Dr. Jasmine Gandhi, a dermatologist at Kaya Limited (India), said that many permanent hair dye products contain paraphenylenediamine (PPD), a substance known to have a common cause of contact dermatitis.
A reaction to PPD can be just a mild irritation of the scalp, but it can also progress to a severe allergy, even affecting the whole body, Buddha warned.
A series of common allergic symptoms
According to Dr. Buddha, warning signs of the body reacting to hair dye include: red scalp, itching or irritation; skin inflammation around the neck, forehead, ears and eyes; swelling of face, lips, eyes, hands or feet; blisters; burning sensation, acne; changes in skin pigmentation; and dryness, cracking skin...
In rare cases, the reaction can be more serious, leading to anaphylactic shock. This is a medical emergency that occurs after just a few minutes with symptoms such as dizziness, shortness of breath, swelling of the throat, nausea, vomiting or even unconsciousness, according to hindusttimes.
If this happens, patients need to go to a medical facility immediately, emphasized ba Buddha.
How to handle and prevent
With a mild reaction, washing away the dye and applying a mild anti-inflammatory cream can help control symptoms.
However, Dr. Gandhi recommends not to arbitrarily take anti- histamine drugs but to consult a doctor. In particular, even if only a mild reaction occurs at first, the following dyeing is still at risk of becoming more severe.
To prevent this, the best way is to test it on your skin at least 48 hours before dyeing, even if you have used the product.
People with PPD allergies may switch to products containing para-toluenediamine (PTD), which are less irritating.
In addition, choosing a dye that does not contain PPD or am am amoniac is also a safer solution.
Hair dyeing brings confidence and a fresh look, but health safety always needs to be given top priority.
Understanding the ingredients of the product, listening to the body's reaction and taking experimental steps before dyeing will help you enjoy new beauty safely.
