If you really do want to wear perfume but your skin does not react well to it, you should ask your dermatologist to run patch tests and determine what ingredient you are allergic to. Today, manufacturers list down common allergens, usually on the outside of the perfume box. Even though the vast majority may not be allergic to these ingredients, you could be.
The first thing you should try to do is;
1. Avoid the substance causing your allergy in the first place.
2. Once you know what you’re allergic or sensitive to, look for that substance in any perfume you want to buy and never buy it again.
3. Try natural, plant-based perfumes if you still want to achieve a similar scent but want to avoid any of the substances that cause allergies.
4. Choosing a perfume that has minimal ingredients can reduce the chance you’ll have an allergic or sensitivity reaction.
But you can’t always avoid exposure, especially if you live or work with people who wear perfume for personal or professional reasons.
Here are some ways you can help take control of your environment and reduce symptoms of a perfume allergy:
1. Try to avoid common areas where people wearing perfume may walk by and trigger your allergies or sensitivities.
2. Keep a small air purifier near your workspace to help keep your air free of airborne proteins that can trigger your symptoms.
3. Let the people around you know about your allergies, so they can know to avoid wearing perfume around you.
4. Don’t use any scented products at all to minimize your possible exposure to your allergy or sensitivity triggers. This includes candles and air fresheners.
5. Get a flu shot every year to keep your immune system strong.
6. Talk to your employer about keeping your workplace scent-free, especially if you have other coworkers with fragrance allergies or sensitivities.
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