We offer the best skin allergy treatment in Nairobi Kenya at our Nairobi Almasi Skincare Clinic located in Fortis Suites, Hospital road, 8th floor, room 809. We see new clients on Saturdays at 10am and Wednesdays at 2pm.
This treatment uses prescription medications, over-the-counter products and lifestyle modifications.
What Is Skin Allergy?
Skin allergy is also known as eczema skin allergy and it is an over-reaction by the immune system which occurs when the skin comes in contact with a relatively harmless substance. It is important to note that there are 2 skin allergy types – allergic contact dermatitis and irritant contact dermatitis.
Causes Of Skin Allergy
The causes of skin allergy include metals, skincare products, food, plants and medication.
Food skin allergy can be caused by peanuts, milk, eggs, fish, shellfish, soy, wheat, tree nuts (almonds, Brazil nuts, cashew nuts, hazelnuts, pecans, pistachios, walnuts).
Causes of Neck Skin Allergy
The causes of neck skin allergy or neck contact dermatitis include:
1. Jewelry like chains and necklaces made of nickel, leather and other materials
2. Hair dyes, permanent wave solutions and other hair straighteners
3. Fragrances from perfumes, soaps, shampoos and lotions used on the neck
4. Skin care products applied to the neck with ingredients like Balsam of Peru
5. Medications applied on the neck like the antibiotic neomycin can also cause itchy skin allergy.
6. Fabrics and clothing
7. Plants that may come in contact with the skin like poison ivy, poison oak and poison sumac
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Causes of Eyelid Skin Allergy
The causes of eyelid skin allergy or eyelid contact dermatitis include:
1. Ingredients like preservatives in eye creams and eye makeup
2. Fragrances from makeup, soaps, lotions used on the face and even shampoos and conditioners can also cause itchy skin allergy.
3. Skin care products applied to the face with ingredients like Balsam of Peru
4. Nickel from eyelash curlers and tweezers
5. Jewelry like chains and necklaces made of nickel, leather and other materials if the person touches them and rubs their eyes and causes indirect application.
6. Medications applied on the face like the antibiotic neomycin
7. Fabrics and clothing which may also have irritating fragrances
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Causes of Lip Skin Allergy
The causes of lip contact dermatitis include:
1. Saliva which causes Lip Licker’s Dermatitis
2. Fragrances from makeup, soaps, lotions used on the face
3. Preservatives from products used on the lips like lipstick, lip gloss, toothpaste, mouthwash, sunscreen can also cause itchy skin allergy.
4. Nickel which can be from indirect application or direct from dental jewelry.
5. Jewelry like chains and necklaces made of nickel, leather and other materials if the person holds them in their mouth.
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Causes of Cheek Skin Allergy
The causes of cheek skin allergy or cheek contact dermatitis include:
1. Ingredients like preservatives in blushes and other cosmetics applied on the cheeks.
2. Fragrances from makeup, soaps, lotions used on the face.
3. Skin care products applied to the face with ingredients like Balsam of Peru
4. Shampoos, conditioners, detanglers and perm solutions can cause dermatitis on the face after they are rinsed off the scalp and run down the face.
5. Nickel from makeup tools which come in contact with the cheeks like brushes.
6. Jewelry like dangling earrings made of nickel, leather and other materials if they come in contact with the cheeks.
7. Medications applied on the face like the antibiotic neomycin
8. Fabrics and clothing which may also have irritating fibers or fragrances
9. Mobile phones with nickel and chromium especially if the rash is on one side of the face in front of the ear.
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Skin Allergy Symptoms
There are 2 skin allergy types – allergic contact dermatitis and irritant contact dermatitis.
Skin allergy symptoms include itchy skin which may have a burning sensation. It may also be reddish or purplish or brown-blackish in color in darker skin tones.
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Skin Allergy Tests
Skin prick tests
Patch tests
RAST The allergy test price in Kenya is Ksh 3649 at Lancet Lab for individual allergens in the RAST [Serological] Allergy IgE Test.
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Skin Allergy Treatment
Skin allergy treatment combines the use of lifestyle modifications, OTC products and prescription medications.
Lifestyle Modifications
Lifestyle changes used for skin allergy treatment include the following:
*Avoiding contact with the allergen or the thing that you are allergic to. This is very important for food skin allergy treatment as the person should never eat the food they are allergic to.
*Wearing loose, cool clothing in fabrics that do not irritate the skin like cotton.
OTC (over-the-counter) Products
OTC products used for skin allergy treatment include the following:
Colloidal Oatmeal
Colloidal Oatmeal is a good home remedy for skin allergy itching because it calms inflamed, itchy skin. It is added to lukewarm water to make an oatmeal bath and the affected part soaked in it for 15-30 minutes. Child skin allergy treatment at home can include soaking the affected part in a colloidal oatmeal bath. Colloidal Oatmeal can be purchased from our Nairobi Almasi Skincare Shop located on Moi Avenue, Sawa Mall, 3rd floor, Shop C15. Call 0721963156 or WhatsApp +254 721 963 156 to order. We deliver countrywide/worldwide.
Emulsifying Ointment
Emulsifying Ointment is used in the treatment of skin allergy and especially chronic skin allergy with dry skin. Nationwide Emulsifying Ointment can be purchased from our Nairobi Almasi Skincare Shop located on Moi Avenue, Sawa Mall, 3rd floor, Shop C15. Call 0721963156 or WhatsApp +254 721 963 156 to order. We deliver countrywide/worldwide.
Prescription Medications
Skin allergy medicines used for skin allergy treatment include the following:
*Corticosteroid ointments used for skin allergy include Betamethasone and Triamcinolone. Baby skin allergy treatment uses mild corticosteroid creams like Hydrocortisone.
*Antihistamines taken by mouth like Loratadine are some of the skin allergy medicines used to relieve the itch.
*Corticosteroid injections are also used for severe reactions. The best injection for skin allergy is Hydrocortisone.
FAQ
Why am I getting skin allergies all of a sudden?
You could have been exposed to allergens in new skincare products or eaten new foods. You could have also worn jewelry or clothing with metals that you are allergic to.
Which is the best medicine for a skin allergy?
The best medicine for skin allergy is a steroid cream combined with an antihistamine taken by mouth. This combination is also the fastest way to cure a skin allergy.
How many days does skin allergy last?
A skin allergy lasts for 1-2 weeks when using prescription medication from a Doctor.
Contact our Doctor today for the best skin allergy treatment in Nairobi Kenya.
