billt4sf
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Emily's neck. She thinks it's related to the new hood -- I do not.
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I used to think I was allergic to latex and found that I was actually allergic to talc. I use plain cornstarch for my seals and cornstarch baby powder when I want a baby powder product. ( don't use baby powder for your seals, it will supposedly degrade the latex). I tried KY and it didn't seem to lubricate the seals as well, drying before I could get dressed.I work with latex products and if you are allergic- you will have more than this rash. Latex allergies show as strongly as peanut type allergies and are actually very rare. most people show a contact dermatitis, which started showing when the aids epidemic first started and people started wearing latex gloves. Most got reactions from the gloves being on too long, or from the talc. It is has been said most likely from friction, or residual salt or contaminates on the seal. Also, sweating and lots of rotation while gearing up can abrade your neck (spoken from experience).
Emily's neck. She thinks it's related to the new hood -- I do not.