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The Top Ten Cosmetic Skin Irritants

Posted on October 11, 2008

Learn from the Left Brain How many of you Beauty Brains faithful have experienced some kind of temporary skin rash, reddening, or itchiness? That condition is known as allergic contact dermatitis and this study by the Mayo Clinic lists the top 10 ingredients that can cause the condition. The list includes metals, antibiotics, fragrance ingredients, and various preservatives. If you experience this condition the best solution is to avoid these ingredients!Here they are in no particular order.Top 10 Skin Irritants1. Nickel (nickel sulfate hexahydrate): Found in jewelry or on your clothes.2...

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