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FAQs
What ingredients can cause irritation?
- Added fragrance. When searching for the right beauty products, it may be best to look for products that are fragrance-free.
- Preservatives. Preservatives that have been found to be associated with allergic reactions include methylisothiazolinone (MIT), methylchloroisothiazolinone (CMIT), and formaldehyde.
- Dyes. Added dyes, such as paraphenylenediamine (PPD). PPD is most commonly found in hair dyes, coloring shampoos, and color cosmetics.
- Essential oils. You might want to avoid using thyme, clove, oregano, and cinnamon bark (among others!) directly on your skin as irritation may occur. If using citrus oil on your skin, avoid sunlight following its application as sun sensitivity may occur.
What else could be causing skin irritation?
- Skin conditions. If you have persistent irritation, you may have a skin condition like eczema, psoriasis, or rosacea.
- Sunburn. Apply your favorite broad-spectrum sunscreen with an SPF 30 or higher daily to help keep away red, itchy skin.
- Dry skin. Try adding a super hydrating moisturizer to your routine with ingredients like ceramides to soothe flaking and irritation.
- Fabric. Watch your wardrobe and make sure your skin feels as good as you look.
- Medication. Some medications can cause your skin to be itchy and irritated.
- Plants. Your skin could be irritated due to contact with a plant that causes itching and irritation, like poison ivy.
- Hair removal. A dull razor or skipping steps in your hair removal or beard care routine might be the cause of your skin’s irritation.