Allergic Reaction from Skin Care Products?
asked 3 years ago by Neek in columbia,sc
Latest answer by Arnold R. Oppenheim, MD
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Tags: allergy, skin care
I have been using a new facial cleanser and moisturizer for 5 days. After the 3rd day, I noticed what looked like pimples. Now on day 5, I have them all over. Should I continue using it? I called the store where I bought it, and was told that it takes time for your skin to get used to a product, but I don't know how long I can go on looking like this. When would I know if I have an allergic reaction to a skin care product?
1 answer to Allergic Reaction from Skin Care Products?
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You're Having An Allergic Reaction
Hopefully, the store owner is not a defrocked dermatologist. Most any dermatologist would recognize these symptoms as being an allergic reaction.
It would hard to determine which product is the culprit, the cleanser or the moisturizer, so it would be prudent so stop both. You might try an OTC cortisone ointment. If this does not resolve the problem, I would seek the help of your physician or dermatologist.
You may need patch testing to determine the etiology of the problem....
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Arnold R. Oppenheim, MD
Virginia Beach Dermatologist
Virginia Beach Dermatologist