Fragrance contact dermatitis: a worldwide multicenter investigation (Part II)

Contact Dermatitis. 2001 Jun;44(6):344-6. doi: 10.1034/j.1600-0536.2001.044006344.x.

Abstract

The purpose of this study was to determine the frequency of responses to selected fragrance materials in patients who were fragrance sensitive. 178 patients were evaluated in 8 centers worldwide with a fragrance mix (FM) and 20 other fragrance materials. Reaction to the fragrance mixture (FM) occurred in 78.7% of the subjects. Substances reacting at a rate of 2% or higher included jasmine absolute, geranium oil bourbon, l-citronellol, spearmint oil, 1,3,4,6,7,8-hexahydro-4,6,6,7,8,8-hexamethylcyclopenta-gamma-2-benzopyran, omega-6-hexadecenlactone, dimethyltetrahydrobenzaldehyde (isomer mixture), and alpha-amylcinnamaldehyde. These chemicals should be furthur evaluated to corroborate their allergenicity. We are constantly looking for new fragrance allergens to extend the diagnostic capability of the fragrance mix (FM).

Publication types

  • Clinical Trial
  • Multicenter Study
  • Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't

MeSH terms

  • Allergens / adverse effects
  • Allergens / chemistry
  • Dermatitis, Allergic Contact / etiology*
  • Humans
  • Patch Tests
  • Perfume / adverse effects*
  • Perfume / chemistry
  • Sensitivity and Specificity

Substances

  • Allergens
  • Perfume