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After years of unexplained skin reactions and treatments that didn't help, a patch test revealed Propylene Glycol as the cause. When the tools to help didn't exist, we built them ourselves.
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Fragrance-Free vs Unscented: What Those Labels Don't Tell You
Neither term is legally defined by the FDA. 45% of moisturizers labeled "fragrance-free" still contain fragrance ingredients. Here's how to actually verify a product is safe.
Read articlePatch Testing: What to Expect Before, During, and After
The gold standard for diagnosing contact allergies — explained from the patient's perspective, including what your results actually mean and what to do with them.
Read articleMethylisothiazolinone (MI) Allergy: The Preservative Epidemic
In 2013, the European Society of Contact Dermatitis named MI the "Contact Allergen of the Year." Here's why it became so prevalent, and what to look for on labels.
Read articlePropylene Glycol Allergy: The Complete Guide
One of the most common yet hardest-to-avoid contact allergens. Where Propylene Glycol hides, how to identify every form it takes on a label, and what safe alternatives actually work.
Read articleParabens in Skincare: Separating Science from Marketing
The "paraben-free" label is everywhere. But what does the evidence actually say about parabens as allergens, endocrine disruptors, and health risks?
Read articleHow to Read INCI Ingredient Labels on Skincare Products
The ingredient list on your skincare is written in a standardized scientific language. How to decode it, spot the allergens hiding in plain sight, and understand the fragrance black box.
Read articleNickel Allergy: Symptoms, Sources, and How to Avoid It
Nickel is the most common contact allergen worldwide, affecting up to 17% of women. Where it hides in jewelry, electronics, food, and personal care products — and how to manage it.
Read articleCross-Reactivity: What Your Allergen Scanner App Is Missing
You avoided Fragrance Mix I. But did you know you also need to avoid Linalool, Limonene, and 14 other chemicals in the same family? Here's why cross-reactivity is the blind spot in every allergen scanner except one.
Read articleEndocrine Disruptors in Baby Products — And How to Avoid Them
Parabens, phthalates, and UV filters banned in the EU are still legal in US baby products. Here's what every parent should check before buying lotion, sunscreen, or diaper cream.
Read articleContact Dermatitis: From Patch Testing to Daily Product Choices
You got your patch test results. Now what? A practical guide to turning a list of allergens into confident shopping decisions — without memorizing INCI names.
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