The Skin Enemy Hiding Behind Labels: Propylene Glycol

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 allergen in question? Propylene Glycol.

The Dangers of Spandex

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

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 Different Ways Lupus Affects the Skin

3 Different Ways Lupus Affects the Skin

While nothing can substitute an effective treatment agreed by both the patient and the patient, certain health habits may still contribute to relieving the effects of lupus to the skin.

November 24, 2020 — Nathan Mariano