You have no idea how informative this is. You can barely find anything scientific about skincare nowadays on youtube and facebook (social media in general).
I understand the feeling! There are some sensitive skin products that sting my skin. Not all, but it's enough to irritate me (emotionally lol). Try to use brands that keep their ingredients to a minimum. Theraplex and Vanicream come to mind.
2 years ago I suffered from my first contact dermatitis experience, so severe my eyes swelled shut. I was able to concluded that I developed an allergy from sleeping on an air mattress for several months. However, just recently my eyelids have become itchy, red, and swollen (not as severe as first experience) and I have no idea what it causing the dermatitis to resurface! Hopefully a patch test will provide answers... Sending strength to everyone who is experiencing contact dermatitis or searching for their cause!
I had that same reaction, and to what I'm not sure yet, but I've always been sensitive to nickel. now it seems my skin and my eyes are even more sensitive to a number of things! getting testing done soon, as I'm really getting to be uncomfortable a lot of the time.
@HOPE FULL I have very sensitive skin due to eczema so I use ALL FRAGRANCE FREE products,thats what your son needs...Talk to the eye doctor or dermatologist about the contact lenses...
I think this just saved my life. I have a very bad allergic reaction on my face for 4 days now and I purchased an essential oils diffuser last week which I was using everyday...
This is an old post but did your skin heal ? Is it red and irritated skin that you had to deal with ? Cause that’s what I have. It’s 5 weeks now and still hasn’t healed I’m so depressed about this 😔
Don’t lose hope! Keep trying things, but also give it time to recover and calm down. switch all skin care to minimal and super super sensitive. I heard of people doing zero therapy - ie only washing their face with water and that really helping them.
Yeah more like hives and it gets ichy and red. i think for me it is the spf 15 by cerave, but not cleanser or moisturizing cream. I use all my skincare products from cerave just a new user and i felt something is wrong.
A bit, yes, but more so from from the cleanser. Switched to Vanicream and Neutrogena ultra gentle hydrating cleanser and no problems. Cerave products are excellent for many ppl but they're not for me.
Yup, for me it was the Phenoxyethanol. Which is a super useful preservative for most people, but a dangerous eye swelling, hive inducing ingredient for me 🤷
I’ve been using Cerave moisturizing lotion for almost a year. Had a sudden reaction to it this evening. Five minutes after applying it developed a burning rash, with raised blisters. Quite alarming.
who else triggered their dermatitis due to centella asiatica? :( so rare I know! products I used with centella at different times: - Rovectin Cica Care Balm - Cosrx Centella Alcohol-Free Toner - Skin&Lab Medicica Calming Cream it broke me out after weeks of my careful skincare :( plus my eyes got dry and irritated
Seriously, you will never know how much I appreciate your videos. My skin thanks you! Btw, I started wearing sunscreen because of you and I'm pushing it on my husband too. :)
I washed dishes for years as my first job. They didn't provide me gloves. Now I get rashes from contact with basically every brand of dish washing liquid.
I love the fact that whatever skin concern I’m going through I can rest assured there is a doctor Dray video to explain to me thoroughly. She is definitely a wealth of information. ❤️
I know you are a dermatologist and not a functional medicine doctor or naturopath, but can you do a series on different supplements and foods for all of the various skin conditions? I'm dealing with hirsutism, folliculitis, seborrheic dermatitis, contact dermatitis, acne, scarring, etc for many years and ..well..I need multiple layers of help lol! I hope you consider this!
the fact that the product that caused my skin to have a terrible allergy was prescribed by a dermatologist, who refused to do a patch test when I requested... according to her, the cream was "so neutral" that I didn't need to test it out. you can imagine how enraged I am right now.
Very helpful, I was excited to see this one today. I think I've had both, allergic and irritant. My worst reaction was a few months ago, when I broke out in itchy hives from a natural supplement derived from coconut. Serves me right for listening to the internet! I was prescribed prednisone for that. I had used shampoos and conditioners with fragrance for years, then broke out in red bumps around my eyes. They disappeared immediately when I stopped using the shampoo, etc. Interesting about the preservative in baby wipes, makes me wonder if that's why my daughter cried when I changed her diaper, I just thought she hated lying still. Years later I tried a fragrance free baby wipe, and ouch! One of these days I'd like to get a patch test, but can't afford it at the moment. Thanks again for all the great info!
Wow! Thanks for sharing that story here Ms Sherry and sorry you had to go through that. I always try to point out to ya'll stuff that has and does not have fragrance and other common offenders so people with allergies don't go using something that works well for me. Hope you are having a great night !
Y’all, I made the mistake of jumping onto the Skincare craze. I went out and bought the Cetaphil Gentle Cleanser, Neutrogena Alcohol Cleanser, Bio Oil Serum, and the CeraVe moisturizer. My skin just got worse and I went to my doctor and he said they gave me an allergic reaction. I was using them for a month when I noticed my skincare just didn’t get any clearer. So I stopped using them but my skin was still reacting I guess so I just got prescribed for Triamcinolone Acetonide Cream. My doc said it should clear up within 3 days but he said it was good I stopped before I went any more time using the products.
@@henrysmith180 it helped reduce the amount of redness I had but it was just to help with the allergic reaction. My skin is still healing bc I have a bunch of new pimples but I’m going to go to a dermatologist for that. But i def think the medical cream prescribed worked! My skin doesn’t feel dry anymore, nor does an irritating feeling linger if I touch my face !
@nur e jannat ayesha to this day, my skin still has some scarring from all the breakouts I had. I went to an actual dermatologist after all this & he prescribed me some Tretinoin cream 0.05%. It’s a strong retinoid antibiotic that’s helped clear my face up significantly. I have to use it every other day to keep my face clear but it’s certainly worth it.
I usually get tiny bumps (that are sometimes itchy, but not red or swollen) whenever I try a new makeup product. Sometimes the reaction is worse than other times. Certain skincare or makeup products don't cause a reaction at all while others cause such a terrible flare up that I swear to never use that product again, then there are certain products that my skin gets used to and I can use with little to no reaction.
Good video. I used a Loreal Revitalift Moisturizer and it resulted in contact dermititis. It contained that long named preservative you mentioned in this video. I've been dealing with it for almost 4 weeks now. It goes away and then comes back again especially if I go in the sun. I went hiking and it was a bit hot and the dermititis returned. I got it in my face and my hands. The symptoms are less intense, but it's still a problem 4 weeks later! I will never buy that cream again!😩
You are amazing Dr. Dray! Thank you so much for being so generous with your knowledge! I love every single one of your videos. I watch them all the way through because I don't want to miss any good information. Thanks again!
Hi Dr. Dray, Can you recommend a laundry detergent that is good for sensitive skin? I am currently suffering from a laundry detergent allergy. Thank you so much!
I’ve developed skin allergies recently and have found the All brand Free and Clear version works well. The fragrance and dye free detergents are usually in white bottles so look for the white bottles in the laundry detergent section.
I’ve just come across your channel. I know you’re an avid believer in implementing some sort of sunscreen in your skincare routine but I’ve found that I get a case of severe contact dermatitis every time I used it regardless if it was mineral or chemical. Do you have any advice or suggestions for me?! I’m young but I’m noticing sun spots on my lips as well as a result of not being able to use sunscreen. I would greatly appreciate your help 🙏🏾
@@Peachiie_Keen I’ve actually tried the vanicream spf & I love it. The white cast isn’t the worst I’ve encountered & tends to dissipate after a couple minutes.
@@SaraFetene vanicream anything is a go to for me in Skincare cause it never gives me a reaction. I wish they would branch out more and make an eye cream, toner, and serum of some sort! It sucks to test a product for 3 days only to wake up on the 3rd day with a rash on my face!
Dr Dre, Thank you for sharing this information! I have recently discovered ( thru allergy testing )that I have allergy contact dermatitis and am allergic to the ingredient DMAPA as you know is in many products. I think it is from wearing acrylic nails for many years and shellac nail hardener. I had terrible rashes around my eyes. I think this is a very useful video as I think people don't realize rash issues can be caused by something they used for many years as you said. Thank you again for all your wonderful videos. Blessings!
That is a tough one for sure as it is related to cocamidopropyl betaine and therefore in like everthing under the sun. Allergen avoidance is key, but is such a challenge!
I went to a dermatologist today at Kaiser but they did absolutely nothing. I told her I have a very itchy skin on my face and have very small bumps all over on my forehead. Have a history of having no acne or irritation, so wanted to see if my skin has changed and get tested for things I could be allergic to but all the Derm keep saying is that if she doesn't see a rash on my face, I'm fine. Wtf does a rash got to do with really itchy face and these little bumps on my forehead that look like acne! Love your videos and are way more helpful then going to dermatologist.
Visible rashes have a way of going away when you finally get an appointment. ...very frustrating. It makes it hard to impossible for us to diagnose or treat when that happens.
Excellent video as always , I used to run and every time I got so itchy that I couldn't take anymore , I went to my dermatologist and she said I'm allergic to my own sweat , I couldn't believe it, so I don't run anymore , but I do work out and get in the shower right away like you mentioned it. Have a great weekend Dr Dray
Sorry that put a damper on your running, but sounds like you have a good post-gym strategy. Thanks for sharing! Totoro and I say cheers to the weekend ;)
Great topic and review! I'm sensitive to MCI/MIT and I struggle to find stuff that is free of these preservatives. It takes me so long to find new products in the shampoo and body wash aisle. I actually use a baby body wash. I'm careful to check the ingredient list of wash off products (where MCI is often used) but I've found it in things I didn't think would have it like sunscreens, sheet masks and hand creams. Ugh. I'm definitely going to look at Vanicreme when I need to replace some of my products. Thanks for all this great info and have a wonderful weekend!
I was diagnosed with Dermatitis when I was seven years old....I'm now 51. I can remember having to go to school with my fingers bandaged because they were raw from scratching. Now, my hands are just so dry that I get painful cracks. I can't touch any raw fruit or veggies without suffering. I can't touch meat....or get this....chocolate lol. It is just absolutely horrible to suffer with. Also, certain soaps will cause a flair up. I wash my hands a lot during the day because I have my grandbaby around. It just kills me. Sometimes, I can wash my hands with baking soda and it will relieve it a little. I only have it on my hands thank God.
