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Illustration. Symptoms and how to test hair dye allergy. (iStockphoto/AlenaPaulus)
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Hair dye allergies can occur when the skin reacts with the content in coloring products that are considered harmful by the body.
If not treated immediately, allergies hair dye can also cause severe symptoms. Here are the symptoms and how to test for a hair dye allergy.
Hair dye allergies are generally caused by chemicals in dyes, namely para-phenylenediamine (PPD). The chemical content is usually mixed with peroxide which functions to change hair color.
Quoted from healthline, there are many names for PPD in hair dyes sold in the market, such as PPDA, 1,4-Benzenediamine and Phenylenediamine, p-diaminobenzema, 4-phenylenediamine, 4-aminoaniline and 1,4-diaminobenzene.
Besides PPD, there are other chemicals, namely para-toluenediamine (PTD), which can be tolerated better by the hair and head. However, these ingredients can still cause allergies for some people.
A person can also experience allergies or other symptoms from ingredients such as ammonia, resorcinol, and peroxide that are in hair dye.
So, when someone has an allergy, the chemicals from hair dye react with the immune system and trigger the body to produce an allergic reaction.
Hair Color Allergy Symptoms
Symptoms of hair dye allergy can be experienced by anyone. It’s just that allergic reactions and the severity of each person can be different, as quoted by Medical News Today.
Here are some symptoms of a hair dye allergy that can occur.
1. Contact dermatitis
The symptoms of contact dermatitis are relatively mild and are usually experienced by someone who is actually not allergic to hair dye.
That type of reaction may be more common when someone switches brands with a different dye formulation. The reaction will usually appear within 48 hours.
Symptoms include:
red, dry, blistered or cracked skin. scalp feels tight or feels like it’s on fire.
2. Hypersensitivity type 4
Type 4 hypersensitivity includes a delayed type of reaction compared to other types of hypersensitivity. Type 4 hypersensitivity will react within a few hours after exposure.
Symptoms include:
the skin of the body, scalp, ears and neck will be red and inflamed or a burning sensation appears hives in the form of red spots and difficulty swallowing and breathing problems swelling of the eyelids, lips, hands or feet
3. Anaphylactic shock
Anaphylactic shock is a severe allergic reaction that can be fatal. Someone could experience anaphylactic shock or type 1 hypersensitivity from using hair dye.
Symptoms include:
rash, hives, or redness of the skin swelling of the face swelling of the throat tightness or difficulty breathing sudden drop in blood pressure rapid heartbeat loss of consciousness or fainting nausea vomiting
How to test for hair dye allergy
Quoted from page NHS, There are a number of ways to find out if you are allergic to hair dye or not. This is important to do to prevent allergic reactions due to the chemical content in the dyes.
1. Simple patch test
You can do a patch test (skin patch test) before applying hair dye. Dab a small amount of hair dye behind your ear or the inside of your arm and let it dry.
Everyone’s irritation or allergic reaction can be different, but usually symptoms will appear shortly after the skin is exposed to the product used.
If you experience irritation or other symptoms such as redness and heat after the patch test, do not use the product. We recommend that you switch to another product that doesn’t elicit any response when performing a patch test.
2. Allergy test in clinic
You can do an allergy examination at a doctor or clinic to determine what allergens can trigger allergies. Examination methods for detecting allergies vary.
Doing an allergy test at the clinic helps you identify what triggers allergies and needs to be avoided.
Even if you don’t have an allergy to hair dye, there are a number of things that must be considered to stay safe. Here are the tips.
Do not leave it longer than the recommended time Wear gloves when applying the dye Rinse your hair thoroughly. Follow the instructions on the package.
This is an explanation of the symptoms and how to test for hair dye allergy that you need to know. Hope it is useful!
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