Allergic Contact Dermatitis
Understanding allergic contact dermatitis
June 15, 2022
The development of a rash, along with itching and redness, may be an indication of an allergic reaction. A common type of rash is known as allergic contact dermatitis and may require the assistance of a medical professional such as a dermatologist to resolve. Dr. Margaret Summerville and her team in Chevy Chase, MD can... read more
Is it sensitive skin, or is it allergy? Cosmetic dermatologist’s perspective from Washington, DC area, Bethesda, and Chevy Chase
January 18, 2011
Over 50% of women consider their skin to be sensitive and intolerant to many skincare products. Their symptoms may include redness, scaling, tightening, and occasional tingling, or itching. It does not help that cosmetics are some ofthe least regulated consumer products on the market. Our cosmetic industry uses over 12,000 chemical ingredients in personal care products-the... read more