I have really bad dermatitis on my hands and I know this product has fragrance but it's done wonders for my hands. I bought the gold bond foot cream for my feet and since using it my hands heals. Just yesterday I felt my hands flaring, and I had done a foot peal so I hadn't been using my foot moisturiser. So I put it on my hands and this morning my hands are all good again. My hands get so bad. Tomatoes are horror to me to cut. when my hands get bad the skin splits and I end up with deep paper cut like injuries all over them. It's so horrible. Gold bond also has a hand cream that is advertised for dermatitis and I'm really interested to see the ingredients. I wonder if it's like the foot cream but without the fragrance. It's hard for me to get hold of because I live in the middle East now but maybe you should look into that Previously I used to moisturize with a very basic glycerine based fragrance free moisturiser but it didn't do what this foot cream has done. Now I'm trying to find a solution for my eyes, because I have bad dermatitis there too. But I'm so relieved I found something for my hands. I literally didn't have finger prints before. I really hope this helps you because I know the horror. Xx
I love how Dr . Dray enunciated certain aspects of her videos,like masking, and fragrance free..I'm so super grateful for you and how you put this information into perspective so it not only makes sense but can help us take our concerns to our GP's or Dermatologist for further testing and treatment. Thanks so much #introvertlife
Binging your old videos, Dr. Dray, to help me through these "online only" doctor times. My derm is trying to help but it's hard on a video call! You're a lifesaver.
I have gone through so much with my skin the past 3 years with using essential oils and ruining my barrier, then trying skincare to cure without realizing what was going on so I’d over wash, over scrub and used way too many products which led to me breaking my skin down so much that I did finally get contact dermatitis that required antibiotics. I stopped using everything for 6 months but then my skin started getting irritated from dryness or the sun idk...my skin wash looking awesome until that 6th month of not doing anything so I added back in a moisturizer, Purito Unscented Centella. It worked so well. Then I’d have days where my skin would act sensitive with it, but if I didn’t moisturize my skin it would then get itchy so I tried using it only at night. But then mid day my skin would get dry and itchy. I recently added in the Purito Night Cream unscented and it’s been really nice but sometimes it feels like the moisturizer helps, other times my skin feels sensitive, nut without I feel dry and sensitive....I’m just so lost. I don’t want to be added products that irritate, but I don’t want to leave my skin feeling dry and itchy feeling irritated. I don’t wear makeup and if I wash my face it gets irritated so I only use water and a soft cloth.
Dr. Dray would you do a follow up video where you help us know when a dermatitis is a minor cosmetic annoyance & when it becomes a situation where the person really does need to go to a Dermatologist? When a person can't afford medical care unless it's serious; it's good to know where the line is.
Dr. Dray, this video was SO helpful in figuring out why my CeraVe Foaming Face Wash was giving me eyelid contact dermatitis. It has a really similar ingredient to cocamidopropyl betaine, (it's called Cocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine) and it is also formulated using DMAPA which is what I think was causing my swollen eyes the morning after using it. I was so confused too, because I started having issues shortly after switching to 3 new products, so I assumed the new ones were the problem. NOPE. It was the CeraVe wash that I had been using for at least a month beforehand.
Late reply, but I just found out I have DMAPA and C betaine allergy too! My Kirks sensitive body wash was mostly Cocamidopropyl and I was covering myself in it every day!
Moe Begum Hi, there are plenty of different micellar waters. They are not all the same like sunscreens cleansers etc... I have been using the original by Bioderma for years as I am French. I don't know which one you used but I always use ones with no perfume and I don't leave it on my skin I always rinse it off like any cleanser although some brands say that you can leave it on the skin. French people always rinse it off as we're used to use it for so long. Once I tried the argan oil waterproof micellar water by Garnier which targets sensitive skin BUT realized too late that it's so perfumy and my skin turned crazy in a few min... But hey I guess all products are not for everyone :-)
Dr Dray Hi Dr Dray you don't have to leave it on your skin. I have been using it for years and I always rinse it off. Actually all French people I know rinse it off as well like any cleanser. And as it is super easy to rinse off you can save some water!
Hey Dianna. Funny you mention Bioderm and Garner as those are the two brands I used. I used Bioderm (with pink lid) since its all the rage and it made my skin so sore. then I used Garnier and it felt like some threw acid on my face. I had bumpy skin which turned into dry patches and whatever not. Same with make up wipes. And I do wash all of that off with my ever so trusty, long time friend CeraVe face wash.May be my skin couldn't handle it but in the end everyones skin is different. Im glad it works well for you. My skin is very finicky especially after using accutane 2 years back.
Moe Begum Oh too bad it does not work for you my skin is hyper sensitive to so many things: alcohol,perfume,ess oils,rose water,witch hazel... I evem break out if there is too much glycerin in a product. I have to be super carefull so I understand the struggle :-)
Lunch time with Dr.Dray! You never disappoint. All this information was so useful. Makes me wish I had become a dermatologist. Perhaps I will teach a kid that will become one. 👍Laura
Recently it seems like any time I try to introduce a new product in my skincare routine, I end up with itchy red papules(?). I have sensitive skin and mild rosacea, but these bumps/papules are not the type or same placement as my usual rosacea pattern, which leads me to believe it's some type of allergy or irritation. Unfortunately I haven't narrowed it down. Determining which products disagree with your skin can be challenging enough, but specific ingredients are even more difficult.
It's a lot like hair dye you could use it for years then end up having a reaction to it and tea tree oil needs diluting before being put on the skin because it's that strong it'll burn and irritate and should never be used all over the face only as a spot on treatment with a q tip
Thank Dr Dray! I believe I started having some reaction to shampoos. Have you done any videos on shampoos? I wonder what ingredients I should be avoiding when buying shampoos. I finally got one from Burts Bees that doesn't make my scalp itchy. Thank you for your great insights! I always look forward to your Friday Q&As. Have a blessed weekend! 😘
I enjoyed your video, but I’m puzzled some of your recommended products have hormonal disrupters, such Vanicream sunscreen. Not good to endorse bad chemicals, harsh alcohols and more, even if it is fragrance free. I know it is hard to get clean and green products, due to commercialization, profits etc; but with your field of interest, I was hoping you could suggest some simple, safe and expert skincare. Thank you and I hope you can bring in more new videos with more input.
I started using CeraVe a few days ago and my face feels weird and very dry. I don’t think it’s an allergic contact dermatitis but irritant contact dermatitis. Even when using the moisturizer as well. I’m wondering if I should keep using it. I don’t wanna buy another cleanser and moisturizer 😭
Yesterday my eyelids flared up badly which they often do and I figured it might be the essential oil diffuser that was causing it. I searched for "essential oil cause eczema" and I'm glad to have found this video confirming my very suspicions! At least, hopefully that's what was causing it.
Pretty please help me! when i scratch my skin it breaks into hives. This is a problem all over my body and it was noted after getting sick and taking a generic sudafed medication for 6 days. I have since stopped taking it and even now, over 4 days after, i am still experiencing hives anywhere i scratch. not to mention im always itchy!! It looks like orange peal. Thank you for all your videos. i watch you all the time.
I think you described exactly what I’m experiencing not. Irritant contact dermatitis? I’ve never heard of this before. But I have this sudden allergen like break out on my face w dry lips and white pustules all on my face. I have antibiotic lotion. But it’s still coming back during the day. What should i do!? Thank you so much for this video.
Hello, I have a question regarding sunscreen allergies. For the past two years, every sunscreen I have applied to my face has caused a bumpy, red, and blister-like reaction. It is ONLY under and around the corners of my nose though. It dries up and becomes flaky (I already have very dry skin.)I don’t wear any face makeup besides eye makeup. This is very upsetting because I want to protect my skin, but I keep getting the same rash. Any help would be much appreciated!
Thank you so much for the recommendations!!! My hands have been flaring up every time I use my Lubriderm lotion and Dove Body Wash and Aveeno body wash . And come to find out they all have fragrance.... I’m guessing this might be the culprit. I’m off to test out some fragrance free options. I’ve already been to several dermatologist and specialists and they can’t seem to figure out what’s wrong with me and have given me steroids but I’m determined to figure out my skin. So odd because they took a bunch of tests and never offered fragrance free options. I’m tired of having my skin cause so much pain and discomfort.
Side note.. I wasn’t allergic to these products in the past and so I keep thinking it’s something else but realizing I can develop an allergy to them is a new discovery.
My immediate family and I can not tolerate Dove anything, or Oil of Olay anything. Also a lot of the Avon perfumes and colognes. I always thought the extra oil worsened my "acne", but upon current reflection, it is likely something more like allergic dermatitis.
I’ve been having pretty bad allergic reactions around my eyes (super dry, red, swollen, itchy eyelids) for the last couple of months and am having the hardest time figuring out what the cause is. I hope to find out soon, and have patch testing scheduled but not until next month. Nothing seems to help, only make it worse.
I recently developed irritant dermatitis from products I never thought would be irritating to me (QV ceramide moisturizer). I've also been using a Cerave cleanser for about 3 months now and everything was great, but in the past couple days, my skin gets irritated... i just don't understand, cause I've NEVER had problems with any skincare products... thank you for these tips, I hope it helps me ❤
I’ve had a beeswax allergy for six years and when it flares up, my lips can turn green, crack, and even start bleeding. I tested if I still had my allergy a few days ago and it flared up. I have been putting coconut oil on my lips.
Very informative! I ordered a polyester black shirt form Amazon. When it arrived, I tried it on to verify fit. No problems afterward. The second time(two days later), I wore the shirt for a couple of hours... Woke up the next morning looking like a leopard 🐆. Terrible rash! 4days later I’m still trying to get rid of this spreading rash. Pure MISERY! I will wash ALL new clothing(probably twice) before wearing from now on. Lesson well learned.
Thanks for the info! I've simplified my makeup and skincare routine after discovering your channel. You are now my go-to channel for all things skincare.
Can you talk more about the treatment for contact dermatitis? A dermatologist told me that I had contact dermatitis and she prescribed me creams for it, Eucrisa and Elidel cream. The problem is that as soon as I stated using Eucrisa, my skin started to feel more irritated and discoloration patches started appearing on different parts of my skin. I was concerned that maybe it would make my skin condition worse, so I didn't use it much. Then the dermatologist prescribed me Elidel, since I told her that I hadn't been using Eucrisa because it seemed like it was making my skin worse. Elidel pretty much had the same side effects and it made my skin feel extremely hot internally (even though I had washed it off hours ago), which was very uncomfortable and I stopped using the product as a result. I can handle discomfort if a medicine will help me but what frustrated me was the thought that maybe these creams could cause damage to my skin and make my condition worse. Do you recommend using creams like these to treat contact dermatitis? Do they work or are they harmful? How do I know if I'm experiencing normal side effects or if I'm having an allergic reaction to the cream?
