What is clothing allergy?
Clothing contact eczema, also known as clothing allergy, is an allergic eczema that can occur on any part of the body.
Certain substances present in clothing and accessories have been clearly identified as posing a risk of contact allergy and dermatitis, and are therefore a cause of eczema . Depending on the situation, it may be a leather allergy, a glue allergy, a rubber allergy , a dye allergy or a metal allergy.
In some cases, the lesions do not correspond to contact eczema but to irritative dermatitis. This does not involve the immune system and can affect anyone, allergic or not, who comes into contact with an irritant substance. When it comes to clothing and accessories, friction, perspiration and clothing that is too tight can all contribute to the development of genuine contact eczema.
What is the best way to treat clothing allergy?
However, the best treatment for contact eczema remains avoidance, i.e. the elimination of the offending allergen in order to prevent future flare-ups.
What is the best way to avoid clothing allergy?
As a general rule, in the event of eczema and sensitive skin, opt for natural materials such as cotton and loose-fitting clothes to limit perspiration and rubbing. Don't forget to wash new clothes before wearing them to remove residues of dyes or other potentially irritating and/or allergenic chemicals.
Please note that many patients suffer from a combination of causes of eczema: weather conditions, perspiration, stress, pollen, food, etc. It is always best to have your treatment at hand to quickly combat the discomfort.