Dermatotoxicologic clinical solutions: clinical management of fragrance mix #1 #2 patients?

Abstract

Today’s fragrances are present in more than just perfumes, having become ubiquitous in skin care products such as creams, shampoos, sun tan lotion and deodorants. While aromatics can arouse the senses, aromatic compounds applied to skin can also cause allergic contact dermatitis. This article describes diagnosis, limitations of patch testing for fragrance mix 1 and fragrance mix 2, the relevance of fragrance concentration in products, use testing of common consumer products and our current recommendations in regards to the management of fragrance contact allergy.

• Dermatitis
• fragrance allergy
• patch test
• repeat open application test
• use test

Declaration of interest

The authors report no conflicts of interest. The authors alone are responsible for the content and writing of this article.