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I recently relocated and in the process picked up a generic detergent to wash clothes. my skin broke out. since which i changed back to the regular de?

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Dr. Corey Clay answered

Specializes in Allergy and Immunology

Don't use it again: The common concern in such cases is whether you are allergic to the new detergent. In most cases, you would not be and it is an irritant (reaction that does not require your immune system to be involved, but that directly causes damage) reaction. You may be sensitive because of any number of reasons, but avoidance of an irritant trigger is the path toward relief.

Answered 10/24/2017

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Urban legend: There is no reason to think that any skin condition is influenced by choice of laundry detergent. The only valid study of this showed no connection. I care about what you use to clean your skin. Do not waste my time with details about your laundry. The giant companies selling laundry products take advantage of naive people, including gullible Drs, with sweet songs about alleged health benefits of

Answered 11/28/2017

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