Believe in advertising cheap lipstick made from natural ingredients, no chemicals, safe for the lips, so female student N. bought it and used it, then had an allergy.
City Dermatology Hospital. Ho Chi Minh City has received and treated TBN patients (15 years old, living in Dong Nai) who are allergic to using cheap lipstick bought on social networks.
Patient N. was taken to the HCM City Dermatology Hospital for examination by his mother with dry, swollen, itchy lips, pus, eyebrows, bleeding. N. said that before seeing the ad on facebook, he saw an advertisement for lip balms and lipsticks that are committed to being made from natural ingredients, without lead, without chemicals, safe for the lips, and with cheap prices, so they ordered. 
Dr. Phan Ngoc Huy is examining a patient with a lipstick allergy. Photo: BVCC According to the advertisement, N. bought a lip balm for 5,000 VND and a cream lipstick for 17,000 VND. After using, N. found that his lips were dry, itchy, swollen with pustules … eating, drinking, communication was difficult. MSc, Dr. Phan Ngoc Huy, Department of Cosmetic Dermatology Hospital Ho Chi Minh City, said patient N. has superinfection contact dermatitis and is indicated for treatment with antibiotics, anti-inflammatory and topical. 
Patient N’s lips are peeling, swollen and painful after using cheap non-origin lipsticks bought online. Photo: BVCC According to Dr. Huy, lipstick allergy is a condition caused by the body overreacting to the ingredients of the lipstick. Usually after a few minutes or a few hours after using the lipstick, the area where the lipstick is applied will become red, itchy … According to Dr. Huy, lipstick is an indispensable cosmetic for women, so before buying and using the product, check the ingredients carefully to see if you have an allergy to any of the lipstick’s ingredients. are not. You should choose a lipstick with a clear origin, try lipstick on the face in your arm for allergies. “In case of red, swollen, itchy signs of inflammation … make up the lips gently with clean water or coconut oil, olive oil, without chemical ingredients. Then use a wet towel to apply on lips for 15-20 minutes to reduce swelling, itching, inflammation. If the allergy is severe, the lips are swollen, blisters, and eyebrows are closed, it is necessary to immediately go to facilities with a reputable dermatology specialist for examination and treatment ”- Dr. Huy recommended. The causes of lipstick allergy – Son of poor quality, unclear origin: Often containing lead content, chemical colorants in excess of the permitted level, when used will cause irritation. The ingredients in this lipstick also make the skin of the lips dull, chapped, and dry. If used for a long time, it will adversely affect the health. – Son is out of date : Son is synthesized from many different ingredients, so when expired, these ingredients will degenerate, causing allergies. – Sensitive sites: The lips are a very sensitive spot as the skin in this area is quite thin. Therefore, if you use expensive lipsticks, big brands, you may still be allergic to some of the ingredients of the lipstick when using. The ingredients that can cause allergies in lipstick should be noted as preservatives (formaldehyde, quaternium, methylisothiazolione …), artificial color (eosin red), peeling agent (salicylic acid, phenol)
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