Allergies and Skin Rashes - Chemicals and Foods to Avoid

There are a number of responses which indicate an allergic reaction including wheezing,  hives, headaches, puffy eyes, and eczema dermatitis problems. Fragrances, mold, multiple chemical sensitivities and food reactions are in the news daily and discussed in many internet forums. Allergic contact dermatitis can occur due to belt buckles or jewelry resulting in severe skin rashes.

We don't pay attention always, but some people will react to perfumes, carpet that was just installed, new home construction materials and cleaning products. Medications such as antibiotics can cause rashes in those sensitive to the penicillin family or another substance.. Pay attention when you see a skin eruption reaction to factors such as new products used, recent paint jobs, formaldehyde responses and triggers from benzenes.

When you can find the triggers that cause your skin rash or breathing difficulties, it is a sigh of relief as you are no longer in the dark about it and can stop suspecting everything around you as a possible allergen or trigger. If you are experiencing an eczema rash or different type of red itchy rash, be careful about purchasing fabric softeners, plug ins of fragrance in your outlets and strong deodorants and sprays. Some people may even react to scented candles , the ink in newspapers, marker pens and dryer sheets. Also if you get fragrance free products check them out carefully as some keep the chemicals but just cover the fragrance with a different substance to mask it. You don't want a substitute chemical.

Zinc, Vitamin E and Vitamin C and flax seed oil are helpful for the immune system and  also good for your skin health. If you don't have success from seeing a dermatologist or an allergist, consider a consult with an immunologist. They may have a perspective to catch something that was missed in your other appointments.

If you have a terrible rash, look at the labels of everything you ingest as well as use in your home. Some people are allergic to parabens. Smoke of course can also cause reactions for the skin and isn't just limited to respiratory complaints.