IMPLEMENTATION AND RESULTS OF SURVEY HELD IN THE AWARENESS OF PUBLIC ON ALLERGIC CONTACT DERMATITIS

Abstract

Allergic Contact Dermatitis due to cosmetic products is a common dermatologic complaint that considerably affects the quality of life. Most cases are caused by skin hygiene and moisturizing products followed by cosmetic hair and nail products. Fragrances are the most cause of allergy to cosmetics, followed by hair dyes and preservative [1]. Patch Testing remains the gold standard for identification of causative allergens [5]. Careful determination of allergen avoidance can result in dramatic clinical improvement.