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AP90: DMDM hydantoin CAS#: 6440-58-0

Patient Information Your patch test result indicates that you have a contact allergy to DMDM hydantoin. This contact allergy may cause your skin to react when it is exposed to this substance although it may take several days for the symptoms to appear. Typical symptoms include redness, swelling, itching, and fluid-filled blisters.

Where is DMDM hydantoin found? This substance is found in cosmetics and shampoos. It is used as a preservative and is a formaldehyde-releasing agent and may cross react in formaldehyde-sensitive individuals.

How can you avoid contact with DMDM hydantoin? Avoid products that list any of the following names in the ingredients: „ 1,3-Bis(hydroxymethyl)-5,5- „ Dantoin dmdmh 55 dimethyl-2,4-imidazolidinedione „ Dantoin-DMDMH „ 1,3-Bis(hydroxymethyl)-5,5- „ Dimethylol-5,5-dimethylhydantoin dimethylhydantoin „ Dmdmh „ 1,3-Di(hydroxymethyl)-5,5- „ Dmdmh 55 dimethylhydantoin „ EINECS 229-222-8 „ 1,3-Dimethylol-5,5- „ EPA Pesticide Chemical Code dimethylhydantoin 115501 „ BRN 0882348 „ Glycoserve-DMDMH „ Caswell No. 273AB „ Glydant „ DMDM hydantoin „ HSDB 7488

What are some products that may contain DMDM hydantoin? Body Washes: „ Caress Moisturizing Body Wash „ Dove Sensitive Skin Moisturizing Body Wash, New „ Dove Ultra Moisturizing Body Wash „ Herbal Essence Ultra Rich Moisturizing Body Wash „ Imina Renewing Moisture Body Wash „ Irish Spring Body Wash, Aloe „ Irish Spring Body Wash, Icy Blast „ Ivory Moisture Care Skin Conditioning Body Wash „ Ivory Moisturizing Body Wash, Fresh Snow „ Ivory Moisturizing Body Wash, Natural Honey „ Olay Complete Body Wash (Florica & Botanica) „ Olay Complete Body Wash, Sensitive Skin „ Olay Daily Renewal Moisturizing Body Wash, Calming „ Olay Moisturizing Body Wash „ Softsoap Body Wash, Pure Cashmere „ Softsoap Body Wash, Ultra Rich Shea Butter „ Suave Moisturizing 2 in 1 Body Wash, Aloe Vera & Water Lily „ Suave Moisturizing 2 in 1 Body Wash, Moisture Rich „ Suave Moisturizing 2 in 1 Body Wash, Passion Flower & Rosemary „ Suave Naturals Moisturizing Body Wash with Aloe Vera & Vitamin E, Freesia „ Suave Naturals Moisturizing Body Wash with Aloe Vera & Vitamin E, Sun-Ripe Raspbe „ Vaseline Intensive Care Moisturizing Body Wash „ Zest Invigorating Body Wash „ Village Naturals Bubble Bath, Peach Medley

Cleansers: „ Aveeno Skin Clarifying Cleanser with Soy Extract „ Nivea for Men Face Cleansing, Exfoliating Face Scrub „ Noxzema Plus Cleansing Cream „ Oil of Olay Foaming Face Wash-Regular & Sensitive Skin „ Ponds Clear Solutions, Deep Pore Foaming Cleanser, Oily to Normal Skin „ Ponds Clear Solutions Deep Pore Scrub

Cloths: „ Lever 2000 Anti Bacterial Moisturizing Wipes

Hair Care: „ Aussie Curing Muddy Revitalizer „ Aussie Real Volume Leave In Volumizer „ Aussie Real Volume Styling Whip „ Aussie Slip Detangler „ Aussie Maximum Hold Mousse „ Aussie Mega Spray Gel „ Clairol 3 in 1 Mousse Maximum Hold „ Condition 3 in 1 Maximum Hold Gel „ Imina Firm Hold Styling Gel „ Pantene Pro V: (Alcohol Free) Styling Mousse Extra „ Pantene Pro V Essentials Instant Hair Quencher „ Pantene Pro V Ready, Set, Curl Reviving Treatment „ Paul Mitchell Super Charged Moisturizer „ Physique Curl Creating Gel „ Physique Keep It Straight Gel „ Physique Volume Boosting Gel „ Pure Elements Structure Gel „ Vidal Sassoon Alcohol Free Spray On Gel-Extra Hold „ Vidal Sassoon Alcohol Free Styling Mousse Extra Body

