Allergen
Exercise Mat
Yoga mats, pilates mats, fitness mats, and rubber mats in gyms are important to keep you safe when working out. But ... Read More
Not An Allergen
Puppy
Dogs experience contact dermatitis. And some people are allergic to dogs, usually from their dander...but not even t... Read More
Not An Allergen...But A Strong Irritant
Disinfecting Bleach
The main component of many disinfecting bleaches is sodium hypochlorite, which... Read More
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
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
Allergen...but not always
Hand Sanitizer
"Hand sanitizer" does not appear in published lists of top contact allergens. However, most conta... Read More
Allergen (or, several are)
In what is a particularly cruel irony, many of the steroids used to calm extreme itching and inflammation may cau... Read More