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Skin texture differs from person to
person and some people have very sensitive skin and thus are
allergic to certain cosmetics. However it is very difficult to
determine what is actually causing the allergy or irritation.
True allergic reactions are generally characterized by
swelling and hive-like breakouts, and sometimes red, raw skin.
Sensitive skins may be allergic to products like soaps and
soap-like formulations (e.g., detergent-based shampoos). Dyes,
formaldehyde (released in the finishing process), and
polyester-blends in fabrics, such as clothing and bed linen.
Essential oils used for aromatherapy, condoms, Vegetable
plants, such as garlic, onion, tomatoes, ginger and carrot.
Cosmetics can also cause allergy to your skin.
Always check out the following
things before using any cosmetic:
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Applying too much cosmetics to your
skin and using several new products simultaneously can be
one reason of cosmetic allergy.
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Using used or dirty brushes or
applicators also cause skin allergies. Avoid trying new
makeup products with a brush or applicator still "dirty"
from use with other products. For best results, frequently
used applicators and brushes should be cleaned no less than
2-4 times per month. Thus always clean and dry cosmetic
applicators before using them for any new products. If not
taken care then you might suffer from "cosmetic acne",
including blackheads, whiteheads and mild
irritation.
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Also check out each cosmetic product
before using them because they might be adulterated and
contaminated causing skin allergies.
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Use proper brush for the particular
product that you use because using wrong brush also causes
skin irritation. For most makeup, use natural-hair brushes
for easiest and best application. With cream-based formulas,
however, best results will come from using synthetic or
nylon-hair brushes because synthetic brushes hold less of
the product, enabling more controlled application.
Take the following
precautions
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If you have sensitive skin then always test the
product on your skin before using it.
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Wash hands before applying cosmetics, especially to
your eyes because your hands contain bacteria that could
cause infection to the eye.
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Always keep a check on the expiry dates of the
cosmetics you are using and throw the cosmetics that have
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