Allergies may be caused by food.food, cosmetics, flowering of some plants or animal hair. But, in addition to this, there is another fairly strong and dangerous allergen. Powder allergy can occur in both adults and children. To protect your family from skin rashes and other unpleasant manifestations of an allergic reaction, you need to learn how to choose a safe detergent.
The composition of washing powders
There are many varieties on salehousehold chemicals, differing among themselves by manufacturer, price, composition. As a rule, their components are basically the same, with the exception of special products that are classified as hypoallergenic (they do not manifest allergy to powder when used). Main components:
• ПАВ (поверхностно-активные вещества).They are the main components of washing powders (anionic, cationic and non-ionic). Anionic - the most effective and inexpensive, but at the same time the most dangerous for the body.
• Phosphates (phosphonates, phosphates).These components are necessary for water softening. Possess strong toxicity, increase the negative effect of surfactants. In some countries they are not allowed to be added to laundry detergent.
• Chemical bleaches are chlorine-containing substances that are dangerous in themselves. Their negative impact is enhanced by combining them with dirt of biological origin.
• Enzymes - they are designed to better remove dirt.
What component of the powder causes allergies?
Mostly cause an allergic reactionphosphates, flavors and whitening ingredients. They are dangerous because they remain on things after washing and are not removed from it even after rinsing. From this it follows that allergy to laundry detergent can occur in two ways:
- when using the product gets on the skin;
- we put on clean linen, which was washed with powder.
When using any detergent, care must be taken.
Causes of the negative impact of washing powder
The negative impact of the detergent may occur if the conditions for handling it are not observed. The main recommendations for the use of detergents:
• do not use large amounts of powder;
• household chemicals should not be stored near food, and they should be kept out of the reach of children;
• powder allergy can occur due to hand washing without the use of gloves;
• so that particles of the detergent do not get into the respiratory system, it should be carefully poured into the washing machine;
• thoroughly rinse clothes;
• it is impossible to wash baby clothes with the same detergent as adult clothes;
• It is best not to use cheap laundry detergents.
Powder Allergy: Symptoms
Signs of allergies can be one symptom or more at once. This is due to the individual characteristics of the body and depends on the type of contact with the detergent:
• Powder allergy:symptoms of contact dermatitis - a rash of nodular or vesicular character in places of contact with the skin of a detergent or clothes, on which there are particles. Rash accompanied by itching, swelling, peeling.
• Allergic conjunctivitis is manifested by redness of the eyes, tearing, itching, photophobia.
• How does a powder allergy manifest when inhaling its particles? Usually begins rhinitis, also characterized by coughing, sneezing, nasal discharge.
• Allergic asthma - asthma, shortness of breath.
Powder allergy in a child
The child due to age features can notexplain and show what bothers him. Parents can recognize the disease and help the baby, for this they need to imagine what an allergy to laundry detergent looks like. Photo allergic rash presented in the article.
• There is a small red rash on the skin.
• What does a powder allergy look like? roughness and peeling of the skin is observed.
• There is a constant itching of the affected areas.
• Observed swelling of the skin.
When particles of a detergent enter the respiratory tract, a persistent cough appears, which is accompanied by asthma attacks.
It is worth noting that allergic to powderThe baby is manifested not only by rashes on the skin, but also by various disorders of the bowel (bloating, violation of the chair). Treatment of allergic manifestations in children should be not only with the use of local antiallergic drugs (creams, ointments), but it is also necessary to give the child money that will remove toxins from the body. Quite often there is an allergy to powder "Eared nannies", which is associated with its composition, which has a large amount of phosphates. In this case, you should consult with a pediatrician before buying powder for washing baby clothes. If allergic symptoms occur in a child, first of all it is necessary to eliminate the allergen, give the baby an antihistamine, appropriate for his age, and contact a pediatrician, in severe cases, promptly call for emergency care.
How to choose a safe laundry detergent
• Allergy to laundry detergent most often occurs due to the presence of phosphates in it, so make sure that they are not in the composition.
• Hypoallergenic detergent should not contain strong flavors and fragrances.
• High-quality laundry detergent should not foam too much.
• A good product should have a smooth lump free mass.
• The package must contain its composition in different languages, as well as the address of the manufacturer.
• Hypoallergenic household chemicals are best purchased in specialized stores.
Allergy treatment
With manifestations of allergy, antihistamine medication is indicated:
• "Fenistil";
• "Suprastin";
• Tavegil;
• "Coaritin";
• "Diazolin";
• "Cetrin".
For topical administration, these drugs are prescribed:
• "Fenistil-gel";
• "Solcoseryl";
• "Video Test".
In the presence of strong scratching and cracking, antimicrobial and wound-healing preparations are prescribed:
• "Bepanten";
• "Curiozin";
• "Methyluracil ointment."
If the rash appears in the form of bubbles with transparent contents and a wet surface, then medications are prescribed:
• "Elokom";
• "Dermozolon";
• Belosalik.
In addition, sedatives are prescribed:
• "Persen";
• "Novo-Passit";
• "Trivalimen";
• "Glitsed";
• Corvaltab.
In addition to treatment, the patient is shown a hypoallergenic diet.
Folk allergy methods
In combination with the use of medicines, you can use effective traditional treatment methods.
• Bath with soda well eliminates itching andsoothes the skin. In a bath with water dissolve half a cup of soda. It is recommended to take a bath for 30 minutes. After applying ointment on the skin. The procedure can be carried out in the morning and evening.
• Dried dandelion roots and burdock relieve itching andreduce the rash. Ingredients must be crushed. 2 tbsp. add the mixture to 600 ml of water. Insist the night. Boil in the morning and leave to infuse for 30 minutes. Broth take 100 ml 5 times a day.
• Shevchenko's mixture is effective against allergies.Mix 30 g of unrefined oil with 30 g of vodka and drink. The mixture is recommended to drink 10 days, 3 times a day before meals at the same time. Then take a 5-day break. Then you can repeat the treatment, after which a break for 2 weeks. Also, this composition can be used for the treatment of allergic skin.
If you are allergic to powder in a child, it is strictly forbidden to use the methods of traditional medicine. It is necessary to show the baby to the doctor who prescribes the necessary treatment.
Preventive measures
It is better to prevent the disease than to treat it, so simple preventive measures should be followed.
• Powder allergy occurs due to the presence of phosphates in its composition, which means that it is best to use hypoallergenic powders.
• Household chemicals must be stored in a sealed package.
• During washing, you should observe the doses of detergent indicated on the package.
• When hand washing, be sure to wear gloves.
• After washing with a powder, it is recommended to rinse the laundry several times.
An allergic reaction to the powder depends onindividual features of the organism, how sensitive it is to certain components. But unfortunately, today there are common cases of allergy to powders due to non-compliance by manufacturers of standards for the manufacture of detergents. Therefore, before buying, carefully review their composition, especially if they are designed for washing baby clothes.