Hair Dyes: „ Clairol Herbal Essences, True Intense Color, 40-Garnet Blaze, Bright Burgundy „ Clairol Herbal Essences, True Intense Color, Honey Fusion, 26-Moon Dance „ Clairol Hydrience Permanent Hair Color, Amber Sunrise, 20A, Med. Reddish Blonde „ Clairol Hydrience Permanent Hair Color, Bamboo, 14, Dark Golden Blonde „ Clairol Lasting Color Haircolor, Level 2, Dark Warm Brown 825 „ Clairol Loving Care Haircolor, Level 1, Dark Warm Brown 82 „ Clairol Loving Care Haircolor, Level 1, Light Brown 755 „ Clairol Revitalique Permanent Hair Color, Medium Natural Brown, Visionary Brown

Household Products: „ Goddards Long Shine Brass and Copper Polish „ Goddards Long Shine Silver Polish „ Ivory Hand Dishwashing Liquid

Liquids/Creams/Lotions: „ Aveeno Diaper Rash Cream „ Clearasil Maximum Strength Tinted Cream and Vanishing Cream „ CoverGirl Smoothers Tinted Moisturizer SPF-15, Deep „ CoverGirl Smoothers Tinted Moisturizer SPF-15, Fair to Light „ CoverGirl Smoothers Tinted Moisturizer SPF-15, Light to Medium „ CoverGirl Smoothers Tinted Moisturizer SPF-15, Medium to Dark „ Dial Liquid Antibacterial Soap, Original Formula „ Imina Facial Moisture Cream for Dry/Sensitive Skin - Fragrance Free „ Imina Heat Activated Soft Set Lotion „ Imina Oil Control Facial Moisture Cream „ Imina Oil Cream Hair Moisturizer „ Ivory Liquid Hand Soap (Clear) „ Ivory Skin Cleansing Liquid Gel „ Jergens Original Scent Lotion, For Dry Skin „ Jergens Replenishing Multi Vitamin Lotion, Very Dry Skin „ Jergens Skin Cooling Moisturizer, with Cucumber Extract „ Jergens Skin Firming Moisturizer with Seaweed Extract „ Jergens Skin Smoothing Lotion for Extra Dry Skin, with Beta & Alpha Hydroxy „ Johnsons Diaper Rash Cream with Zinc Oxide „ Neutrogena Intensified Eye Moisture 12 Hour Hydrating „ New Formula Vaseline Brand Intensive Care Lotion „ New Vaseline Brand Intensive Care Antibacterial Hand Lotion „ Night of Olay Firming Cream „ Noxzema Cleansing Lotion, Sensitive „ Noxzema Sensitive Skin Lotion, Pump „ Noxzema Skin Fitness Skin Endurance Oil-Free Moisturizing Lotion „ Oil of Olay Active Hydrating Beauty Fluid-Oil Free „ Oil of Olay Age Defying Series Protective Renewal Lotion „ Oil of Olay Complete UV Protective Moisture Cream „ Oil of Olay Complete UV Protective Moisture Lotion-Fragrance Free „ Oil of Olay Facial Cleansing Lotion „ Oil of Olay Provital Protective Moisture Lotion Upgrade „ Ponds Cleansing Lotion, Normal to Dry Skin „ Ponds Nourishing Moisturizer Cream „ Ponds Nourishing Moisturizer Lotion „ Ponds Overnight Nourishing Moisturizer Cream „ Safeguard Antibacterial Deodorant Soap „ Safeguard Antibacterial Soap with Moisturizer „ Safeguard Bar Soap „ Softsoap 2 in 1 Antibacterial Hand Soap Plus Moisturizing Lotion „ Softsoap Advanced Moisture Cashmere Liquid Hand Soap „ Softsoap Antibacterial Hand Soap, Aquarium Series, Angelfish „ Softsoap Antibacterial Hand Soap, Aquarium Series, Blue Tang „ Softsoap Antibacterial Hand Soap, Aquarium Series, Clownfish „ Softsoap Antibacterial Hand Soap, Aquarium Series, Seahorse „ Softsoap Antibacterial Hand Soap, Rainforest Series, Ladybug „ Softsoap Antibacterial Hand Soap, Rainforest Series, Panda „ Softsoap Antibacterial Hand Soap, Rainforest Series, Parrot „ Softsoap Antibacterial Hand Soap, Rainforest Series, Tiger „ Softsoap Antibacterial Hand Soap with Light Moisturizers „ Softsoap Aquarium Antibacterial Liquid Hand Soap, Clear „ Softsoap Extra Moisturizing Antibacterial Liquid Hand Soap „ Softsoap Foam Works Hand Soap, Berry „ Softsoap Foam Works Hand Soap, Bubble Gum „ Softsoap Foam Works Hand Soap, SpongeBob Square Pants „ Softsoap Fruit Antibacterial Liquid Hand Soap, Fresh Picked Raspberry „ Softsoap Fruit Antibacterial Liquid Hand Soap, Juicy Melon Scent „ Softsoap Fruit Antibacterial Liquid Hand Soap, Orchard Fresh Peach „ Softsoap Kitchen Fresh Hands Liquid Hand Soap „ Softsoap Liquid Antibacterial Body Soap „ Softsoap Liquid Hand Soap, Moisturizing with Aloe „ Softsoap Shea Butter Liquid Hand Soap „ Softsoap Vitamins Liquid Hand Soap with Vitamin E Complex „ Vaseline Brand Intensive Care Lotion-Alpha Hydro „ Vaseline Intensive Care Foaming Creme Bath, Botanical Garden „ Vaseline Intensive Care Lotion, Advanced Healing „ Vaseline Intensive Care Lotion, Aloe & Naturals „ Vaseline Intensive Care Lotion, Dermatology Formula „ Vaseline Intensive Care Lotion, Dry Skin „ Vaseline Intensive Care Lotion, Water Resistant Moisturizing „ Vaseline Intensive Care Soft Petal Foaming Creme Bath „ Vaseline Intensive Care Solutions Manicure Lotion „ Vaseline Intensive Care Solutions Skin Repair, Skin Protectant Cream „ Vaseline Intensive Care Solutions Smooth Feet „ Vaseline Intensive Care Solutions Young Hands Lotion „ Vaseline Petroleum Jelly Cream, Creamy Formula Enriched with Vitamin E „ Village Naturals Bubble Bath, Freesia & Flowers