I had a pretty bad contact dermatitis rash happen recently so I went out and bought vanicream because I had no idea what caused the initial reaction in the first place and I wanted to make sure everything I was using super non irritating. Turns out I'm allergic to something in vanicream as well and I broke out in tiny itchy bumps on my face and hands, but it took me a day to realize because my skin was already itchy from the first reaction. Do you have any idea which ingredients might have caused it? I'm also going to a dermatologist to get it checked out so I'm also open to suggestions about what I should ask about there as well
Hello Dr Dray, thank you for sharing this video. Recently I developed an allergic reaction to makup with swelling around my eyes, and not feeling well like dizzyness, it was a delayed type reaction, after 4 days. This scared me so much. I think it started with using colored brown hairspray with the ingredients: iron oxides, dimethicone, buthane. Its a spray to cover up grey hairs. Unfortunely i am also allergic to hairdye, any hairdye basicly i get swelling of my eyes, even dyes without any PPD. But now I also developed an allergy for my makup. I think it could be the dimethicone, or the iron oxides cause after using the spray for a year I started getting headaches. So I sensitized for something in this spray that is also in my makup. Its weird but i think its my eyeliner cause it has also dimethicone in it. The rest of the makup I use is bio and does not contain dimethicone but I am afraid of putting anything on my face now. I have not been doing patch testing yet, so i don't use any makup anymore. I am also afraid to use any creams on my face. Now I started using vaseline for my dry sensitive face skin and its works very well! :-) I hope vaseline itself is not an allergen so i can continue to use it.
We see a lot of contact dermatitis in the cosmetology/hair stylist industry. My teacher in cosmetology school developed an allergy to a certain brand of hair color from not wearing gloves while coloring people's hair in the salon. When perms were really big, stylists were getting irritated from that too, and of course bleach for bleaching hair is also our enemy lol. Wearing gloves And being careful is really important for stuff like that.
I think I had an allergic contact dermatitis reaction not long ago. I'd been using a cleanser/makeup remover bc I can't use makeup wipes and my entire face, and behind my ears broke out in hives and I got a fever. I had to be put on steroids for it to go away. I was so upset 😥😥 bc I already have extremely sensitive skin and now I can't use the one make-up remover I found 😥😥😥😥 what does anyone recommend as a makeup remover for someone with incredibly dry, psoriasis prone, photosensitive skin? Ah! Also "natural" products tend to really give me rashes. Especially Sukin. They give me flat red rashes however, this was a large breakout of small hives
"Natural" definitely can be most problematic. I would definitely skip makeup removers tbh. I like the gentle oil based double cleanse approach to removing makeup (stay tuned for Monday's skin care routine video, where I will show how i do this, as I think it may be helpful to you)
The same thing has happened to me recently. Steroid tablets made it go away but now it’s come back 2 days later. Did you find out what products work best for you ?
Thank you for sharing your knowledge with us! For another Q&A, I was wondering what would be best to put on my knee surgery scar? Part of the scar is still dark after more than a year. I have tried Vitamin E and other oils but nothing has helped lighten it.
Hey, I basically had an allergic reaction to castor oil after applying it to my eyelids. Im hoping it doesnt turn to dry skin when it heals because ive never had dry skin on my eyelids :(
I have allergic contact dermatitis. I am allergic to chemical and natural preservatives in skincare products. Potassium Sorbate is one. This is the first one that I look out for but even a product don't contain this one, I still do patch test. More often than not, my skin reacts to the product/s. For a week, I have to bear the itch and rashes on my skin. Its always like that and I really find it hard to have a product that suits my skin. What I have right now is more of baby products: alcohol free, fragrance free and very gentle on the skin.
The same thing is currently happening to me and my daughter! The itching, hives and acne breakouts, all in the cheek area from that stuff! My top lip was even irritated and red. It also started to get hives...I'm never using that stuff again, it's horrible for our skin! I don't even want to go out in public!! Those mask are really coming in handy right now!
How is your skin doing? I've had the same thing happen to me after using benzoyl peroxide and I'm on week 3 of irritation and acne on my cheek area, what caused your symptoms?
@@janettew8570 My skin is better after I quit using it. I don't know what it is that's in there that irritates my skin, but I just can't use it. All symptoms gone though once I quit using it.
A great resource for the brave of heart when dabbling in using essential oils topically is 'From Nature with Love' it's an online store, however, each essential oil typically has a breakdown of shelf life and safe uses. I'd definitely suggest popping over to their website for anyone interested in utilizing essential oils as they also have household and skin care 'recipes' for creating your own products. Love the video Dr. Dray! 😍
Very informative! I've had issues with nickel from my wedding ring (I never knew white gold contained nickel) and allergic contact dermatitis on my legs from some ingredient used in cheap laundry detergent (like purex). Now I fully understand what's going on, so thank you! Sadly, my "real" doctor was of no help!
@AmandaF116 I had the SAME problem with my wedding band...it was 14K on top but the back side was white gold and I didn't discover that it contained nickel until a whole YEAR later. I would take off my ring to let my finger heal (many people told me I was just getting soap trapped under my ring and that was irritating it), and then once healed, I would put my ring back on and the cycle would start all over again. It was horrible. Finally, the jeweler suggested white gold could be the problem and we "upgraded" to a platinum ring and I never had any more problems.
Barb Bright Everyone said the same to me (even my Dr!) - I think I finally figured it out thanks to google! I had it re-dipped in rhodium plating & that also helped 👍
I have a big dilemma !!! I guess I am allergic to Niacinamide. Although I only get red when applying on the same routine with some other creams ( for ex the ordinary niacinamide and after La Roche posay toleriane - which is suppose to help with allergies! - I get super red on the cheeks and forehead... although I applied the niacinamide on my chin locally). The same reaction happened with cerave pm alone ( contains niacinamide). Still, I have another cream - source of nature- and when applied with that, the ordinary niacinamide didn't get me red. I am so confused because I have verified the ingredients and seems ok. Also, I get very red sometimes from the HA .. only from the ordinary one ( both the cream and the serum). This is all recent though, the first 2 months of using then were fine.. maybe I got sensitised.
Hi Dr Dray! I have a question. Does foundation clog our pores? If we wear makeup but we cleanse our face and remove our makeup completely before going to bed can it still cause breakouts and clogged pores? Thank you in advance! Loving your channel btw😉
Something we learned from the turkey hotline was that the skin is designed to stop everything it comes in contact with from entering the tissue. Your just seasoning the skin and the broth. Much like makeup. What we don't understand is how the exterior allergens can be so severe to cause anaphylaxis in some cases. How is that even possible? And we also noticed that whether synthetic or natural items can still have organic proteins that cause allergic reactions. At what temperatures are plant proteins no longer a threat? Nice video.
I never had sensitive skin before until I started using Neutrogena sunscreen. My skin looked like plastic & it was very red. When I consulted a dermatologist, he said it was due to something I was using. Then I realized what has caused me contact dermatitis. I don't know why Neutrogena's sunscreens are so popular 🙄 it has a lot of irritating ingredients that are very harmful for the skin 🤦🏻♀️
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What about tea tree oil on the hair? Can that cause red face or light rash on the body? Or skin therapy oil cocoa butter formula with vitamin E and Argan oil? Thank you
I am suffering hypersensitive skin at the moment. My skin extremely burns and sting when I wake up in the morning, wash my face with water only and when I put any skincare products which I have used for ages and never had any problems before. Even with micelle water and anti imperfection from La Roche Posay. Most sensitive are is around eye and eye brown, the driest area is around noise under the lower lip. My skin before was quite strong and never had any sensitive problems before even if I used acid or strong ingredients for the first time. My skin type was dry, and less or not irritated or exposed under the sun for couple hours. Could anyone recommend what I should do, what the routine I should follow and products to use to minimise the hypersensitivity?
Is a someone just start taking defferin her skin is normally oily . however her water intake over the past two weeks has been minimal her skin feels dry . 1-What advice would you offer to that person? 2-what facial would you offer her ? Why? 3-what treatment would you decide to offer her ?
Hi Dr. I have small itchy bumps all over my face. Do you think it’s allergic contact dermatitis? And do you recommend any products that wouldn’t irritate my skin. Love your videos! Thanks so much 🥰
Going through the same, trying to find answers but don't think she can answer this. She has tonnes of videos which I don't think she goes through all comments especially old ones.
Hello Dr. Dray, thank you so much for explaining more about contact dermatitis. My skin has become discolored as a result of the dermatitis (I think it's hypopigmentation). What is the best way(s) to get rid of the discoloration?
Thank you for this video! I recently relocated from the Central Valley to the coastal area. I broke out with contact dermatitis on my face and since then have not been able to figure out what the cause is. I stopped using all my face cleansers and my moisturizers I’ve been using for years the inflammation has gone down but the rash is still there bumpy and very dry. I think I need a patch test. I’m grateful you mentioned water because I wondered if it could be the change of water 🤷🏽♀️🤷🏽♀️ I’m on a quest to find out what it is. Thank you for giving me a start to find out what it is that’s causing this.
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Congratulations on reaching 18k subs!! Its varalakshmi vratham here in India and we smear a lot of turmeric on our feet and faces on this day. Most people don't react to it, but I get boils when I apply turmeric.. So I avoid it as much as I can. Also, our bindis and kumkums. God knows what's in their adhesive. But most of them cause allergies.. This has been a very timely and detailed video. Thank you doc!
Hello Dr.dray can ask you what soap I use it & cream or lotion, because I have pityriasis linchenoides chronica. To much long time ago since 2006. Thankyou for your answer.
Hello Dr Dray. For the last 1.5 weeks, the fingers of my right hand have been red, swollen (esp around the base of the nails) and itchy. Initially it was only my index, middle and ring finger but since last 3 days my thumb and pinky finger also became the same. Initially saw pharmacist, who gave me Calmaline and then Dermaid, neither worked. Then last week Tuesday, GP prescribed Advantan cream and Telfast because he felt it maybe more so because of an allergic reaction from my exercises in parks where I do chin ups on trees or push ups on grass rather than Chillblain. Telfast reduced my itchiness completely the first time I took it but following 3 times I took Telfast it reduced my itchiness once. Advantan did not work at all. Followed up with GP yesterday, he prescribed Cephalexin, took my blood for testing and also conducted swab tests for Covid Toes. Cephalexin has not helped. Now waiting for the results. Any advice could help. Thank you.
