Make Up Allergies: Are Nickel and Other Hidden Metals Causing Your Skin Problems?

In this Chin Chats episode, Spencer shares her personal journey navigating severe eczema, nickel allergies, and the hidden allergens lurking in your makeup bag. She unpacks how hidden metals like nickel, cobalt, mica, and iron oxides in your make-up bag could be causing your skin reactions, and what to do about it!

You’ll learn:

• Why mica and shimmer makeup might trigger your eczema
• What a nickel allergy really looks like (and how to know if you have one)
• How cobalt and iron oxides sneak into your cosmetics
• What to know about patch testing and metal sensitivities
• Simple tips to lower your allergy burden and feel more in control

If you've ever had a mystery rash, persistent eczema, or reacted to new makeup, this episode is for you!

About Host Spencer Moore:

Spencer Moore, founder of The Hairy Chin, is a passionate advocate for patient education, female empowerment, and authentic patient stories that inspire and inform women on their health and wellness journeys. She shares practical advocacy skills, authentic patient stories, and conversations with medical professionals that motivate and guide women navigating their health, making her a trusted voice in women's wellness.

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