The chemicals in some laundry detergents may trigger irritant contact dermatitis a rash from touching something that irritates the skin.
Carpet skin rash.
Red itchy and watery eyes.
In addition to the carpet the padding and adhesives all emit volatile organic compounds.
Individuals also have reported problems such as cough fatigue and breathing problems.
However there is another one called carpet beetle dermatitis which can cause you to have an itchy rash on the affected area of your skin.
Rash which looks like welts or bites and may cause a burning sensation.
For many consumers though it s turned into a nightmare of skin rashes and sinus problems.
Symptoms of an allergic reaction to carpet beetles include.
However carpet beetles obviously cause carpet beetle dermatitis because that is where the name comes from.
Having new carpet installed should be an exciting time with new clean flooring to brighten up a home.
The most common signs of a believed allergic reaction to carpet are headache skin rash and upper respiratory discomfort.
It is more common in kids who have eczema.
There has been no evidence that specifically supports an allergy to carpet but some people believe that it is possible.
Some people report symptoms such as upper respiratory irritations headaches skin rash shortness of breath or cough and fatigue which they associate with new carpet installation.
Although the biting of carpet beetles can cause bad symptoms on your skin actual dermatitis comes from a skin allergy that you have to these beetles.
The distinct odor of new carpet is usually attributed to the chemicals 4 phenylcyclohexene 4 pc.
New carpet looks beautiful but may cause skin rashes.