The appearance of allergies can be caused by food, cosmetics, the flowering of some plants or the hair of animals. But, besides this, there is another rather strong and dangerous allergen. Allergy to powder can occur in both adults and children. To protect your family from rashes on the skin and other unpleasant manifestations of an allergic reaction, you need to learn how to choose a safe detergent.
Composition of detergent powders
There are many varieties of household chemistry on sale, differing from each other by the manufacturer, the price, the composition. As a rule, they have essentially the same components, except for special drugs that are classified as hypoallergenic( they do not show allergy to the powder).Main components:
• Surfactants. They are the main components of detergent powders( anionic, cationic and nonionic).Anionic - the most effective and inexpensive, but at the same time, the most dangerous for the body.
• Phosphates( phosphonates, phosphorites).These components are necessary for water softening. Have a strong toxicity, enhance the negative impact of surfactants. In some countries, they are not allowed to be added to laundry detergent.
• Chemical brighteners are chlorine-containing substances that are dangerous per se. Their negative impact is enhanced by combining them with mud of biological origin.
• Enzymes - they are designed for better removal of contaminants.
What component of the powder causes an allergy
In general, allergic reaction is caused by phosphates, flavors and bleaching components. They are dangerous because they stay on things after washing and do not leave it even after rinsing. It follows that an allergy to a detergent can occur in two ways:
- when used, the product gets on the skin;
- we put on clean clothes that were washed with powder.
When using any detergent, precautions must be observed.
Causes of detrimental effect of detergent
The negative effect of the detergent may be manifested if the handling conditions are not respected. The main recommendations for the use of detergents:
• it is forbidden to use a large amount of powder;
• household chemicals should not be stored near food, and they should be kept away from children;
• powder allergy may occur due to manual washing without the use of gloves;
• so that the particles of the detergent do not fall into the respiratory system, it must be neatly filled in the washing machine;
• rinse clothing thoroughly;
• Do not wash children's clothes with the same detergent as adults;
• it is best not to use cheap washing powders.
Allergy to powder: symptoms of
An indication of the appearance of an allergy may be one symptom or several at a time. This is determined by the individual characteristics of the body and depends on the kind of contact with the detergent:
• Powder allergy: symptoms of contact dermatitis - a nodular or bubbling rash in contact with the skin of a detergent or clothing on which its particles remain. Rashes are accompanied by itching, swelling, and scaling.
• Allergic conjunctivitis is manifested by reddening of the eyes, lacrimation, itching, and photophobia develops.
• How does the powder allergy appear when inhaled by its particles? Usually begins a rhinitis, also cough, sneezing, allocation from a nose are characteristic.
• Allergic asthma - attacks of suffocation, shortness of breath.
Allergy to powder in a child
A child due to age characteristics can not explain and show what is bothering him. Recognize the disease and help the baby can parents, for this they must imagine what an allergy to washing powder looks like. Photo of an allergic rash is presented in the article.
• On the skin a small red rash.
• What does allergy to powder look like?there is roughness and peeling of the skin.
• There is constant itching of affected areas.
• Swelling of the skin is observed.
When detergent particles enter the respiratory tract, an incessant cough occurs, accompanied by suffocation.
It should be noted that the allergy to powder in the baby is manifested not only by rashes on the skin, but by all sorts of disorders of the intestine( bloating, stool).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 the means that will remove toxins from the body. Quite often there is an allergy to the powder "Eared Nanny", which is associated with its composition, which has a large number of phosphates. In this case, you should consult a pediatrician before buying a powder for washing baby clothes. In case of allergic symptoms in a child, first of all, it is necessary to eliminate the allergen, give the baby an antihistamine medication appropriate to his age, and go to the pediatrician, in severe cases - immediately call for emergency help.
How to choose a safe detergent for
• Allergy to detergent is most often 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.
• Quality detergent should not foam much.
• A good product should have a homogeneous mass without lumps.
• The packaging must show its composition in different languages, as well as the address of the manufacturer.
• Hypoallergenic household chemicals are best purchased in specialized stores.
Allergy treatment
Allergy manifestations show the use of antihistamines:
• "Fenistil";
• Suprastin;
• "Tavegil";
• "Coaritin";
• "Diazolin";
• "Cetrin".
For topical use, prescribe such medicines:
• "Fenistil-gel";
• "Solcoseryl";
• "Let's see".
In the presence of strong scratching, cracks are prescribed antimicrobial and wound-healing preparations:
• "Bepanten";
• "Kuriyozin";
• "Methyluracil Ointment".
If the rash appears as a bubble with clear contents and a wet surface, then medications are prescribed:
• Elokom;
• "Dermozolone";
• "Belosalik".
In addition, sedatives are prescribed:
• "Persen";
• "New Passit";
• "Trivalumene";
• "Glycesed";
• "Corvaltab".
In addition to treatment, the patient is shown a hypoallergenic diet.
Folk methods from the allergy
In combination with the use of medicines you can use effective folk methods of treatment.
• The bath with soda is good for itching and soothes the skin. In a bath of water, dilute half a cup of soda. It is recommended to take a bath for 30 minutes. After applying on the skin ointment. The procedure can be done in the morning and in the evening.
• Dried roots of dandelion and burdock relieve itching and reduce rashes. The ingredients must be crushed.2 tablespoonsAdd the mixture to 600 ml of water. Infuse the night. In the morning, boil and leave to infuse for 30 minutes. The broth is taken 100 ml 5 times a day.
• Shevchenko's mixture is effective against allergies.30 g of unrefined oil mix with 30 grams of vodka and drink. The mixture is recommended to drink 10 days 3 times a day before meals at the same time. Then make a 5-day break. Then you can repeat the treatment, after which you take a break for 2 weeks. Also, this composition can be used to treat allergy-affected areas of the skin.
If there is an allergy to powder in a child, then it is strictly forbidden to use the methods of traditional medicine. It is necessary to show the baby to the doctor who will prescribe the necessary treatment.
Prevention measures
The disease is better prevented than treated, so you need to follow simple preventive measures.
• Allergy to the powder is due to the presence of phosphates in its composition, it follows that it is best to use hypoallergenic powders.
• Household chemical products must be stored in a sealed package.
• During washing, the detergent doses indicated on the package should be observed.
• When hand washing, always wear gloves.
• After washing with powder, it is recommended to rinse the laundry several times.
Allergic reaction to the powder depends on the individual characteristics of the body, how it is sensitive to those or other components. But unfortunately, to date, cases of allergy to powders are widespread because of non-compliance by manufacturers with standards for the manufacture of detergents. Therefore, before buying, carefully study their composition, especially if they are intended for washing children's underwear.