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What is Patch Testing
Patch test is a simple DIY (Do It Yourself) process that allows you to monitor your skins response to skin care products.
Patch testing is used to year and confirm if a substance (or skin care product) produces a reaction called allergic contact dermatitis, which is a type of inflammation of the skin. It allows you to carefully test the products effectiveness without risking damage to your entire face or other sensitive parts of your body.
· How does it work?
C Choose any area on your body for the patch test. The neck or back of your fore-arm are preferable. Apply the test product on this selected area only.
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| Use inside of the forearm for skin patch test |
· Monitor your skins reaction over 24 hours to a few days until
you have determined your skins response to the product. Analyze the condition of the test area and decide if you would like to continue full use of the product or discard it altogether. If you decide to discard then discontinue the process and wash off the product. If the reaction is severe use milk of magnesia, yogurt or any other cleansing treatment to flush the area.
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The test can be adjusted to suit your particular circumstances or skin
type. I think the inside of the hand is a good test area because it is
usually exposed to sunlight which is a factor in determining the safety
of your product. This test is import for facial products like day
creams. Patch testing is a simple and effective method to find out if you are allergic to any ingredients in your skincare products. creams, cleansers and spot creams. Patch testing is a simple and effective method to find out if you are allergic to any ingredients in your skincare products.
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Note: This process is not meant
to replicate patch tests which are clinical procedures performed by dermatologists.
Sources: https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/patch-test-skincare
https://www.aad.org/public/everyday-care/skin-care-secrets/prevent-skin-problems/test-skin-care-products
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