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Is i possible to be allergic to baby oil? i regularly use sesame oil after a bath to soften skin but i tried baby oil and my legs are itching and red.

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Dr. Thomas Klein answered

Specializes in Allergy and Immunology

Yes: There are stabilizers and several ingredients in baby oil so it is possible to be allergic to it.

Dr Chuu agreed

Answered 10/24/2017

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Dr. Shiroko Sokitch answered

Specializes in Holistic Medicine

Yes, its mineral oil: Mineral oil blocks your skin pores and doesn't really create any moisture, sesame oil is way better.

Answered 1/29/2013

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A member asked:

Is i possible to be allergic to baby oil? i regularly use sesame oil after a bath to soften skin but i tried baby oil and my legs are itching and red.

3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Thomas Klein answered

Dr Chuu agreed

Dr. Shiroko Sokitch answered

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