Thank you for all your informative videos! I am someone with dry sensitive skin but yet oily and your videos have saved me! I did make a mistake and tried the oil free acne wash by Neutrogena. I do get acne along with other issues and wanted to see if it would help me. I tried it for 2 days and the following morning woke up with my eyes swollen, face burning, and itchy rash. Now 3 days later my skin feels like it is burning, dry, peeling, acne that I never had before, and lots of tiny whiteheads. My eyes are finally getting better. This burning and dryness/peeling are driving me nuts. What are your recommendations for relief? Going to give it another day then I may go to the doctor. Thank you in advance!
Hello! I believe I am suffering with one of these problems around my eyes, it started happening in December and only happens after I wear make up, as after a few days of not wearing any it goes away. The only thing I can think that’s coursing it is possibly my concealer as it’s the only cosmetic that goes underneath my eyes and also on the lid. I think it could be because it’s not fragrance free, but I am not 100% sure. I also think if I have a patch test it won’t come up as it’s only my eye area that is the problem. What should I do? Thank you for this video! Xx
mjabbar28 It was my concealer, had been using it for ages and just randomly developed contact dermatitis from it, went make up free for a week or so, moisturised it a few times a day and threw away my concealer.
Great informative vlog !!! Thank you for taking the time to explain all of the details associated with contact/allergic dermatitis in a straightforward manner. Congrats on 18K plus subscribers -- started watching you at 9K !! Have a great weekend 😊
Dr Dray, I’ve been searching for answers for a while now. I had an allergic reaction to a product, about a year ago (I didn’t know then there was a name for it) My face hasn’t really recovered since then, and there’s this spot that still gets bumpy and irritated. It kind of comes and goes but it’s there most of the time. I was staring to think I might have developed rosacea or something 😞
I have the same problem! My skin has tiny itchy bumps for months now. I went to the dermatologist and they told me I have rosacea now. But it’s extremely itchy and I believe it’s contact dermatitis.
I came across this video and felt so heard. my skin was clear from acne and then after chicken pox my skin barrier was damaged. i tried products and since i opted so much i looked for cheap and hyped products and my skin has got so wost. it itches like crazy and too the point that i sratched my face eventually out of frustation and it became red. thanks for speaking on this, i will follow what you said and opt for sensitive skin and calming skincare routine.
Hi Dr! Loved this topic 'cause I develop allergies from fragrances, some type of metal as you mentioned in this video(nickel) and some weird ingredients some cosmetics contain. My dermatologist gave the same products you mention on your videos(cerave foam cleanser, retin a and Elta md sunscreen) 🙂 Thank you for this video and happy Friday!
@@DrDrayzday Mam then what is the most suitable moisturizer for this condition where small bumps that Filled with white puss "with no pain" but yet skin need hydration please suggest me a suitable moisturizer that should be fragrance free
Hello doc, what is a good calming cream and desonide cream for dermatitis? The doc here just gave me a repackaged one so I don't really know the brand, so it sucks. She gave me a 'calming cream (nf)' and a desonide cream.. It worked though but it comes back once in a while.. I really appreciate your help if you could recommend me a brand or some kind to purchase when I use it up. Thanks!☺️
Dr. Dray do you think an essential oil diffuser could also potentially cause irritation in the sinuses or lining of the nostrils like it does from settling on the skin?
Jamie Gilmore I'm also guessing they wouldn't be good for pets either. Cats are particularly essential oil sensitive and can get violently ill if exposed to too much.
Is it possible that I am allergic to Squalane and Argan oil?? Because after using them for 2-3 days, I get sandy skin texture all over my face and my area becomes VERY VERY SENSITIVE. Anything and everything I apply to my skin during the reactions stings and makes me feel irritable. Idk what to do, because I haven’t overly exfoliated or done anything to actually irritate my skin. And the only things I added to my skin are the Squalane and Argan oil (from the ordinary). Anyone else have experienced this??
I honestly don’t know what caused the current rash I have on my neck. I’ve been using benzoyl peroxide as a spot treatment and all of a sudden my jaw and neck are so red and itchy. I can’t even touch it. I switched brands of the spot treatment and it’s still the same. I have been using a lesser percentage of bp so hopefully this helps it go away. I don’t wear fragrance or makeup at all, which is baffling me.
Same happened to me i put benzoyl peroxide all over my face and then i get red bumps that are itchy, burns, dry and having tight feeling in that area and also some white heads over that area. My dermatologist said it's an allergic reaction to the benzoyl peroxide ointment. Now he prescribed me hydrocortisone and an anti-allergic tablets for a week. I am so depressed right now. I hope it will help my problem.
I have had irritation from shampoo, soap, lotion, etc . I just completed patch testing last week and even though I showed irritation from zinc and a shave gel I stopped using awhile ago the nurse practitioner told me I am not allergic and that her only suggestions would be to go back to my dermatologist or see a neurologist. This issue has been on going for several years. I get intense burning and red irritation from various shampoos, lotions, hair products, and soaps etc. no obvious rash. I don’t agree that this is a neurological problem because I would have this issue all the time. It only happens if I try to use a new shampoo or wash my hands with say soap in a public bathroom for example. I have even had issues with the Free and Clear shampoo as well as the DHS shampoo suggested by my allergists and dermatologist. Any suggestions?
I’m going through this now for the first time ever! I tried a different moisturizer and 2 or so days later my face looks horrible. Ended up in urgent care! Ugh
Hi Dr Dray! I just discovered your channel and I'm very thankful your video is the most helpful. I developed allergic contact dermatitis because of benzoyl peroxide and it's now two weeks of suffering from it. I consulted a doctor and gave me an ointment and tablets that helps it cleared my skin in just one week but then i ate seafood and it came back and much worse! what can i do?
I love how I watch this after having an allergic reaction to laundry detergent. I also already went to seek help before watching since I freaked out.I put coconut butter on my rash to help me not scratch it. I find myself not touching the area when I use a particular product on the area.
Thank you for sharing your knowledge, I appreciate you so much. I also wanted to say how much you have influenced my skincare choices...my skin thanks you. Last but certainly not least, I plain enjoy your personality, you're a breath of fresh air. :-) Jan.
This was so helpful dr. I'm never getting a diffuser! (have contemplated getting one in the past. Inhaling all those essential oils can't be good for you either). There seems to be a trend toward all-natural cosmetics right now and people simply assume that because something is natural it can automatically be put on our skin.
You have no idea how informative this is. You can barely find anything scientific about skincare nowadays on youtube and facebook (social media in general).
Thanks so much Ms Cristina! hope you are having a great day :)
I agree. Best yet.
lately the internet is catching up with information. this video was awesome. thanks.
Even a 'for sensitive skin' product irritates my skin 😔😔
Same 😢
girl same 😭😭😭😭
You definitely need FRAGRANCE FREE...
yes,same here. I patch tested today with PPD and Ammonia free dye, but damn juts after 5 minutes of applyin the prodcut, my skin started to burn
I understand the feeling! There are some sensitive skin products that sting my skin. Not all, but it's enough to irritate me (emotionally lol). Try to use brands that keep their ingredients to a minimum. Theraplex and Vanicream come to mind.
2 years ago I suffered from my first contact dermatitis experience, so severe my eyes swelled shut. I was able to concluded that I developed an allergy from sleeping on an air mattress for several months. However, just recently my eyelids have become itchy, red, and swollen (not as severe as first experience) and I have no idea what it causing the dermatitis to resurface! Hopefully a patch test will provide answers... Sending strength to everyone who is experiencing contact dermatitis or searching for their cause!
I am sorry to hear you have had to cope with this. It can be a challenge to navigate
I had that same reaction, and to what I'm not sure yet, but I've always been sensitive to nickel. now it seems my skin and my eyes are even more sensitive to a number of things! getting testing done soon, as I'm really getting to be uncomfortable a lot of the time.
@HOPE FULL I have very sensitive skin due to eczema so I use ALL FRAGRANCE FREE products,thats what your son needs...Talk to the eye doctor or dermatologist about the contact lenses...
Did you ever find out what the cause this was and if so how did you treat it? Thank you!
I’ve gone carnivore and after 4 years of eye rashes they finally went away and my eyes aren’t burning
I think this just saved my life. I have a very bad allergic reaction on my face for 4 days now and I purchased an essential oils diffuser last week which I was using everyday...
This is an old post but did your skin heal ? Is it red and irritated skin that you had to deal with ? Cause that’s what I have. It’s 5 weeks now and still hasn’t healed I’m so depressed about this 😔
Don’t lose hope! Keep trying things, but also give it time to recover and calm down. switch all skin care to minimal and super super sensitive. I heard of people doing zero therapy - ie only washing their face with water and that really helping them.
Respect the barrier. I'll never forget when you told us that.
Lol!!
For real!!!!
Gathering people who got itchy red skin after using cerave moisturizer. Please comment below.
Yeah more like hives and it gets ichy and red. i think for me it is the spf 15 by cerave, but not cleanser or moisturizing cream. I use all my skincare products from cerave just a new user and i felt something is wrong.
A bit, yes, but more so from from the cleanser. Switched to Vanicream and Neutrogena ultra gentle hydrating cleanser and no problems. Cerave products are excellent for many ppl but they're not for me.
My mother in love had a reaction all over her body
Yup, for me it was the Phenoxyethanol. Which is a super useful preservative for most people, but a dangerous eye swelling, hive inducing ingredient for me 🤷
I’ve been using Cerave moisturizing lotion for almost a year. Had a sudden reaction to it this evening. Five minutes after applying it developed a burning rash, with raised blisters. Quite alarming.
who else triggered their dermatitis due to centella asiatica? :( so rare I know!
products I used with centella at different times:
- Rovectin Cica Care Balm
- Cosrx Centella Alcohol-Free Toner
- Skin&Lab Medicica Calming Cream
it broke me out after weeks of my careful skincare :( plus my eyes got dry and irritated
i used sunscreen and i got a rash the during the night
the world is cruel
Same sis. Just happened today
Wash it off at night.
