Allergen. Grass Grass might not appear as “grass” in patch test trays, but it is a common cause of contact irritations and allergies, often because of common insecticide ingredients used
Not An Allergen. Yogurt Natural, unflavored yogurt — without fruit, sweeteners, flavors, or other additives — is not on published lists of common allergens. It is a protein, however, so if
Allergen. Leather Leather in and of itself is not on published allergen lists, but so many of the chemicals that go into its processing are, including preservatives (leather is, after
Not An Allergen. Corn Corn is not a common allergen, at least not for the skin. It is so uncommon, in fact, that it is not even a standard inclusion
Not An Allergen. Monolaurin Coconut-derived monolaurin is not on published lists of common allergens. Monolaurin is found in breastmilk (it helps protects infants from infection) and has several benefits for skin.
Not An Allergen. Salt Salt is not on published lists of common allergens. But be wary of salt that has been bleached or processed, or that has additives that may
Not An Allergen. Citric Acid Citric acid is commonly used in cosmetics to acidify a product to be closer to the skin’s normal, slightly acidic pH of 4.5-6. Citric acid is so popular
Allergen. Chrysanthemum parthenium (Feverfew): While a favorite ingredient of natural skincare buffs because of its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant benefits, feverfew (Chrysanthemum parthenium) is on published lists of common allergens as part of
Not An Allergen. Gluten Food and skin allergies don’t always correlate (different cells are involved) and gluten is not a common skin allergen. While not on published lists of common skin
