Fragrance, Scent Allergies
Millions of people use perfumes all over the world for its scent and fragrance. It is used since centuries to mask the unpleasant odor. Perfumes and fragrances are made from various chemicals and they are used in toiletries, soaps, cosmetics, lotions and food preparations.
This fragrance of perfume can cause allergy in people who are sensitive to it.
Symptoms Of Perfume Allergy
- Allergic rhinitis: it is one of the most common perfume allergies. Running nose and sneezing are often associated when the person inhales the smell of perfume.
- Asthma and breathing difficulty is often seen in persons having perfume allergy.
- Watering of eyes and itching in eyes.
- Skin rash and itching with hives.
- Headache and sinusitis.
- Tingling in mouth and throat.
- Nausea and vomiting.
The allergenic chemical present in perfumes and fragrances are: Benzyl alcohol, benzyl salicylate, anisyl alcohol, camphor, terpinene, terpineol, eugenol, geraniol etc.
Even if you do not spray on the perfume, you can suffer from perfume allergy. Because perfumes and fragrances are used in various products, such as soaps, shampoo, deodorants, cosmetics, pesticides, candles and laundry detergents.
Perfume Allergy Treatment
- Treating perfume allergy is very difficult since you come across many products that contain artificial scents.
- To avoid scent allergy if you are prone to it, you should look for products that are labeled as perfume free.
- You should immediately consult your doctor if you are suffering from perfume allergy. He may prescribe you with bronchodilator in case of asthma and anti histaminic medicine. Do not self medicate. It may harm your body.
- You can wear an air mask to avoid perfume allergy when you are outdoor.
- Eating vitamin and mineral rich natural preparations is beneficial to improve your immune system.