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Does my skin not like face paint or am i having an allergic reaction?

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Dr. Al Hegab answered

Specializes in Allergy and Immunology

May be allergy: could be an allergic reaction to any of your cosmetics, try to sort out which one is causing such symptoms and avoid using it, when using a new cosmetic, try it first on a small area behind your ear and wait for two days at least to see if any redness or itching, if not, start using it, good luck

Answered 2/16/2015

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Dr. Justin Greiwe answered

Specializes in Allergy and Immunology

Contact Dermatitis: Allergic contact dermatitis is a T cell-mediated, delayed-type hypersensitivity response. Contact allergens include metals, glues, plastics, rubber, fragrances, topical antibiotics, preservatives, and chemicals used in hair-care and cosmetic products. Avoidance is mainstay of treatment. Diagnosed by allergen patch testing at an allergist office.

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