Characterization of Tattoo Aftercare Products: Allergenic Ingredients and Marketing Claims.

Background: Common recommendations for tattoo aftercare to ensure proper healing include application of topical products. Little is known about tattoo aftercare products.

Methods: Tattoo aftercare products were identified from a previous study and a search on Amazon.

Establishing osteopathic assessments to fulfill osteopathic recognition standards: a model for dermatology and other subspecialties.

The 5 year transition period for American Osteopathic Association (AOA) training programs to apply for and receive Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) accreditation (i.e., the single graduate medical education system) was completed June 30, 2020.

Formaldehyde Release From Predispersed Tattoo Inks: Analysis Using the Chromotropic Acid Method.

Background: Allergic contact dermatitis to tattoo ink may last from weeks to years. Formaldehyde is a strong sensitizer that may be present in predispersed tattoo inks.

Objectives: The aim of this study was to evaluate the presence of formaldehyde in predispersed tattoo inks using the chromotropic acid method.

Cutaneous Reactions to Aluminum.

: Cutaneous exposure to aluminum may occur via contact with metal items, medications, and personal care products. Despite the widespread use of aluminum, allergic contact dermatitis is relatively rare. Sensitization is often incidentally identified during patch testing with aluminum-based chambers.

Allergic Contact Dermatitis to Pramoxine (Pramocaine).

Prescription and over-the-counter topical anesthetics are commonly used. Although allergy to amide and ester anesthetics is known, little has been reported on the nonamide, nonester pramoxine (pramocaine). This article briefly reviews allergy to topical anesthetics, provides detailed information on pramoxine, and describes characteristics of multiple patients with positive, relevant reactions to pramoxine.

Formaldehyde Release From Clothing and Upholstery Fabrics Using the Chromotropic Acid Method.

Background: Formaldehyde resins may be used in textiles.

Objective: The aim of the study was to investigate the presence of formaldehyde in textiles using the chromotropic acid method.

Method: Clothing scraps (from local department store tailors, n = 77) and upholstery fabric cuttings (from a furniture reupholstery store, n = 22) were collected.

Formaldehyde Release From Baby Wipes: Analysis Using the Chromotropic Acid Method.

Background: Formaldehyde is a common preservative and strong sensitizer.

Objective: The aim of the study was to evaluate the release of formaldehyde from baby/toddler wet wipes using the chromotropic acid method (CAM).

Methods: An online search of best-selling baby wipes was conducted.