Hypoallergenic cosmetics
		0%	Hypoallergenic cosmetics are products that manufacturers claim produce fewer allergenic reactions than other cosmetic products. Consumers with hypersensitive skin, and even those with "normal" skin, are told that these products will be gentler to their skin than non-hypoallergenic cosmetics. A great overview Margaret Morrison FDA Center for Food Safety & Applied Nutrition   USA
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			Latex Allergies
		0%	There are three main types of reactions to latex. Only two of them can correctly be termed allergies. It is important for people with skin irritation who frequently contact natural rubber products, especially latex gloves, to determine whether skin reactions are an irritation or allergy. Only after diagnosis, can proper steps be taken to remedy the condition. Quantum - Lab Incorporated   USA
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			Latex Allergy
		0%	Allergies to latex rubber have only been recognised in the last 20 years, and are increasing in frequency. The reasons are uncertain, but the increased use of latex gloves in health care settings like hospitals in the last 12 years and changes in manufacturing practices (due to increased demand) are probable contributors. Australasian Society of Clinical Immunology and Allergy   Australia
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			Mercapto Mix - Contact Dermatitis
		100%	Mercapto mix, which contains the following three alergens: N-cyclohexylbenzothiazyl-sulfenamide, dibenzothiazyl disulfide, and morpholinylmercaptobenzothiazole. These allergens are rubber additives known as accelerators. Where Mercapto Mix Is Found How to Avoid Mercapto Mix How to Test a Product for Possible Use Synonyms/Components of Mercapto Mix Chemical Ingredients in Mercapto Mix and Their Common Trade Names How to Read Product Labels Material Safety Data Sheets Examples of Products Containing Mercapto Mix Examples of Products Free of Mercapto Mix An extremely valuable resource. T.R.U.E. Test - Allergen Patch Test   USA
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			Mercaptobenzothiazole (MBT) - Contact Dermatitis
		100%	The rubber additive known as mercaptobenzothiazole (MBT), is used as an accelerator in the manufacture of rubber. Where Mercaptobenzothiazole Is Found How to Avoid Mercaptobenzothiazole Synonyms/Components of Mercaptobenzothiazole Other Substances to Which You May React How to Read Product Labels Material Safety Data Sheets Examples of Products Containing Mercaptobenzothiazole Examples of Products Free of Mercaptobenzothiazole An extremely valuable resource. T.R.U.E. Test - Allergen Patch Test   USA
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			Neomycin - Contact Dermatitis
		0%	Neomycin, a commonly used topical antibiotic that may be found in both prescription and nonprescription medicines. Where Neomycin is found How to Avoid Neomycin Other Substances to Which You May React How to Read Product Labels Examples of Products Containing Neomycin Examples of Products Free of Neomycin An extremely valuable resource. T.R.U.E. Test - Allergen Patch Test   USA
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			Nickel Allergy
		100%	Contact allergic dermatitis to nickel may develop at any age. Once this nickel allergy has occurred, it persists for many years, often life-long. What is it? Images. Treatment. Low nickel diet. A very good overview. DermNet   New Zealand
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			Nickel Sulfate - Contact Dermatitis
		0%	Where Nickel Is Found How to Avoid Nickel How to Test a Metal Object for Nickel How to Test a Cosmetic Product for Possible Use Other Substances to Which You May React How to Read Product Labels Material Safety Data Sheets An extremely valuable resource. T.R.U.E. Test - Allergen Patch Test   USA
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			Occupational Dermatitis
		0%	What is dermatitis?, What are the signs?, What can cause occupational dermatitis?, Am I at risk?, Treatment, What can I do?, Prof Morris Cooke NHS Plus   United Kingdom
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			Occupational Skin Disease
		0%	What is an Occupational Skin Disease ? What are some causes of OSD ? How can OSD be recognised ? What should be done for OSD ? Can OSD be prevented ? A shortish but good article. National Skin Centre, Singapore (NSC) Skin Web.   Singapore
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