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What Causes Burning Sensation On Face After Using A New Makeup Product?

On the 8th of April I had an allergic reaction to a new makeup product. I discounted using the product but the rash on my face got worse. I broke out in hives and my face was visibly burnt from the product. After three weeks on antihistamines –without improvement– I was then put on Pednisolone to calm my immune system. Thankfully that worked, however, my face burns every time I try to put any makeup on. I m so concerned and overwhelmed that I can t wear makeup. I went back to my G.P and she said don t put anything on my face and refused to give me a referral to a specialist. I m now doing test patches and painstakingly trying to cross reference and work out what ingredient in the original makeup caused this reaction. I ve started a gluten free diet and caffeine seems to aggravate it. I m keeping a diary of everything I consume and use on my skin. Any help would be appreciated. Thank you Belinda
Tue, 9 Jun 2015
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Hi Dear Belinda,

Completely understanding your concern.

Brief answer - Cosmetics Allergy

As per your query you have symptoms of burning sensation on face with use of every new make up product which is because of increased sensitivity of your skin to cosmetics and ingredients. It could be possible that you are using number of active ingredients at a single time or you are allergic to particular ingredient.

I would suggest you to beware of type of product, dosage and frequency of usage. Use Bland emollients such as cetomacrogol cream to soothe and relieve dryness from burning sensation. Hydrocortisones are very effective for cosmetic allergy. reduce frequency of usage.

Visit dermatologist once and go for open application test that will solve your problem regarding choice of cosmetics and your skin will stay protected. you can go for patch test as well.

Hope your concern has been resolved.

Get Well Soon.
Dr. Harry Maheshwari

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What Causes Burning Sensation On Face After Using A New Makeup Product?

Hi Dear Belinda, Completely understanding your concern. Brief answer - Cosmetics Allergy As per your query you have symptoms of burning sensation on face with use of every new make up product which is because of increased sensitivity of your skin to cosmetics and ingredients. It could be possible that you are using number of active ingredients at a single time or you are allergic to particular ingredient. I would suggest you to beware of type of product, dosage and frequency of usage. Use Bland emollients such as cetomacrogol cream to soothe and relieve dryness from burning sensation. Hydrocortisones are very effective for cosmetic allergy. reduce frequency of usage. Visit dermatologist once and go for open application test that will solve your problem regarding choice of cosmetics and your skin will stay protected. you can go for patch test as well. Hope your concern has been resolved. Get Well Soon. Dr. Harry Maheshwari