STAINLESS STEEL WATER BOTTLE: Allergen or Not An Allergen?
Not An Allergen … maybe Stainless Steel Water Bottle Nickel has been the number one contact allergen for years, was the 2008 Allergen of the Year of the American Contact Dermatitis Society, and is everywhere. When we say that a stainless steel water bottle is probably not a contact allergen, we assume that it is a pretty plain, […]
PHENOXYETHANOL: Allergen or Not An Allergen?
Allergen Phenoxyethanol A popular preservative and stabilizer found in lots of products — from lots of hair styling products to various cosmetics, insect repellent, medicines, ultrasound gels, sunscreens, perfume, antiseptics, pet care and more — phenoxyethanol is on published lists of top contact allergens. If you’ve patch tested positive to phenoxyethanol, look out for it […]
PLANTS: Allergen or Not An Allergen?
Allergen Plants Plants are wonderful, necessary, life-giving, happiness, and all good things. They are food and medicine and oxygen … and many, many, many of them are top contact allergens. We’re not even talking about typical no-no’s like poison ivy or poisonous plants. Skin reactions to plants are so common that there’s a general term […]
COVID-19 VACCINES: Allergen or Not An Allergen?
Not An Allergen Covid-19 Vaccines As of the time of this writing and the information available, none of the Covid-19 vaccines are known contact allergens or contain multiple contact allergens in their ingredients. Even if they were, the chances of a skin reaction would be unlikely as the vaccines are injected, not applied topically on […]
“I’m Allergic To My Partner … & Maybe My Kids!”: Skin Issues From Close Contact
“Connubial or Consort Contact Dermatitis” is thing! While some skin lesions can be associated with sexual activity (infection, friction, etc.) — which is why it’s so important not to self diagnose! — other types of close contact can cause skin problems. “Connubial or consort allergic contact dermatitis occurs when the agent causing the dermatitis has […]
Skin & Food Allergies Are Not The Same Thing
If You Can’t Eat It, You Can Probably Still Use It In A Cream. “I’m allergic to almonds…can I use a cream with an ingredient extracted from almonds?” “I can’t eat coconuts…that means I can’t use coconut oil, right?” If you have prick tested positive to something, it is more likely than not that you […]
What Is The Validated Hypoallergenic Rating System (VH-Rating System)?
How can you tell if a product is really hypoallergenic? VMV’s unique VH-Rating System shows you!
What Skincare Is Safe To Use While Pregnant & Nursing?
Q: I’m pregnant or am nursing. Can I still use my favorite VMV Hypoallergenics®products? A: There are no conclusive studies that show that typical cosmetics can affect fetal or infant development. But it is understandable to be extra cautious. Every person (and baby!) is an individual so make sure to check with your obstetrician and pediatrician before following any […]
Put Virgin Coconut Oil In Your Coffee!
It’s a faster, simpler way to “bullet coffee” that gives you the same energy boost with more benefits for your skin, body, heart, and brain! Eat less: Virgin coconut oil is high in calories but they’re healthy calories. It has excellent satiety, so that it may help you consume less throughout the day by making you feel full, […]