J.K. Tebben I do lol, the reaction just didn’t get bad till the next day, also this is such an old comment 😂
@@imogenkemp4626 It's the internet. Comments are always new to someone.
J.K. Tebben yeah I guess 😂
Seriously, you will never know how much I appreciate your videos. My skin thanks you! Btw, I started wearing sunscreen because of you and I'm pushing it on my husband too. :)
awesome to hear! thank you so much Ms Tara and have a great weekend :)
I washed dishes for years as my first job. They didn't provide me gloves.
Now I get rashes from contact with basically every brand of dish washing liquid.
Buy FRAGRANCE FREE dish liquid or you can just use gloves...
Same here but I was a hair stylist, even hot water flairs it. I need to use cotton gloves and then regular cleaning clothes over top.
I love the fact that whatever skin concern I’m going through I can rest assured there is a doctor Dray video to explain to me thoroughly. She is definitely a wealth of information. ❤️
I know you are a dermatologist and not a functional medicine doctor or naturopath, but can you do a series on different supplements and foods for all of the various skin conditions? I'm dealing with hirsutism, folliculitis, seborrheic dermatitis, contact dermatitis, acne, scarring, etc for many years and ..well..I need multiple layers of help lol! I hope you consider this!
the fact that the product that caused my skin to have a terrible allergy was prescribed by a dermatologist, who refused to do a patch test when I requested... according to her, the cream was "so neutral" that I didn't need to test it out. you can imagine how enraged I am right now.
Cerave??
Very helpful, I was excited to see this one today. I think I've had both, allergic and irritant. My worst reaction was a few months ago, when I broke out in itchy hives from a natural supplement derived from coconut. Serves me right for listening to the internet! I was prescribed prednisone for that. I had used shampoos and conditioners with fragrance for years, then broke out in red bumps around my eyes. They disappeared immediately when I stopped using the shampoo, etc. Interesting about the preservative in baby wipes, makes me wonder if that's why my daughter cried when I changed her diaper, I just thought she hated lying still. Years later I tried a fragrance free baby wipe, and ouch! One of these days I'd like to get a patch test, but can't afford it at the moment. Thanks again for all the great info!
Wow! Thanks for sharing that story here Ms Sherry and sorry you had to go through that. I always try to point out to ya'll stuff that has and does not have fragrance and other common offenders so people with allergies don't go using something that works well for me. Hope you are having a great night !
I understand how you feel. I think I have both too. It is hard to take the cortiosteriods because I have cateracts and glaucoma.
Y’all, I made the mistake of jumping onto the Skincare craze. I went out and bought the Cetaphil Gentle Cleanser, Neutrogena Alcohol Cleanser, Bio Oil Serum, and the CeraVe moisturizer. My skin just got worse and I went to my doctor and he said they gave me an allergic reaction. I was using them for a month when I noticed my skincare just didn’t get any clearer. So I stopped using them but my skin was still reacting I guess so I just got prescribed for Triamcinolone Acetonide Cream. My doc said it should clear up within 3 days but he said it was good I stopped before I went any more time using the products.
Did the medication work? Did it clear up your skin?
@@henrysmith180 it helped reduce the amount of redness I had but it was just to help with the allergic reaction. My skin is still healing bc I have a bunch of new pimples but I’m going to go to a dermatologist for that. But i def think the medical cream prescribed worked! My skin doesn’t feel dry anymore, nor does an irritating feeling linger if I touch my face !
@@yunosdoll That's a relief! Good to know what's available out there
@nur e jannat ayesha to this day, my skin still has some scarring from all the breakouts I had. I went to an actual dermatologist after all this & he prescribed me some Tretinoin cream 0.05%. It’s a strong retinoid antibiotic that’s helped clear my face up significantly. I have to use it every other day to keep my face clear but it’s certainly worth it.
Cerave gave me a really bad reaction, I wanted it to work🥺
Same 😭😭 the moisturizing lotion gave me a horrible reaction
Hey i have a feeling cera ve is giving me a reaction too! What did it do to your skin?
Lynda aaa I started getting red bumps under my skin and they would kinda itch, and my skin felt kinda irritated. also, I would wake up Oily asf!
@@lucianaandreatta433 I got itchy too, but I got it after 3 weeks using it. I dont know if it is from cerave or purito centella sunscreen
OMG ME TOO😳😳😳 Which product was it??
I usually get tiny bumps (that are sometimes itchy, but not red or swollen) whenever I try a new makeup product. Sometimes the reaction is worse than other times. Certain skincare or makeup products don't cause a reaction at all while others cause such a terrible flare up that I swear to never use that product again, then there are certain products that my skin gets used to and I can use with little to no reaction.
I got some too around my mouth after wearing makeup. And some on my actual lips. Very tiny fluid filled bumps that come and go rapidly (within hours)
Good video. I used a Loreal Revitalift Moisturizer and it resulted in contact dermititis. It contained that long named preservative you mentioned in this video. I've been dealing with it for almost 4 weeks now. It goes away and then comes back again especially if I go in the sun. I went hiking and it was a bit hot and the dermititis returned. I got it in my face and my hands. The symptoms are less intense, but it's still a problem 4 weeks later! I will never buy that cream again!😩
You are amazing Dr. Dray! Thank you so much for being so generous with your knowledge! I love every single one of your videos. I watch them all the way through because I don't want to miss any good information. Thanks again!
Thanks so much!
Hi Dr. Dray, Can you recommend a laundry detergent that is good for sensitive skin? I am currently suffering from a laundry detergent allergy. Thank you so much!
“All fresh clean sulfate free”
It’s mentioned in another video
How did u get aread of it plz I'm dying here
I’ve developed skin allergies recently and have found the All brand Free and Clear version works well. The fragrance and dye free detergents are usually in white bottles so look for the white bottles in the laundry detergent section.
Beekman 1802 it's on HSN. It's the only one that has helped me
I use dr bronners sal suds
I’ve just come across your channel. I know you’re an avid believer in implementing some sort of sunscreen in your skincare routine but I’ve found that I get a case of severe contact dermatitis every time I used it regardless if it was mineral or chemical. Do you have any advice or suggestions for me?! I’m young but I’m noticing sun spots on my lips as well as a result of not being able to use sunscreen. I would greatly appreciate your help 🙏🏾
Waiting for a response from Dr Dray aswell...
The only sunscreen that has not broken me out in little itchy hives is the one by vanicream. But I must warn you it leaves such an awful white cast 😅
@@Peachiie_Keen I’ve actually tried the vanicream spf & I love it. The white cast isn’t the worst I’ve encountered & tends to dissipate after a couple minutes.
@@SaraFetene vanicream anything is a go to for me in Skincare cause it never gives me a reaction. I wish they would branch out more and make an eye cream, toner, and serum of some sort! It sucks to test a product for 3 days only to wake up on the 3rd day with a rash on my face!
Bioré aqua sun gel 🙂 or cethapil spf
Dr Dre, Thank you for sharing this information! I have recently discovered ( thru allergy testing )that I have allergy contact dermatitis and am allergic to the ingredient DMAPA as you know is in many products. I think it is from wearing acrylic nails for many years and shellac nail hardener. I had terrible rashes around my eyes. I think this is a very useful video as I think people don't realize rash issues can be caused by something they used for many years as you said. Thank you again for all your wonderful videos. Blessings!
That is a tough one for sure as it is related to cocamidopropyl betaine and therefore in like everthing under the sun. Allergen avoidance is key, but is such a challenge!
I went to a dermatologist today at Kaiser but they did absolutely nothing. I told her I have a very itchy skin on my face and have very small bumps all over on my forehead. Have a history of having no acne or irritation, so wanted to see if my skin has changed and get tested for things I could be allergic to but all the Derm keep saying is that if she doesn't see a rash on my face, I'm fine. Wtf does a rash got to do with really itchy face and these little bumps on my forehead that look like acne! Love your videos and are way more helpful then going to dermatologist.
Visible rashes have a way of going away when you finally get an appointment. ...very frustrating. It makes it hard to impossible for us to diagnose or treat when that happens.
Excellent video as always , I used to run and every time I got so itchy that I couldn't take anymore , I went to my dermatologist and she said I'm allergic to my own sweat , I couldn't believe it, so I don't run anymore , but I do work out and get in the shower right away like you mentioned it. Have a great weekend Dr Dray
Sorry that put a damper on your running, but sounds like you have a good post-gym strategy. Thanks for sharing! Totoro and I say cheers to the weekend ;)
Great topic and review!
I'm sensitive to MCI/MIT and I struggle to find stuff that is free of these preservatives. It takes me so long to find new products in the shampoo and body wash aisle. I actually use a baby body wash.
I'm careful to check the ingredient list of wash off products (where MCI is often used) but I've found it in things I didn't think would have it like sunscreens, sheet masks and hand creams. Ugh.
I'm definitely going to look at Vanicreme when I need to replace some of my products.
Thanks for all this great info and have a wonderful weekend!
Thanks! Yeah MCI can be pesky
I was diagnosed with Dermatitis when I was seven years old....I'm now 51. I can remember having to go to school with my fingers bandaged because they were raw from scratching. Now, my hands are just so dry that I get painful cracks. I can't touch any raw fruit or veggies without suffering. I can't touch meat....or get this....chocolate lol. It is just absolutely horrible to suffer with. Also, certain soaps will cause a flair up. I wash my hands a lot during the day because I have my grandbaby around. It just kills me. Sometimes, I can wash my hands with baking soda and it will relieve it a little. I only have it on my hands thank God.
Sorry to hear this Ms Joann and hope it is getting better.
I have really bad dermatitis on my hands and I know this product has fragrance but it's done wonders for my hands. I bought the gold bond foot cream for my feet and since using it my hands heals. Just yesterday I felt my hands flaring, and I had done a foot peal so I hadn't been using my foot moisturiser. So I put it on my hands and this morning my hands are all good again.
My hands get so bad. Tomatoes are horror to me to cut. when my hands get bad the skin splits and I end up with deep paper cut like injuries all over them. It's so horrible. Gold bond also has a hand cream that is advertised for dermatitis and I'm really interested to see the ingredients. I wonder if it's like the foot cream but without the fragrance. It's hard for me to get hold of because I live in the middle East now but maybe you should look into that
Previously I used to moisturize with a very basic glycerine based fragrance free moisturiser but it didn't do what this foot cream has done.
Now I'm trying to find a solution for my eyes, because I have bad dermatitis there too. But I'm so relieved I found something for my hands. I literally didn't have finger prints before.
