One bar of soap.
An allergic reaction to soap usually results in an itchy rash or hives. The affected skin is also often dry and the area may swell. Vapors from certain soaps, when inhaled, can cause minor respiratory and eye problems. To identify the cause of a soap allergy, a person should note where the symptoms occurred. If the symptoms of a soap allergy are present on areas of the body that come into contact with clothing, for example, the most likely cause would be powdered detergent.
Some laundry detergents can cause skin reactions.
Skin irritation is usually the most common sign of an allergic reaction to soap. This irritation will usually be present on the areas of the skin that came into contact with the soap. In some cases, however, a person may get hives all over their body.
An itchy red rash is usually the most common sign of a soap allergy. This rash is also usually dry and scaly. In more severe cases, small blisters may also appear on the rash. Swelling can also occur, which can cause the skin to become tight. Rashes associated with soap allergies can also be very hot to the touch.
Sometimes an allergic reaction to soap can be so severe that it can cause symptoms when the vapors are inhaled. These symptoms may include a runny nose and sneezing. Headaches, dizziness, and watery eyes can also be symptoms of a soap allergy.
Soap dish and sponge.
Laundry soap is one of the most common causes of an allergic reaction. Symptoms of this type of allergic reaction usually occur on areas of the body covered by clothing. A red, itchy rash usually appears on or near the torso, groin, and legs. Unless it is a severe allergy, symptoms usually do not occur on unclothed areas of the body, such as the face or hands.
Hand soaps can cause hand irritation.
Other types of soaps can also cause allergic reactions. Soap dishes and soap dishes, for example, typically cause skin irritation only on the hands. If a person thinks he is allergic to a certain type of soap, he should stop using it immediately.
An allergic reaction to soap can usually be treated with over-the-counter medications. Topical antihistamines or corticosteroids can be applied to the affected area to relieve external symptoms. Oral antihistamines can also help relieve these symptoms. Any soap that causes an allergic reaction should also be avoided.
