Is this a hair dye allergy?

Hair Dye Allergy

• I am a brunette who began coloring my hair about 4 years ago. With every color treatment, I began to break out terribly with a reaction to the hair dye. I went to the dermatologist and was patch tested. I found Iam allergic to P-Phenylenediamine or CPPD Black Rubber Mix found in hair dyes. I'm looking for an alternative or a hair dye that does not contain this chemical. I'm in my early 40's and really do not want to go gray just yet! I've tried Aveda products which I have no reaction, but is more of a "highlighter" and am not getting good coverage for the gray. I'm really frustrated over this and I know I'm not the only person with this allergy and just hope there is a product out there that I can use.

• Answer:

  Hi Tree1! I found a number of products for you. ======== Sanotint ======== Vegetable based dye Do-it-yourself hair dye made from Golden Millet and vegetal extracts Ingredients: Oil extract of Golden Millet with Calcium Pantothenate (Vitamin B5) and Biotine; vegetal extracts of Walnut Hull, Birch and Grape Seed. ?Consists only of vegetal extracts and 30 gorgeous colors that will color hair without damaging it. Applying the product is extremely easy because it does not run and it covers gray hair immediately. Contains no Ammonia or metals and does not damage the hair. This "do-it-yourself" product, made from Golden Millet, is also rich in Silica, which is important for protecting the hair's structure.? http://www.cosvalitaly.com/Sanotint/tinture_naturali.en.html Here is the list of colors for Sanotint: http://www.cosvalitaly.com/Sanotint/elenco_sanotint.en.html =============== Santotint Light =============== Do-it-yourself hair dye made from Golden Millet and vegetal extracts CONTAINS NO P-pHENYLENEDIAMINE Golden Millet and other vegetal extracts are the basis for this new, revolutionary hair dye, which is available in 12 colors and ensures a truly safe, reliable outcome, even for the most sensitive types of hair. SANOTINT LIGHT contains absolutely no P-Phenylenediamine, the substance that often causes scalp irritation and forces many women to resign themselves against coloring their hair. Because it also contains no Ammonia or metals, this hair dye truly is a product that can be used by everyone with complete confidence. Ingredients: Golden Millet oil extract with Calcium Pantothenate (Vitamin B5) and Biotine; vegetal extracts of Walnut Hull, Birch and Grape Seed. http://www.cosvalitaly.com/Sanotint/tinture_naturali_light.en.html List of colors http://www.cosvalitaly.com/Sanotint/elenco_sanotint_light.en.html Check out the color card here: http://www.cosvalitaly.com/Sanotint/elenco_ciocche_light_01.en.html In order to find out the closest point to you where the product is sold, fill out the following form and click on "Submit" http://www.cosvalitaly.com/modulo.en.html If you would like more information on our products, do not hesitate to contact us: Cosval S.r.l. Viale Delle Industrie, 10/5 20020 Arese (MI) Italy Phone: +39 02 93580479 Fax: +39 02 93581022 Email: [email protected] ======================== Ama Herbal ? Natural Hair Dyes ======================== Lustrous Henna: 100% natural free from harmful chemicals like: PPD, Ammonia, Peroxide etc. http://www.amaherbal.com/natural_hair_dye.html Lustrous Henna totally colours grey hair. ?Lustrous Henna 100% Natural Hair Dye from The Treasure Of Mother Earth. Developed in collaboration with Saba Botanicals of U.S.A. Inc.? ?..product 100% natural hair dye Lustrous Henna as the newest invention in the field of hair colouring.? ?The product is free from harmful chemicals Like: `Para Phenylene Diamine' (known as PPD), Ammonia and Peroxide. Click to see the certificate of analysis by Governement recognised laboratory.? Lustrous Henna is presently available in four colours: 1. Lustrous Henna Red. 2. Lustrous Henna Brown. 3. Lustrous Henna Burgundy. 4. Lustrous Henna Light Brown On the left side of the webpage click on the link ?order online.? They provide international delivery. http://www.amaherbal.com/about_lustrous_henna.html Or you may order here: http://www.amaherbal.com/order_out.html ========================================= Henna by Cynthia - Natural Henna Products ========================================= There is no PPD in Henna hair color. Colors: Black Persian red Persian sherry Persian mahogany Persian burgundy Dark brown Medium brown Light brown Persian copper Strawberry blonde Persian blonde Marigold blonde Persian neutral Natural Henna Hair Color - 4 oz. - $6.75 http://www.hennabycynthia.homestead.com/Hair.html ================================================= Light Mountain Natural Hair Color and Conditioner ================================================= ?Choose from our original line with the famous "henna animals" in 12 shades, or our unique Color the Gray line with 8 shades. We use no chemicals and no synthetic ingredients, only pure premium henna and other botanicals. We have been blending henna based natural hair colors since the early 1980's and