I really hope this helps you because I know the horror. Xx
Have you tried all the Vanicream products?
I love how Dr . Dray enunciated certain aspects of her videos,like masking, and fragrance free..I'm so super grateful for you and how you put this information into perspective so it not only makes sense but can help us take our concerns to our GP's or Dermatologist for further testing and treatment. Thanks so much #introvertlife
:)
Binging your old videos, Dr. Dray, to help me through these "online only" doctor times. My derm is trying to help but it's hard on a video call! You're a lifesaver.
I'm watching old videos of hers as well. I learn so much 😁
I have gone through so much with my skin the past 3 years with using essential oils and ruining my barrier, then trying skincare to cure without realizing what was going on so I’d over wash, over scrub and used way too many products which led to me breaking my skin down so much that I did finally get contact dermatitis that required antibiotics. I stopped using everything for 6 months but then my skin started getting irritated from dryness or the sun idk...my skin wash looking awesome until that 6th month of not doing anything so I added back in a moisturizer, Purito Unscented Centella. It worked so well. Then I’d have days where my skin would act sensitive with it, but if I didn’t moisturize my skin it would then get itchy so I tried using it only at night. But then mid day my skin would get dry and itchy. I recently added in the Purito Night Cream unscented and it’s been really nice but sometimes it feels like the moisturizer helps, other times my skin feels sensitive, nut without I feel dry and sensitive....I’m just so lost. I don’t want to be added products that irritate, but I don’t want to leave my skin feeling dry and itchy feeling irritated. I don’t wear makeup and if I wash my face it gets irritated so I only use water and a soft cloth.
Dr. Dray would you do a follow up video where you help us know when a dermatitis is a minor cosmetic annoyance & when it becomes a situation where the person really does need to go to a Dermatologist? When a person can't afford medical care unless it's serious; it's good to know where the line is.
Dr Dray, your skin looks better and better as time goes by. Thanks for the info.
Thanks so much for your sweet comments! Happy friday to you Mr Simon :)
Dr. Dray, this video was SO helpful in figuring out why my CeraVe Foaming Face Wash was giving me eyelid contact dermatitis. It has a really similar ingredient to cocamidopropyl betaine, (it's called Cocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine) and it is also formulated using DMAPA which is what I think was causing my swollen eyes the morning after using it.
I was so confused too, because I started having issues shortly after switching to 3 new products, so I assumed the new ones were the problem. NOPE. It was the CeraVe wash that I had been using for at least a month beforehand.
Late reply, but I just found out I have DMAPA and C betaine allergy too! My Kirks sensitive body wash was mostly Cocamidopropyl and I was covering myself in it every day!
What’s DPMA?
micellar water is the devil if you ask me. it gave me such a bad reaction around my eyes. Have a good weekend Dr. Dray!
Yeah not a fan of things like this left on the skin...set up for an allergic and/or irritant dermatitis. Have a great weekend too!
Moe Begum Hi, there are plenty of different micellar waters. They are not all the same like sunscreens cleansers etc... I have been using the original by Bioderma for years as I am French. I don't know which one you used but I always use ones with no perfume and I don't leave it on my skin I always rinse it off like any cleanser although some brands say that you can leave it on the skin. French people always rinse it off as we're used to use it for so long. Once I tried the argan oil waterproof micellar water by Garnier which targets sensitive skin BUT realized too late that it's so perfumy and my skin turned crazy in a few min... But hey I guess all products are not for everyone :-)
Dr Dray Hi Dr Dray you don't have to leave it on your skin. I have been using it for years and I always rinse it off. Actually all French people I know rinse it off as well like any cleanser. And as it is super easy to rinse off you can save some water!
Hey Dianna. Funny you mention Bioderm and Garner as those are the two brands I used. I used Bioderm (with pink lid) since its all the rage and it made my skin so sore. then I used Garnier and it felt like some threw acid on my face. I had bumpy skin which turned into dry patches and whatever not. Same with make up wipes. And I do wash all of that off with my ever so trusty, long time friend CeraVe face wash.May be my skin couldn't handle it but in the end everyones skin is different.
Im glad it works well for you. My skin is very finicky especially after using accutane 2 years back.
Moe Begum Oh too bad it does not work for you my skin is hyper sensitive to so many things: alcohol,perfume,ess oils,rose water,witch hazel... I evem break out if there is too much glycerin in a product. I have to be super carefull so I understand the struggle :-)
I’m allergic to sunscreens, the sun, heat, hot water, fragranced candles and believe it or not clothing too especially underwear:(((
Lunch time with Dr.Dray! You never disappoint. All this information was so useful. Makes me wish I had become a dermatologist. Perhaps I will teach a kid that will become one. 👍Laura
Thanks Ms Laura! Have a great rest of your friday work day :)
Going through a neem oil reaction 😭😭 I’ve never experienced anything like this!!! It’s absolutely horrible
What helped you? My mom is going through this
Any update on the neem oil reaction? Going through a rash right now. How long did it last? And any remedies?
Recently it seems like any time I try to introduce a new product in my skincare routine, I end up with itchy red papules(?). I have sensitive skin and mild rosacea, but these bumps/papules are not the type or same placement as my usual rosacea pattern, which leads me to believe it's some type of allergy or irritation. Unfortunately I haven't narrowed it down. Determining which products disagree with your skin can be challenging enough, but specific ingredients are even more difficult.
It's a lot like hair dye you could use it for years then end up having a reaction to it and tea tree oil needs diluting before being put on the skin because it's that strong it'll burn and irritate and should never be used all over the face only as a spot on treatment with a q tip
Thank Dr Dray! I believe I started having some reaction to shampoos. Have you done any videos on shampoos? I wonder what ingredients I should be avoiding when buying shampoos. I finally got one from Burts Bees that doesn't make my scalp itchy. Thank you for your great insights! I always look forward to your Friday Q&As. Have a blessed weekend! 😘
Fragrance and cocomaidopropyl betaine are common allergens in shampoos (mentioned in description box)
Thank you Dr Dray ! Have a wonderful weekend!
I enjoyed your video, but I’m puzzled some of your recommended products have hormonal disrupters, such Vanicream sunscreen. Not good to endorse bad chemicals, harsh alcohols and more, even if it is fragrance free. I know it is hard to get clean and green products, due to commercialization, profits etc; but with your field of interest, I was hoping you could suggest some simple, safe and expert skincare.
Thank you and I hope you can bring in more new videos with more input.
I started using CeraVe a few days ago and my face feels weird and very dry. I don’t think it’s an allergic contact dermatitis but irritant contact dermatitis. Even when using the moisturizer as well. I’m wondering if I should keep using it. I don’t wanna buy another cleanser and moisturizer 😭
DC CD i experience the same things with all cerave products, i guess all products have an ingredient in common that my skin does not like 😭
Yeah I hated that moisturizer.
Salicyc acid perhaps
Yesterday my eyelids flared up badly which they often do and I figured it might be the essential oil diffuser that was causing it. I searched for "essential oil cause eczema" and I'm glad to have found this video confirming my very suspicions! At least, hopefully that's what was causing it.
Pretty please help me! when i scratch my skin it breaks into hives. This is a problem all over my body and it was noted after getting sick and taking a generic sudafed medication for 6 days. I have since stopped taking it and even now, over 4 days after, i am still experiencing hives anywhere i scratch. not to mention im always itchy!! It looks like orange peal. Thank you for all your videos. i watch you all the time.
I think you described exactly what I’m experiencing not. Irritant contact dermatitis? I’ve never heard of this before. But I have this sudden allergen like break out on my face w dry lips and white pustules all on my face. I have antibiotic lotion. But it’s still coming back during the day. What should i do!? Thank you so much for this video.
Hello, I have a question regarding sunscreen allergies. For the past two years, every sunscreen I have applied to my face has caused a bumpy, red, and blister-like reaction. It is ONLY under and around the corners of my nose though. It dries up and becomes flaky (I already have very dry skin.)I don’t wear any face makeup besides eye makeup. This is very upsetting because I want to protect my skin, but I keep getting the same rash. Any help would be much appreciated!
Use FRAGRANCE FREE sunscreens...
Thank you so much for the recommendations!!! My hands have been flaring up every time I use my Lubriderm lotion and Dove Body Wash and Aveeno body wash . And come to find out they all have fragrance.... I’m guessing this might be the culprit. I’m off to test out some fragrance free options. I’ve already been to several dermatologist and specialists and they can’t seem to figure out what’s wrong with me and have given me steroids but I’m determined to figure out my skin. So odd because they took a bunch of tests and never offered fragrance free options. I’m tired of having my skin cause so much pain and discomfort.
Side note.. I wasn’t allergic to these products in the past and so I keep thinking it’s something else but realizing I can develop an allergy to them is a new discovery.
Just use FRAGRANCE FREE....
My immediate family and I can not tolerate Dove anything, or Oil of Olay anything. Also a lot of the Avon perfumes and colognes. I always thought the extra oil worsened my "acne", but upon current reflection, it is likely something more like allergic dermatitis.
I’ve been having pretty bad allergic reactions around my eyes (super dry, red, swollen, itchy eyelids) for the last couple of months and am having the hardest time figuring out what the cause is. I hope to find out soon, and have patch testing scheduled but not until next month. Nothing seems to help, only make it worse.
Laishers try hydrocortisone I’m going through something similar
THALISHA MARIE I’ve been prescribed hydrocortisone but they said I can’t use it on my eyes.... do you know anything else to stop eye swelling?
Hi! Did you find out what you're allergic to? I have the same thing
Try Exederm! It has 1% hydrocortisone. Safe to use around eyes BUT don’t use for more than 2 weeks at a time. I put Vanicream on top of that.
@@leahfruchter1276 i also have the same thing !
I recently developed irritant dermatitis from products I never thought would be irritating to me (QV ceramide moisturizer). I've also been using a Cerave cleanser for about 3 months now and everything was great, but in the past couple days, my skin gets irritated... i just don't understand, cause I've NEVER had problems with any skincare products... thank you for these tips, I hope it helps me ❤
I’ve had a beeswax allergy for six years and when it flares up, my lips can turn green, crack, and even start bleeding. I tested if I still had my allergy a few days ago and it flared up. I have been putting coconut oil on my lips.
