To Avoid or Not to Avoid: Cross‐Reactivity Between Fragrance and Common Botanicals

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Authors

Sarah Karels · Park Nicollet Clinic

Brailyn Weber · University of North Dakota

Sara Hylwa · University of Minnesota

Solveig Ophaug · Park Nicollet Clinic

Katherine Lee · Park Nicollet Clinic

Anne Neeley · Park Nicollet Clinic

Abstract

The low concomitant rates of reaction between fragrance and the investigated substances suggest that patients allergic to fragrance do not need to avoid certain common botanicals. Many products contain these compounds, including ones marked as 'fragrance-free'. Dermatologists can safely reassure fragrance-allergic patients of the safety of many botanicals commonly used in personal-care products.

Topics & Keywords

Contact Dermatitis and Allergies Allergic Rhinitis and Sensitization Complementary and Alternative Medicine Studies

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Zero hunger

Publication Details

Published in: Contact Dermatitis

DOI: 10.1111/cod.70107

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