Read More
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Marcie Mom from EczemaBlues.com interviews Laura, CEO of VMV Hypoallergenics, to find out more about product claims... Read More
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40 fundamental (and hypoallergenic!) tips for skin, mind, and body health & happiness! Read More
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Gorgeous as these flowers are, it’s important to remember that if you have very sensitive skin, even the most natural extracts and oils of f... Read More