An evidence-based low-allergen product list for the general dermatologist

Authors

  • Brailyn Weber Park Nicollet Contact Dermatitis Clinic, Minneapolis, MN, USA , University of North Dakota School of Medicine, Grand Forks, ND, USA Author https://orcid.org/0009-0004-3946-0159 (unauthenticated)
  • Sarah Karels Park Nicollet Contact Dermatitis Clinic, Minneapolis, MN, USA , University of Minnesota Medical School, Minneapolis, MN, USA Author
  • Anne Neeley Park Nicollet Contact Dermatitis Clinic, Minneapolis, MN, USA Author

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.25251/2tbx0k40

Keywords:

allergic contact dermatitis, general dermatologist, hypoallergenic, low allergen, personal care product

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Published

05/09/2026

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Data sharing is not applicable to this article.

Issue

Vol. 32 No. 2 (2026): Dermatology Online Journal

Section

Letter

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