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Is it common to have an allergic rash from salicylate ingredients in sunscreen?
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Not common: But salicylates used as topical agents can cause an allergic contact dermatitis. As sunscreens typically contain a variety of agents that can trigger such reactions patch testing is the method used to determine the actual cause or causes.
Answered 12/9/2013
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Not likely: It is far more common to be sensitive to the preservatives or fragrances.
Answered 12/11/2012
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