Allergic contact dermatitis to hydrolyzed wheat protein in a cosmetic cream

Contact Dermatitis. 2007 Feb;56(2):119-20. doi: 10.1111/j.1600-0536.2007.00977.x.

Abstract

Hydrolyzed wheat protein is used as an additive in several cosmetic products. We present a case of contact allergy to hydrolyzed wheat protein found in a cosmetic cream and highlight this additive is a potential allergen.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Administration, Cutaneous
  • Adult
  • Allergens / administration & dosage
  • Allergens / adverse effects*
  • Cosmetics / adverse effects
  • Dermatitis, Allergic Contact / diagnosis*
  • Dermatitis, Allergic Contact / etiology
  • Dermatitis, Allergic Contact / pathology
  • Diagnosis, Differential
  • Facial Dermatoses / chemically induced
  • Facial Dermatoses / diagnosis*
  • Facial Dermatoses / pathology
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Patch Tests
  • Plant Proteins / administration & dosage
  • Plant Proteins / adverse effects*
  • Triticum / adverse effects*

Substances

  • Allergens
  • Cosmetics
  • Plant Proteins