The most common skin allergies: Causes and Symptoms

The health of the skin, the largest organ of our body, can be impaired by allergies. What are the common and how to recognize them? Discover them.

Makeup products, fragrances, metals such as nickel or materials like latex are the main causes of allergies of the skin. But it is not the only ones. Itching, redness of the skin or the appearances of rashes are signs that should not be underestimated, as these can be a symptom of an allergy that should be treated. The prevention, as in any other chapter of the health, is essential. Hence the importance of learning to recognize the most common allergies and, in particular, its causers.

Latex

It is one of the allergies that more has increased due to the fact that it is a material that each is more used in the manufacture of all kinds of products, from gloves, clothing, balls and, of course, condoms. Redness and hives are the first symptoms of latex allergy, as well as vomiting.

Hair dyes

Some people may be allergic to the so-called paraphenylenediamine (PPD), a chemical that is used primarily in the development of hair dyes. The most common symptoms of this annoying allergy are itching, pain, and swelling of the scalp.

Cosmetic products

Not only its content in fragrances, can be the cause of the allergy to cosmetics, also added preservatives that can cause irritation, redness and appearance of skin rash. In this case, we must stop using them. Always checks that are of high quality and are not expired.

Perfumes

And not only the fragrances themselves but all hygiene and beauty products including perfumes and fragrances (wipes, shampoos, body lotions, soaps…) can cause contact dermatitis. In this case, choose products made from natural oils.

Stretch fabrics

Some fabrics can also cause allergy, particularly fabrics containing formaldehyde resin derivatives, which are used to prepare the elastic garments. The redness of the skin, swelling or appearance of hives are the most common symptoms.

Nickel

The nickel is present in items of jewelry, for example, watches, earrings, but may also be present in other such as belts, buttons or zippers. Not always appear at first contact, but over time it can cause allergic skin reactions to contact with nickel.

Medicine

Some medicines for the skin, such as antibiotic creams, may include in its composition so-called neomycin, which may be causing allergies. The most common symptoms are irritation and appearance of hives in the area where we have applied the cream. It is advisable to consult a doctor.