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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:
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1,3-Bis(hydroxymethyl)-5,5dimethyl-2,4-imidazolidinedione
1,3-Bis(hydroxymethyl)-5,5dimethylhydantoin
1,3-Di(hydroxymethyl)-5,5dimethylhydantoin
1,3-Dimethylol-5,5dimethylhydantoin
BRN 0882348
Caswell No. 273AB
DMDM hydantoin
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Dantoin dmdmh 55
Dantoin-DMDMH
Dimethylol-5,5-dimethylhydantoin
Dmdmh
Dmdmh 55
EINECS 229-222-8
EPA Pesticide Chemical Code
115501
Glycoserve-DMDMH
Glydant
HSDB 7488
What are some products that may contain DMDM hydantoin?
Body Washes:
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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
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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:
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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:
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Lever 2000 Anti Bacterial Moisturizing Wipes
Hair Care:
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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:
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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:
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Goddards Long Shine Brass and Copper Polish
Goddards Long Shine Silver Polish
Ivory Hand Dishwashing Liquid
Liquids/Creams/Lotions:
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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
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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:
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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:
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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
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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
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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.