MCI/MI (Methylchloroisothiazolinone / Methylisothiazolinone): Allergen or Not An Allergen?
Allergen. MCI/MI (Methylchloroisothiazolinone/methylisothiazolinone) While the full name is a mouthful, you might have heard of MCI/MI. Several posts about the ingredient’s presence in baby wipes went viral due to the severity of the skin reactions it caused in babies. MCI/MI (commonly used as a combination) are preservatives that are published allergens, and the American Contact Dermatitis Society chose Methylisothiazolinone as […]
WOOD: Allergen or Not An Allergen?
Not An Allergen (but be wary) Wood While “wood” is not listed in published allergen lists, you might be surprised to learn how often it can be the cause of skin irritations and allergies. Some of the most common culprits are: Paints, finishes, shellac, varnishes; Insecticides sprayed on or near the trees before they are cut […]
CHLORINE: Allergen or Not An Allergen?
Not an Allergen (sort of). Chlorine This is a little complicated. This common disinfectant is a strong irritant that is known to cause several skin problems, from rashes to acne, and is present in ingredients that are published allergens, such as chlorinated hydrocarbons like triclosan … but “chlorine” itself is not published in common allergen lists. Chlorine is also […]
Fine Finish Pore Minimizing Toner – Preview Philippines
“5 Skincare Picks That Will Leave You Moisturized and Matte” includes our VMV Hypoallergenics Fine Finish Pore Minimizing Toner ✨?Thank you for the #skinthusiasm, PreviewPH ??#SavingTheWorldsSkin
Re-Everything Eye Serum – BeautyMNL
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Lip Gloss – BeautyMNL
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Red Better Flare-up Balm – The Trend Spotter
Skin on red alert ?no more! This #SavedMySkin ? VMV Hypoallergenics Red-Better Flare-Up Balm is in “18 Best Beauty Products To Use For Sensitive Skin” Thank you The Trend Spotter ? #skinthusiasm #SavingTheWorldsSkin
DEET (the anti-mosquito chemical): Allergen or Not An Allergen?
Not An Allergen. DEET N, N-diethyl-3-methylbenzamide (DEET) has a lot of things going for it — among other things, it is not a common skin allergen. That this is the case, with such rare reports (under a dozen) of adverse skin reactions in multiple decades of use in by hundreds of millions of people, is impressive and […]
CITRONELLA: Allergen or Not An Allergen?
Allergen. Citronella Fragrance was the American Contact Dermatitis Society (ACDS)’s Contact Allergen of the Year for 2007, and fragrance mix (which contains geraniol, which is in citronella oil) is a standard addition in patch test trays because it is such a common contact allergen. Often used as an a natural mosquito repellent option, citronella itself (a cousin of […]