Pet Care: „ Essential Soothing Relief Shampoo for Cats „ Essential Tearless Shampoo for Kittens & Sensitive Cats „ Four Paws Bunny Bath Shampoo & Deodorizer „ Pet Scentsations Premium Ferret Shampoo, Honey Oatmeal „ Pet Scentsations Premium Small Animal Shampoo, Cool Cucumber Melon „ Pet Scentsations Premium Small Animal Shampoo, Honey Oatmeal „ Pet Scentsations Premium Small Animal Shampoo, Sun Ripened Raspberry „ Pet Scentsations Premium Small Animal Shampoo, Vanilla Bean

Shampoos/Conditioners: „ Aussie 3 Minute Miracle Reconstructor Deep Conditioner „ Aussie Citrifier Shampoo „ Aussie Custard Apple Shampoo „ Aussie Hair Insurance Leave In Conditioner „ Aussie Hair Salad Conditioner Lightweight-Clear „ Aussie Mega Shampoo with Papaya Extract „ Aussie Real Volume Shampoo „ Aussie Wild Peach Shampoo „ Bal Natural Shampoo „ Clairol Herbal Essences Shampoo-Fine/Limp Hair „ Clairol Herbal Essences Shampoo-Normal Hair „ Finesse Extra Body Conditioner-Fine Thin Hair „ Finesse Extra Moisturizing Shampoo-Dry „ Head & Shoulders Intensive Treatment Dandruff Shampoo „ Imina Moisture Build Conditioning Shampoo „ Infusium 23 Hair Conditioner Revitilize Normal/Dry „ Head & Shoulders Dandruff Shampoo for Fine or Oily Hair „ Head & Shoulders Dandruff Shampoo plus Conditioner 2 in 1-Dry Hair „ Head & Shoulders Dandruff Shampoo plus Conditioner 2 in 1-Oily Hair „ Head & Shoulders I Refresh Dandruff Shampoo „ Head & Shoulders Intensive Treatment Dandruff Shampoo „ Head & Shoulders Dandruff Shampoo-Dry Scalp „ Head & Shoulders Dandruff Shampoo-Normal Hair „ Imina Restructuring Serum Leave In Conditioner „ Jergens Moisturizing Body Shampoo, Extra Moisturizing „ Jergens Moisturizing Body Shampoo Refreshing „ New Finesse Hydrating Silk Conditioner-Normal Hair „ New Finesse Hydrating Silk Protein Enriched Adj.-D „ New Finesse Hydrating Silk Protein Enriched Adj. Shampoo „ New Finesse Plus Shampoo Plus Conditioner Bodifying „ Oil of Olay Complete UV Protective Moisture Cream „ Old Spice Post Shave Conditioner Hydrogel „ Pantene Pro V Detangle Light Spray Conditioner „ Pantene Pro V Essentials, Daily Strengthening Complex-1 „ Pantene Pro V Essentials, Daily Strengthening Complex-2 „ Pantene Pro V Hydrating Curls Shampoo „ Pantene Pro V Shampoo, Color Revival „ Pantene Pro V Shampoo, Hydrating Curls „ Pantene Pro V True Confidence Pyrithione Zinc Anti Dandruff Shampoo „ Paul Mitchell Shampoo Three, Removes Chlorine & Impurities „ Paul Mitchell The Conditioner „ Pert Plus Extra Body Shampoo Plus Conditioner for Fine Hair „ Pert Plus Extra Conditioning, Dry or Damaged Hair „ Pert Plus Dandruff Control All in One Shampoo „ Pert Plus Dandruff Control Shampoo Plus Conditioner, for Normal to Dry Hair „ Pert Plus Shampoo + Conditioner in 1-Extra for Dry „ Prograine 2 in 