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GlossaryContact Dermatitis

skin inflammation caused by direct contact with irritants or allergens

Contact Dermatitis is a skin condition that occurs when the skin comes into direct contact with a substance that causes an allergic reaction (Allergic Contact Dermatitis) or irritation (Irritant Contact Dermatitis). Symptoms typically include redness, itching, and inflammation at the site of contact. It is important to identify and avoid the triggering substance to manage and prevent further episodes.

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Positive Lymphocyte Transformation Test in a Patient with Allergic Contact Dermatitis of the Scalp After Short-Term Use of Topical Minoxidil Solution

research Positive lymphocyte transformation test in a patient with allergic contact dermatitis of the scalp after short-term use of topical minoxidil solution

38 citations , June 2005 in “Contact Dermatitis”

Patient had scalp allergy from minoxidil; test helped identify cause and suggest alternative treatments.

research Contact dermatitis to Minoxidil

34 citations , September 1985 in “Contact Dermatitis”

Minoxidil can cause skin irritation like eczema and rash in some users.

research Contact Dermatitis Associated With Nail Care Products: Retrospective Analysis of North American Contact Dermatitis Group Data, 2001–2016

33 citations , April 2020 in “Dermatitis”

Hair care products often cause contact dermatitis, especially in women and hairdressers.

research Allergic contact dermatitis from minoxidil

32 citations , May 1995 in “Contact Dermatitis”

Minoxidil can cause allergic reactions, but testing helps identify the cause.

research Allergic contact dermatitis to Minoxidil

29 citations , August 1985 in “Contact Dermatitis”

Minoxidil can cause allergic reactions like burning, itching, and red bumps.

research Contact dermatitis in reaction to 2% topical minoxidil solution

23 citations , April 1991 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology”

Minoxidil solution can cause skin irritation and allergies in some users.

research Pustular allergic contact dermatitis caused by fragrances

19 citations , February 2015 in “Contact dermatitis”

Avoiding certain fragrances improved the man's skin condition.

research Allergic contact dermatitis from glycerin in a moisturizing cream

17 citations , October 2003 in “Contact dermatitis”

Glycerin in hand cream can cause allergic skin reactions.

research Pigmented contact dermatitis from topical minoxidil 5%

17 citations , April 2002 in “Contact Dermatitis”

Minoxidil 5% caused skin discoloration in a man using it for hair loss.

research Pustular allergic contact dermatitis from minoxidil

17 citations , May 1998 in “Contact Dermatitis”

Minoxidil can cause pustular allergic reactions on skin.

research Common Allergens Identified Based on Patch Test Results in Patients with Suspected Contact Dermatitis of the Scalp

16 citations , December 2016 in “Skin appendage disorders”

Nickel, cobalt, balsam of Peru, fragrance mix, carba mix, and propylene glycol are common allergens causing scalp contact dermatitis.

research Discoid lupus erythematosus exacerbated by contact dermatitis caused by use of squaric acid dibutylester for topical immunotherapy in a patient with alopecia areata

15 citations , March 2008 in “The Journal of Dermatology”

Topical squaric acid dibutylester worsened discoid lupus erythematosus in a patient.

research Contact dermatitis to phenol‐formaldehyde resin in two plywood factory workers

15 citations , July 2002 in “Australasian Journal of Dermatology”

Two plywood factory workers developed contact dermatitis from phenol-formaldehyde resin, a known allergen.

research Contact dermatitis due to topical traditional Chinese medication

15 citations , July 1997 in “Clinics in Dermatology”

Traditional Chinese medications can cause skin reactions, and better testing and reporting are needed to identify allergens.

research Practical contact dermatitis

15 citations , March 1996 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology”

The book "Practical Contact Dermatitis" is useful for dermatologists but could be more user-friendly.

research Allergic contact dermatitis from Minoxidil

14 citations , July 1987 in “Contact Dermatitis”

Minoxidil can cause allergic skin reactions in some users.

research Allergic contact dermatitis from Minoxidil

13 citations , January 1988 in “Contact Dermatitis”

Some patients using Minoxidil for baldness developed allergic skin reactions.

research Allergic contact dermatitis to superglue

11 citations , January 2013 in “International Journal of Trichology”

A man got an allergic skin reaction from using superglue on a wig.

research Erosive pustular dermatosis of the scalp after contact dermatitis from a prosthetic hair piece

9 citations , March 2017 in “JAAD Case Reports”

A woman's scalp condition improved with specific ointment after a hair piece caused skin issues.

research Allergic contact dermatitis from minoxidil

9 citations , January 1992 in “Contact Dermatitis”

Some people using minoxidil for hair loss developed an allergic skin reaction, often related to an ingredient that helps minoxidil work better.

research Contact Dermatitis Caused by Topical Minoxidil: Case Reports and Review of the Literature

9 citations , March 1991 in “American Journal of Contact Dermatitis”

Minoxidil can cause allergic skin reactions, especially in long-term users.

Allergic Contact Dermatitis from Dyes in Wigs Following Diphenylcyclopropenone Treatment

research Allergic contact dermatitis from dyes in wigs following diphencyprone treatment

8 citations , September 2004 in “Contact dermatitis”

Avoiding dyed wigs and clothing improved severe allergic reactions in a woman treated with diphencyprone.

research Facial contact dermatitis due to spironolactone in an anti‐acne cream

6 citations , November 1993 in “Contact dermatitis”

Spironolactone in anti-acne cream can cause allergic skin reactions in some people.

research An Unusual Case of Contact Dermatitis

5 citations , January 2017 in “Skin appendage disorders”

A man developed an allergic skin reaction from a therapy cap used for hair loss treatment.

Ammonium Bisulfite Contact Dermatitis: Face Eczema Due to a Bleaching Ointment Used During Hair-Dyeing

research Ammonium bisulfite contact dermatitis: face eczema due to a bleaching ointment used during hair‐dying

5 citations , July 2006 in “Contact dermatitis”

Ammonium bisulfite in hair bleach can cause facial eczema.

research Therapeutic synergy between contact dermatitis from a wig‐fixing device and tofacitinib on alopecia areata

4 citations , September 2018 in “The Journal of Dermatology”

A man's hair regrew from alopecia areata after using tofacitinib and experiencing contact dermatitis from a wig device.

research Contact Dermatitis Caused by Topical Minoxidil: Case Reports and Review of the Literature

4 citations , March 1991 in “Dermatitis”

Minoxidil can cause skin reactions, so testing is important for those with side effects.

Airborne Contact Dermatitis from Using Pericarp Juice of Indian Marking Nut for Treating Hair Loss

research Airborne contact dermatitis apparently acquired as a result of using pericarp juice from an Indian marking nut as a home remedy to treat patchy hair loss

3 citations , March 2019 in “Contact Dermatitis”

Using Indian marking nut sap for hair loss caused a skin rash on a woman's face.

research Contact Dermatitis Associated with Alopecia and Hyperpigmentation

3 citations , September 2017 in “Pediatric Dermatology”

Avoiding allergens can improve skin and hair conditions in adults with allergic reactions.

research Androgenetic alopecia – is contact dermatitis an accelerating factor?

3 citations , February 1990 in “Contact Dermatitis”

Contact dermatitis may speed up hair loss in some cases.