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How To Overcome Reaction Of Sesame Oil On The Skin?

previously I have massaged mum with sesame oil and got reaction on face . the face is burning , red and sore . this time I have massage with olive oil on shouders which usually helps to relieve migraine and the same reaction has appeared . face is burning with red sore spots , face very sensitive. what can I use to help overcome this rection
posted on Mon, 28 Jul 2014
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Hello and welcome to HCM
It seems to be an irritant dermatitis to the oil. The skin maybe delicate or sensitive to the oil. Also if there already was a skin problem present, then applying oil on it would have made it worse.
Avoid applying any more oil on the skin, even if the redness and burning is gone. For now apply a soothing menthol lotion to the burning skin 2-3 times a day. Take an antihistamine like levocet daily for a few days till the reaction goes down. If there is severe burning or spreading rash, apply a steroid cream like mometasone for about 5 days.
Use a mild soap, baby soap or glycerin soap for now. Dont scratch or rub the area. Avoid applying any such oils in future.
If it doesnt subside do visit a dermatologist for further treatment and to check the exact cause. If allergies keep coming up, blood tests may be done if necessary.
Start on the treatment and observe improvement, and consult the dermatologist for follow up.
Hope this helps.
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How To Overcome Reaction Of Sesame Oil On The Skin?

Hello and welcome to HCM It seems to be an irritant dermatitis to the oil. The skin maybe delicate or sensitive to the oil. Also if there already was a skin problem present, then applying oil on it would have made it worse. Avoid applying any more oil on the skin, even if the redness and burning is gone. For now apply a soothing menthol lotion to the burning skin 2-3 times a day. Take an antihistamine like levocet daily for a few days till the reaction goes down. If there is severe burning or spreading rash, apply a steroid cream like mometasone for about 5 days. Use a mild soap, baby soap or glycerin soap for now. Dont scratch or rub the area. Avoid applying any such oils in future. If it doesnt subside do visit a dermatologist for further treatment and to check the exact cause. If allergies keep coming up, blood tests may be done if necessary. Start on the treatment and observe improvement, and consult the dermatologist for follow up. Hope this helps.