Medical Articles
The Skin Enemy Hiding Behind Labels: Propylene Glycol
In 2018, the American Contact Dermatitis Society named an ingredient common to many cosmetics, topical skin products, foods, medications, and even clothing the Allergen of the Year due to its increasing prevalence and potential risks for individuals with skin allergies and sensitivities.
The Hidden Threat: Black Rubber Mix and its Impact on Skin Allergies
The primary strategy for individuals with skin allergies and sensitivities is to avoid contact with brm as much as possible. Examining household products containing rubber and opting for latex-free clothing is not only essential but necessary.
Here’s Why People with Sciatica Should Avoid Tight Clothing
You may not be aware of it, but wearing constrictive clothes, particularly those with extremely tight waistbands, can distress the largest nerve in the body called sciatic nerve, causing pain, numbness, and tingling sensations from the lower back down to the feet.
The 4As of Managing Latex Allergy
In observance of Latex Allergy Awareness Week, Cottonique reminds everyone to keep their skin safe from latex-related products by using our 100% organic cotton clothes, ultimately preventing unwanted allergic reactions.
Can Menopause Trigger Skin Allergies?
Every woman entering the menopause stage knows about the typical night sweats, mood swings, and hot flashes associated with the transition. Skin allergies, on the other hand, may sit at the lower end of the spectrum.
The Dangers of Spandex
The production of spandex takes a lot of raw materials, toxic chemicals, and nonrenewable energy sources — a process that makes the fabric unsustainable, hazardous to health, and environmentally harmful.
The Atopic March: Dealing with Allergic Conditions
Pollen, food choices, dust, harsh chemicals, and fabrics — these are just some of the triggers that can cause allergic reactions in susceptible people. While allergic conditions seem more common in young groups, the symptoms they have can still progress over the years, affecting different age groups.
3 Effective Ways to Remove Formaldehyde in Clothing
Despite its many useful purposes, the presence of formaldehyde in clothes can be harmful to people with skin conditions and sensitivities. Here's how to remove them.
Irritant VS. Allergic Contact Dermatitis: What's the Difference?
A person who has been exposed to a foreign substance may likely experience the two main types of contact dermatitis. Here's the difference between irritant contact dermatitis (ICD) and allergic contact dermatitis (ACD).
How Long Will It Take For Fabrics to Decompose?
We believe that everyone should concern themselves with the environmental impact of their everyday clothing choices. From synthetic fabrics to organic cotton garments, here is a decomposition timeline that everyone should know about.
Allergy-Free Wardrobe Guide: 5 Clothing Tips for People with Interstitial Cystitis
Any clothing that constricts the stomach and tightens the pelvic area can prevent you from being comfortable, especially when you have Interstitial Cystitis.
4 Factors to Consider when Choosing the Right Bra for Hiatal Hernia
Bras that constantly constrict and press against your upper stomach and chest do not deserve a spot in your closet. To prevent discomfort from happening, here are the 4 factors that every women should consider when buying the right bra.