Very informative! I ordered a polyester black shirt form Amazon. When it arrived, I tried it on to verify fit. No problems afterward. The second time(two days later), I wore the shirt for a couple of hours... Woke up the next morning looking like a leopard 🐆. Terrible rash! 4days later I’m still trying to get rid of this spreading rash. Pure MISERY! I will wash ALL new clothing(probably twice) before wearing from now on. Lesson well learned.
Thanks for the info! I've simplified my makeup and skincare routine after discovering your channel. You are now my go-to channel for all things skincare.
Thanks so much Ms Melanie! Hope you are having a great night
Can you talk more about the treatment for contact dermatitis? A dermatologist told me that I had contact dermatitis and she prescribed me creams for it, Eucrisa and Elidel cream. The problem is that as soon as I stated using Eucrisa, my skin started to feel more irritated and discoloration patches started appearing on different parts of my skin. I was concerned that maybe it would make my skin condition worse, so I didn't use it much. Then the dermatologist prescribed me Elidel, since I told her that I hadn't been using Eucrisa because it seemed like it was making my skin worse. Elidel pretty much had the same side effects and it made my skin feel extremely hot internally (even though I had washed it off hours ago), which was very uncomfortable and I stopped using the product as a result. I can handle discomfort if a medicine will help me but what frustrated me was the thought that maybe these creams could cause damage to my skin and make my condition worse. Do you recommend using creams like these to treat contact dermatitis? Do they work or are they harmful? How do I know if I'm experiencing normal side effects or if I'm having an allergic reaction to the cream?
I would love to know the answer as well
I had a pretty bad contact dermatitis rash happen recently so I went out and bought vanicream because I had no idea what caused the initial reaction in the first place and I wanted to make sure everything I was using super non irritating. Turns out I'm allergic to something in vanicream as well and I broke out in tiny itchy bumps on my face and hands, but it took me a day to realize because my skin was already itchy from the first reaction. Do you have any idea which ingredients might have caused it? I'm also going to a dermatologist to get it checked out so I'm also open to suggestions about what I should ask about there as well
Might have been the mica...it can irritate by causing microtears on the skin :/
Hello Dr Dray, thank you for sharing this video. Recently I developed an allergic reaction to makup with swelling around my eyes, and not feeling well like dizzyness, it was a delayed type reaction, after 4 days. This scared me so much. I think it started with using colored brown hairspray with the ingredients: iron oxides, dimethicone, buthane. Its a spray to cover up grey hairs. Unfortunely i am also allergic to hairdye, any hairdye basicly i get swelling of my eyes, even dyes without any PPD. But now I also developed an allergy for my makup. I think it could be the dimethicone, or the iron oxides cause after using the spray for a year I started getting headaches. So I sensitized for something in this spray that is also in my makup. Its weird but i think its my eyeliner cause it has also dimethicone in it. The rest of the makup I use is bio and does not contain dimethicone but I am afraid of putting anything on my face now. I have not been doing patch testing yet, so i don't use any makup anymore. I am also afraid to use any creams on my face. Now I started using vaseline for my dry sensitive face skin and its works very well! :-) I hope vaseline itself is not an allergen so i can continue to use it.
My forehead is really itchy and red, has been for weeks and I’ve taken antihistamines but doesn’t seem to improve that much.
u okay now?
We see a lot of contact dermatitis in the cosmetology/hair stylist industry. My teacher in cosmetology school developed an allergy to a certain brand of hair color from not wearing gloves while coloring people's hair in the salon. When perms were really big, stylists were getting irritated from that too, and of course bleach for bleaching hair is also our enemy lol. Wearing gloves And being careful is really important for stuff like that.
I think I had an allergic contact dermatitis reaction not long ago. I'd been using a cleanser/makeup remover bc I can't use makeup wipes and my entire face, and behind my ears broke out in hives and I got a fever. I had to be put on steroids for it to go away.
I was so upset 😥😥 bc I already have extremely sensitive skin and now I can't use the one make-up remover I found 😥😥😥😥 what does anyone recommend as a makeup remover for someone with incredibly dry, psoriasis prone, photosensitive skin?
Ah! Also "natural" products tend to really give me rashes. Especially Sukin. They give me flat red rashes however, this was a large breakout of small hives
"Natural" definitely can be most problematic. I would definitely skip makeup removers tbh. I like the gentle oil based double cleanse approach to removing makeup (stay tuned for Monday's skin care routine video, where I will show how i do this, as I think it may be helpful to you)
The same thing has happened to me recently. Steroid tablets made it go away but now it’s come back 2 days later. Did you find out what products work best for you ?
Thank you for sharing your knowledge with us! For another Q&A, I was wondering what would be best to put on my knee surgery scar? Part of the scar is still dark after more than a year. I have tried Vitamin E and other oils but nothing has helped lighten it.
Thanks! Always best to follow up with the treating physician when it comes to surgical sites
Hey, I basically had an allergic reaction to castor oil after applying it to my eyelids. Im hoping it doesnt turn to dry skin when it heals because ive never had dry skin on my eyelids :(
I have allergic contact dermatitis. I am allergic to chemical and natural preservatives in skincare products. Potassium Sorbate is one. This is the first one that I look out for but even a product don't contain this one, I still do patch test. More often than not, my skin reacts to the product/s. For a week, I have to bear the itch and rashes on my skin. Its always like that and I really find it hard to have a product that suits my skin. What I have right now is more of baby products: alcohol free, fragrance free and very gentle on the skin.
The same thing is currently happening to me and my daughter! The itching, hives and acne breakouts, all in the cheek area from that stuff! My top lip was even irritated and red. It also started to get hives...I'm never using that stuff again, it's horrible for our skin! I don't even want to go out in public!! Those mask are really coming in handy right now!
How is your skin doing? I've had the same thing happen to me after using benzoyl peroxide and I'm on week 3 of irritation and acne on my cheek area, what caused your symptoms?
@@janettew8570 My skin is better after I quit using it. I don't know what it is that's in there that irritates my skin, but I just can't use it. All symptoms gone though once I quit using it.
@@denisanoel1225 what is it that you used?
@Noted Joah No, I have not. Thanks
A great resource for the brave of heart when dabbling in using essential oils topically is 'From Nature with Love' it's an online store, however, each essential oil typically has a breakdown of shelf life and safe uses. I'd definitely suggest popping over to their website for anyone interested in utilizing essential oils as they also have household and skin care 'recipes' for creating your own products.
Love the video Dr. Dray!
😍
Thanks and thanks for sharing! Not a fan of essential oils in skin care, but looking for some diy kitchen cleaning solutions, so will check it out.
Very informative! I've had issues with nickel from my wedding ring (I never knew white gold contained nickel) and allergic contact dermatitis on my legs from some ingredient used in cheap laundry detergent (like purex). Now I fully understand what's going on, so thank you! Sadly, my "real" doctor was of no help!
Sorry to hear about your wedding band!
@AmandaF116 I had the SAME problem with my wedding band...it was 14K on top but the back side was white gold and I didn't discover that it contained nickel until a whole YEAR later. I would take off my ring to let my finger heal (many people told me I was just getting soap trapped under my ring and that was irritating it), and then once healed, I would put my ring back on and the cycle would start all over again. It was horrible. Finally, the jeweler suggested white gold could be the problem and we "upgraded" to a platinum ring and I never had any more problems.
Barb Bright Everyone said the same to me (even my Dr!) - I think I finally figured it out thanks to google! I had it re-dipped in rhodium plating & that also helped 👍
Interesting...I’ve been having issues with my finger itching and maybe this is the culprit! Idk for sure though
I have a big dilemma !!!
I guess I am allergic to Niacinamide. Although I only get red when applying on the same routine with some other creams ( for ex the ordinary niacinamide and after La Roche posay toleriane - which is suppose to help with allergies! - I get super red on the cheeks and forehead... although I applied the niacinamide on my chin locally). The same reaction happened with cerave pm alone ( contains niacinamide).
Still, I have another cream - source of nature- and when applied with that, the ordinary niacinamide didn't get me red. I am so confused because I have verified the ingredients and seems ok.
Also, I get very red sometimes from the HA .. only from the ordinary one ( both the cream and the serum).
This is all recent though, the first 2 months of using then were fine.. maybe I got sensitised.
Hi Dr Dray! I have a question. Does foundation clog our pores? If we wear makeup but we cleanse our face and remove our makeup completely before going to bed can it still cause breakouts and clogged pores? Thank you in advance! Loving your channel btw😉
Yes it can and worsens most skin problems tbh, so skip it and go no makeup imo
Dr Dray right. Thank you!
Something we learned from the turkey hotline was that the skin is designed to stop everything it comes in contact with from entering the tissue. Your just seasoning the skin and the broth. Much like makeup. What we don't understand is how the exterior allergens can be so severe to cause anaphylaxis in some cases. How is that even possible? And we also noticed that whether synthetic or natural items can still have organic proteins that cause allergic reactions. At what temperatures are plant proteins no longer a threat? Nice video.
I never had sensitive skin before until I started using Neutrogena sunscreen. My skin looked like plastic & it was very red. When I consulted a dermatologist, he said it was due to something I was using. Then I realized what has caused me contact dermatitis. I don't know why Neutrogena's sunscreens are so popular 🙄 it has a lot of irritating ingredients that are very harmful for the skin 🤦🏻♀️
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What about tea tree oil on the hair? Can that cause red face or light rash on the body? Or skin therapy oil cocoa butter formula with vitamin E and Argan oil? Thank you
I am suffering hypersensitive skin at the moment. My skin extremely burns and sting when I wake up in the morning, wash my face with water only and when I put any skincare products which I have used for ages and never had any problems before. Even with micelle water and anti imperfection from La Roche Posay. Most sensitive are is around eye and eye brown, the driest area is around noise under the lower lip. My skin before was quite strong and never had any sensitive problems before even if I used acid or strong ingredients for the first time. My skin type was dry, and less or not irritated or exposed under the sun for couple hours. Could anyone recommend what I should do, what the routine I should follow and products to use to minimise the hypersensitivity?
Do you still have the problem? If not what did you do to prevent this
Is a someone just start taking defferin her skin is normally oily . however her water intake over the past two weeks has been minimal her skin feels dry .
1-What advice would you offer to that person?
2-what facial would you offer her ? Why?
3-what treatment would you decide to offer her ?
