Adverse reactions to cosmetic ingredients

Dermatol Clin. 2000 Oct;18(4):685-98. doi: 10.1016/s0733-8635(05)70220-5.

Abstract

Numerous cosmetics are used on a daily basis by men, women, and children. Despite a few adverse reactions, cosmetics are a remarkably safe group of products.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Cosmetics / adverse effects*
  • Dermatitis, Allergic Contact / etiology
  • Dermatitis, Photoallergic / etiology
  • Detergents / adverse effects
  • Female
  • Hair Preparations / adverse effects
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Perfume / adverse effects
  • Skin / drug effects
  • Sunscreening Agents / adverse effects
  • Urticaria / chemically induced

Substances

  • Cosmetics
  • Detergents
  • Hair Preparations
  • Perfume
  • Sunscreening Agents