are the leading totally natural line in the natural products industry.? ?The Doctors Prescription for Healthy Living Newsletter (by the people who did the Safe Shopper's Bible, Freedom Press, Topanga California) rated our product the only one they found that was totally safe and chemical free.? ?Light Mountain uses NO PPD, No Ammonia, No Peroxide, No Chemicals whatsoever? (..) No Harsh Chemicals or Additives ?Both our regular, original Light Mountain NATURAL Hair Color & Conditioner color range and our Color the Gray! product line for covering gray hair rely solely on blends of premium grade henna with other suitable botanicals. We use no other ingredients to create our rich, natural colors.? ?You can find Light Mountain products at better health food stores and online natural products retailers nationwide. Call our toll free information line at 800 824 6396 or email us at Lotus Brands email: [email protected] http://www.lotuspress.com/ltmtn.htm Online Retailer of Light Mountain Products http://www.internatural-alternative-health.com/VENDORS/LIGHTMOUNTAINLIGHTM_11150.cfm ========= Ecocolors ========= Ecocoloras may be another alternative. http://www.ecocolors.net/index.cfm?pg=WhatisEcoColors Although they do not say if Ecocolors contains P-Phenylenediamine or CPPD Black Rubber Mix they do state: ?Most people who are allergic to other hair color brands do not react to EcoColors Haircolor.? http://www.ecocolors.net/index.cfm?pg=WhatisEcoColors ?Apply EcoColors Haircolor to cover gray, add highlights or simply for shine and luster with extra body to your hair. EcoColors is a super-conditioning permanent hair color with Flax Oil, Castor Oil, and Flower Essence and natural preservatives!We only use the finest ingredients in the composition of our UNIQUE hair color. http://www.ecocolors.net/index.cfm?pg=HomeHaircolorKit ?Many people who are allergic to other brands do not react to EcoColors Haircolor. We strongly recommend that you always do a patch test before you using any hair color.? http://www.ecocolors.net/index.cfm?pg=FrequentlyAskedQuestions#1 "EcoColors Haircolor has been created with non toxic in mind. With the addition of the highest quality ingredients such as lecithin, vitamin E, vitamin C, nettles, rosemary, flower essence, grapefruit seed extract, EcoColors surpasses it's competitors in performance with super conditioning coverage that is natural looking and shiny." http://www.ecocolors.net/?pg=HomeHaircolorKit# Retail: HairColor Kits Register first in order to purchase the product http://www.ecocolors.net/index.cfm?pg=HomeHaircolorKit Colors: Black Dark brown Medium brown Light brown Dark ash brown Medium ash brown Reddish brown Warm auburn Light auburn Medium ash blonde Light ash blonde Golden blonde warm Bright red Or to find a Hair Salon that uses EcoColors Haircolor near you, enter your phone number's area code: http://www.ecocolors.net/FindASalon/FindASalon.cfm ============= Natures Dream ============= ?Naturtint Reflex Shine on Color Rinse is free of PPDs.? http://www.naturesdream.co.uk/html/faq.html Free of ammonia, resorcinol, peroxide and p-phenylenediamine. Hide early to mid fine grey. Lasts 6-7 washes. Contains special sun filter to protect & revitalise the hair. http://www.naturesdream.co.uk/acatalog/shop.html Naturtint Reflex - Shine-on Color Rinse 9 colours. Naturtint Shine-on Color Rinse - Color Guide http://www.naturesdream.co.uk/html/nttemp_colours.html Orders can be taken from the UK and Republic of Ireland only. Our Contact details: Natures Dream Ltd. Attlefield Farm, Hellidon, Daventry, Northants, NN11 6GG United Kingdom Phone: [+44] (0)1327 264444 Fax: [+44] (0)1327 264455 Email: [email protected] -------------------------------------------------------- It appears that Clairol Loving Care does not contain PPD. From the Beauty Walk Message Board: ?I too suffer with hair dye allergies and was devastated when I burnt my scalp and my hair started to fall out. I have discovered a dye that contains no ppd. It is called Clairol Loving Care. The only problem is it washes out in 6 to 8 washes so it means having to dye your hair more frequently. This I don't mind as long as it keeps the grey at bay!? http://www.beautywalk.com/talk/issues/messages/668.html -------------------------------------------------------- Two imported products that are used in salons claim to be safe. From the Beauty Walk Message Board: ?I?m in the same boat and years ago found 2 imported permanent hair dyes with no PPD, and they are awesome- only problem is no retail. One brand is Framesi, from Italy; the other brand is Goldwell from Germany. Many salons apply them in my city, but I can't afford salon applications every 2-3 months.? http://www.beautywalk.com/talk/issues/messages/173.html -------------------------------------------------------- Search Criteria: Natural hair dye Hair dye does not contain P-Phenylenediamine Hair "no PPD? Hypoallergenic hair dye I hope you find this helpful! If anything is unclear with my answer, please ask for clarification. Best regards, Bobbie7