Do you develop red, itchy bumps around your ankles hours after hiking through the woods? Did a rash appear on your neck after you wore a new necklace? Has your face broken out in hives during an afternoon at the beach?
Poison ivy, jewelry made of certain metals (especially nickel or gold) and sunscreen all can cause contact dermatitis — a skin condition that results from exposure to something to which you’re either sensitive or allergic. If you feel like you could have contact dermatitis, use the Find an Allergist tool to find expert care near you to help you take back control of your life
Other common irritants or allergens include:
- Fragrant soaps
- Rubber
- Certain deodorants
- Bleach
- Hand sanitizers