1 Shampoo, Shampoo and Conditioner „ Prograine Conditioner „ Prograine Shampoo-Thinning Hair-Permed/Colored „ Prograine Shampoo-Thinning Hair Use with extra volume „ Pure Elements Hydrating Conditioner-Dry, Permed „ Pure Elements (New) Daily Detangler Conditioning „ Salon Selectives Botanical Blends Shampoo: Aloe „ Salon Selectives Conditioner Type M Moisturizing „ Salon Selectives Conditioner Type P Protective „ Salon Selectives Shampoo Level 1: Frequent Use „ Salon Selectives Shampoo Level 4: Extra Moisturizing „ Salon Selectives Shampoo Level 5 Regular-Normal „ Selsun Blue Dandruff Shampoo, 2 in 1 Treatment „ Selsun Blue Dandruff Shampoo, Balanced Treatment „ Selsun Blue Dandruff Shampoo, Medicated Treatment „ Selsun Blue Shampoo, Moisturizing Treatment „ St. Ives Hair Repair Thickening Shampoo Volumizing Treatment For Fine Hair „ St. Ives Swiss Spa Clarif. Shampoo-Citrus & Ginseng for Normal/Oily Hair „ St. Ives Swiss Spa Extra Body Volumizing Shampoo with Chamomile & Sunflower „ St. Ives Swiss Spa Revitaliz. Shampoo, Vanilla & Edelweiss-Damaged Hair „ St. Ives Swiss Spa Strength Shampoo-Pear/Vit. A Normal/Dry Hair „ Suave Daily Clarifying Shampoo for Normal to Oily Hair „ Suave Dandruff 2 In 1 Shampoo and Conditioner „ Suave for Men 2 In 1 Shampoo and Conditioner 18.1 Fl. Oz „ Suave Herbal Care Shampoo with Aloe Vera, Honeysuckle & Vitamin E „ Suave Herbal Care Shampoo, Lavender, Passion Flower & Vitamin B5 „ Suave Herbal Care Shampoo, Vanilla, Almond & Silk Protein „ Suave Herbal Care Shampoo with Chamomile, Sunflower & Wheat Protein „ Suave Moisturizing Shampoo for Dry or Damaged Hair „ Suave Natural Care Shampoo, Tropical Coconut „ Suave Performance Series 2 in 1 Shampoo Plus Conditioner, Regular Formula „ Suave Performance Series Healthy Shine Shampoo/Condition, Regular w/ProVita „ Suave Professionals Shampoo, Awapuhi „ Suave Professionals Shampoo, BioBasics „ Suave Professionals Shampoo, Humectant „ Suave Salon Formula Shampoo „ Suave Shampoo for All Hair Types, Apple „ Suave Shampoo for All Hair Types, Balsam & Protein „ Suave Shampoo for All Hair Types, Strawberry „ Suave Shampoo for Dry or Damaged Hair, Tropical Coconut „ Suave Thickening 2 In 1 Shampoo „ Thicker Fuller Hair Conditioning Rinse „ Thicker Fuller Hair Moisturizing Shampoo

*For additional information about products that might contain DMDM hydantoin, go to the Household Product Database online (http:/householdproducts.nlm.nih.gov) at the United States National Library of Medicine. These lists are brief and provide just a few examples. They are not comprehensive. Product formulations also change frequently. Read product labels carefully and talk to your doctor if you have any questions. These are general guidelines. Talk to your doctor for more specific instructions.