Dermatotoxicologic clinical solutions: hair dying in hair dye allergic patients?

Abstract

This article describes how to identify allergic contact dermatitis resulting from hair dye, and outlines interventions and prevention principles for those who wish to continue dyeing their hair despite being allergic. Hair dye chemicals thought to be the most frequent sensitizers are discussed with instructions for health care providers on how to counsel patients about techniques to minimize exposure to allergenic substances. This framework should allow many patients to continue dyeing their hair without experiencing adverse side effects.

• 2-methoxymethyl-p-phenylenediamine
• allergen
• contact dermatitis
• desensitization
• hair dye
• lateral spread
• patch testing
• PPD

Declaration of interest

No conflicts of interest.