Allergen of the Year

Awards

• 2020 – Isobornyl Acrylate
• 2019 – Parabens Allergen
• 2018 – Propylene Glycol
• 2017 – Alkyl Glucoside
• 2016 – Cobalt
• 2015 – Formaldehyde
• 2014 – Benzophenones
• 2013 – Methylisothiazolinone - This chemical is used as a preservative in many cosmetics, lotions, and makeup removers; some of its side effects include flaky or scaly skin, breakouts, redness or itchiness, and moderate to severe swelling in the eye area.
• 2012 – Acrylate
• 2011 – Dimethyl fumarate - Dimethyl fumarate is the chemical associated with 'poisoned chairs' and 'toxic sandals'.
• 2010 – Neomycin
• 2009 – Mixed dialkyl thiourea - Neoprene rubber is a common source.
• 2008 – Nickel
• 2007 – Fragrance
• 2006 – p-Phenylenediamine - PPD is the hair dye chemical that is used to augment black henna tattoos. It has been shown to cause severe blistering and scarring, and its topical use is banned in some countries.
• 2005 – Corticosteroids
• 2004 – Cocamidopropyl betaine
• 2003 – Bacitracin
• 2002 – Thimerosal
• 2001 – Gold
• 2000 – Disperse Blue Dyes