I think I have this because of my needy cat who rubs on my face and my boyfriend's beard... My two favourite things 😭😭
Hi Dr. I have small itchy bumps all over my face. Do you think it’s allergic contact dermatitis? And do you recommend any products that wouldn’t irritate my skin. Love your videos! Thanks so much 🥰
Going through the same, trying to find answers but don't think she can answer this. She has tonnes of videos which I don't think she goes through all comments especially old ones.
Hello Dr. Dray, thank you so much for explaining more about contact dermatitis. My skin has become discolored as a result of the dermatitis (I think it's hypopigmentation). What is the best way(s) to get rid of the discoloration?
Thank you for this video!
I recently relocated from the Central Valley to the coastal area. I broke out with contact dermatitis on my face and since then have not been able to figure out what the cause is. I stopped using all my face cleansers and my moisturizers I’ve been using for years the inflammation has gone down but the rash is still there bumpy and very dry. I think I need a patch test. I’m grateful you mentioned water because I wondered if it could be the change of water 🤷🏽♀️🤷🏽♀️ I’m on a quest to find out what it is. Thank you for giving me a start to find out what it is that’s causing this.
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Congratulations on reaching 18k subs!! Its varalakshmi vratham here in India and we smear a lot of turmeric on our feet and faces on this day. Most people don't react to it, but I get boils when I apply turmeric.. So I avoid it as much as I can. Also, our bindis and kumkums. God knows what's in their adhesive. But most of them cause allergies.. This has been a very timely and detailed video. Thank you doc!
Thanks so much!! I suspect it could be the acrylates in the adhesive? Hope you are having a great day :)
Hello Dr.dray can ask you what soap I use it & cream or lotion, because I have pityriasis linchenoides chronica. To much long time ago since 2006. Thankyou for your answer.
I will try the patch test. :) Is coconut oil ok for removing makeup? What about lash lifts and brow tint? Is that safe?
I really appreciate your videos! I was wondering what your thoughts are on whether makeup (and removing it at night) causes acne. Thanks!
Thanks! It can worsen acne
I love your videos. I thrive on all of your information about skin. Keep up the good work.
Thank you so much! Have a great Friday :)
Hello Dr Dray. For the last 1.5 weeks, the fingers of my right hand have been red, swollen (esp around the base of the nails) and itchy. Initially it was only my index, middle and ring finger but since last 3 days my thumb and pinky finger also became the same. Initially saw pharmacist, who gave me Calmaline and then Dermaid, neither worked. Then last week Tuesday, GP prescribed Advantan cream and Telfast because he felt it maybe more so because of an allergic reaction from my exercises in parks where I do chin ups on trees or push ups on grass rather than Chillblain. Telfast reduced my itchiness completely the first time I took it but following 3 times I took Telfast it reduced my itchiness once. Advantan did not work at all. Followed up with GP yesterday, he prescribed Cephalexin, took my blood for testing and also conducted swab tests for Covid Toes. Cephalexin has not helped. Now waiting for the results. Any advice could help. Thank you.
Great Q&A. Very informative. I look forward to seeing you daily videos. You are just a doll!
Thanks so much Ms Sherri!
Thank you for all your informative videos! I am someone with dry sensitive skin but yet oily and your videos have saved me! I did make a mistake and tried the oil free acne wash by Neutrogena. I do get acne along with other issues and wanted to see if it would help me. I tried it for 2 days and the following morning woke up with my eyes swollen, face burning, and itchy rash. Now 3 days later my skin feels like it is burning, dry, peeling, acne that I never had before, and lots of tiny whiteheads. My eyes are finally getting better. This burning and dryness/peeling are driving me nuts. What are your recommendations for relief? Going to give it another day then I may go to the doctor. Thank you in advance!
Cetaphil gave me a red and swollen face.
There is propylene glycol in the cetaphil gentle cleanser. It irritates a lot of people.
Hello! I believe I am suffering with one of these problems around my eyes, it started happening in December and only happens after I wear make up, as after a few days of not wearing any it goes away. The only thing I can think that’s coursing it is possibly my concealer as it’s the only cosmetic that goes underneath my eyes and also on the lid. I think it could be because it’s not fragrance free, but I am not 100% sure. I also think if I have a patch test it won’t come up as it’s only my eye area that is the problem. What should I do? Thank you for this video! Xx
Did you find out what caused it . Tgis started happening to me in January too.
mjabbar28 It was my concealer, had been using it for ages and just randomly developed contact dermatitis from it, went make up free for a week or so, moisturised it a few times a day and threw away my concealer.
Great informative vlog !!! Thank you for taking the time to explain all of the details associated with contact/allergic dermatitis in a straightforward manner.
Congrats on 18K plus subscribers -- started watching you at 9K !!
Have a great weekend 😊
Thanks! And thanks so much for your support Ms Nehal. Have a great weekend :)
Dr Dray, I’ve been searching for answers for a while now. I had an allergic reaction to a product, about a year ago (I didn’t know then there was a name for it) My face hasn’t really recovered since then, and there’s this spot that still gets bumpy and irritated. It kind of comes and goes but it’s there most of the time. I was staring to think I might have developed rosacea or something 😞
hey, have you found out what the problem was ? hope you are doing better
I have the same problem! My skin has tiny itchy bumps for months now. I went to the dermatologist and they told me I have rosacea now. But it’s extremely itchy and I believe it’s contact dermatitis.
I came across this video and felt so heard. my skin was clear from acne and then after chicken pox my skin barrier was damaged. i tried products and since i opted so much i looked for cheap and hyped products and my skin has got so wost. it itches like crazy and too the point that i sratched my face eventually out of frustation and it became red. thanks for speaking on this, i will follow what you said and opt for sensitive skin and calming skincare routine.
Hi Dr! Loved this topic 'cause I develop allergies from fragrances, some type of metal as you mentioned in this video(nickel) and some weird ingredients some cosmetics contain. My dermatologist gave the same products you mention on your videos(cerave foam cleanser, retin a and Elta md sunscreen) 🙂
Thank you for this video and happy Friday!
Glad you were able see a derm and get it straigthened out! Thanks so much for shraing and I hope you have a great weekend!
@@DrDrayzday Mam then what is the most suitable moisturizer for this condition where small bumps that Filled with white puss "with no pain" but yet skin need hydration please suggest me a suitable moisturizer that should be fragrance free
Hello doc, what is a good calming cream and desonide cream for dermatitis? The doc here just gave me a repackaged one so I don't really know the brand, so it sucks. She gave me a 'calming cream (nf)' and a desonide cream.. It worked though but it comes back once in a while.. I really appreciate your help if you could recommend me a brand or some kind to purchase when I use it up. Thanks!☺️
Dr. Dray do you think an essential oil diffuser could also potentially cause irritation in the sinuses or lining of the nostrils like it does from settling on the skin?
yes
Jamie Gilmore I'm also guessing they wouldn't be good for pets either. Cats are particularly essential oil sensitive and can get violently ill if exposed to too much.
Is it possible that I am allergic to Squalane and Argan oil?? Because after using them for 2-3 days, I get sandy skin texture all over my face and my area becomes VERY VERY SENSITIVE. Anything and everything I apply to my skin during the reactions stings and makes me feel irritable. Idk what to do, because I haven’t overly exfoliated or done anything to actually irritate my skin. And the only things I added to my skin are the Squalane and Argan oil (from the ordinary). Anyone else have experienced this??
I honestly don’t know what caused the current rash I have on my neck. I’ve been using benzoyl peroxide as a spot treatment and all of a sudden my jaw and neck are so red and itchy. I can’t even touch it. I switched brands of the spot treatment and it’s still the same. I have been using a lesser percentage of bp so hopefully this helps it go away. I don’t wear fragrance or makeup at all, which is baffling me.
Same happened to me i put benzoyl peroxide all over my face and then i get red bumps that are itchy, burns, dry and having tight feeling in that area and also some white heads over that area. My dermatologist said it's an allergic reaction to the benzoyl peroxide ointment. Now he prescribed me hydrocortisone and an anti-allergic tablets for a week. I am so depressed right now. I hope it will help my problem.
I have had irritation from shampoo, soap, lotion, etc . I just completed patch testing last week and even though I showed irritation from zinc and a shave gel I stopped using awhile ago the nurse practitioner told me I am not allergic and that her only suggestions would be to go back to my dermatologist or see a neurologist. This issue has been on going for several years. I get intense burning and red irritation from various shampoos, lotions, hair products, and soaps etc. no obvious rash. I don’t agree that this is a neurological problem because I would have this issue all the time. It only happens if I try to use a new shampoo or wash my hands with say soap in a public bathroom for example. I have even had issues with the Free and Clear shampoo as well as the DHS shampoo suggested by my allergists and dermatologist. Any suggestions?
I seem to have these same symptoms did you figure out what it was?
@@Sweeney72 No I still have no clue. I have met several people since that have the same issue but they also have no answers.
I’m going through this now for the first time ever! I tried a different moisturizer and 2 or so days later my face looks horrible. Ended up in urgent care! Ugh
i am sorry to hear you had to go through this
Dr Dray thank you! Lesson learned to check and double check ingredients!
Same here myfaces look really mad 😅
Hi Dr Dray! I just discovered your channel and I'm very thankful your video is the most helpful. I developed allergic contact dermatitis because of benzoyl peroxide and it's now two weeks of suffering from it. I consulted a doctor and gave me an ointment and tablets that helps it cleared my skin in just one week but then i ate seafood and it came back and much worse! what can i do?
18K woohoo! congrats! Great video as a one time sufferer of this but dermatologists rule and I'm now all good thanks to mine!
Thanks so much for your support!
I love how I watch this after having an allergic reaction to laundry detergent. I also already went to seek help before watching since I freaked out.I put coconut butter on my rash to help me not scratch it. I find myself not touching the area when I use a particular product on the area.
Thank you for sharing your knowledge, I appreciate you so much. I also wanted to say how much you have influenced my skincare choices...my skin thanks you. Last but certainly not least, I plain enjoy your personality, you're a breath of fresh air. :-) Jan.
Thanks so much Ms Jan!!
This was so helpful dr. I'm never getting a diffuser! (have contemplated getting one in the past. Inhaling all those essential oils can't be good for you either). There seems to be a trend toward all-natural cosmetics right now and people simply assume that because something is natural it can automatically be put on our skin.
yeah "all natural" is not necessarily safe or effective
I purchased the recommended soaps/washes/lotion listed. And I lit up like a christmas tree. So the recommened products did not work for me.
Same 😂
You gotta use FRAGRANCE FREE products...