What are the treatments for an allergic reaction to hair dye?

Answer 1

There is specially made hair dyes for people who have sensitive scalps or are allergic to an ingredient within the hair dye. You are able to buy these herbal or vegetable hair dyes over the internet or make it at home.

I personally do it myself and I have to admit not only do I save a lot of money but it looks really good.

Answer 2

First get a patch test by your doctor...it will confirm if you are allergic to the common ingredient in hair color...PPD. I have just discovered that the new foam colors do not have this ingredient. Garnier makes one and so does Clairol. I have used a cream (a prescription is needed) for a corticosteroid cream with a base of Eucerine.

Answer 3

Use antihistamine tablets to damp down the bodies reaction.

However, reactions to hair dye can be very severe and could result in hospitalisation. If you are in any doubt seek the advice of a doctor. Any serious swelling of the face and neck could cause breathing difficulties and these must be dealt with immediately.

In future, it is advisable to place a small amount of the dye on the soft skin of your arm to see if there is a reaction before applying it straight to your hair.

Answer 4

If your getting Allergies from the hair dye then first...............you should find out whats causing it. Then find another hair dye that doesn't have whatever your allergenic to. Then you can dye your hair with no allergies!!!

Answer 5

Most people are allergic to the analine derivative in haircolor. Using a natural dye such as henna wont give you this reaction. doing a patch test first will let you know if your allergic. benedril helps. or go to a hospital.

Answer 6

If you are allergic to hair dye you should not use it at all.

Answer 7

Yes, you can have an allergy or sensitivity to hair dye.

Answer 8

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