Finger Peeling from Cream: Identifying the Cause Ingredient
Question
I used a cream and my fingers peeled, but my face was fine. Can you please review the ingredients to determine which one might be causing this? The ingredients are:
- Pep®-Coll (Palmitoyl Tripeptide-5)
- Acetyl Hexapeptide-8 (Argireline)
- REGU®-AGE
- Slim-Coffee™ (Caffeine)
- Reservoir-Tech
- Safe-B3™ (Vitamin B3, Niacinamide)
- Aloe Vera Gel (Heavy)
- Phospholipid
- DMAE (SkinTight MD™) Liquid
- Repair Activator™
- Double Hyaluron Liquid
Answer
Identifying the Cause of Finger Peeling from Your Cream
Based on the ingredients you've listed and the fact that your fingers are peeling but your face is not, the most likely ingredient causing this reaction is DMAE (SkinTight MD™) Liquid.
Here's why:
- DMAE (SkinTight MD™) Liquid is known to potentially cause skin irritation, especially on thinner or more sensitive skin areas, or when used at higher concentrations. The skin on your fingers might be more susceptible to this irritation than the skin on your face, leading to peeling.
Another ingredient that could potentially cause irritation, although less likely with the high-purity version you are using, is Safe-B3™ (Vitamin B3, Niacinamide). While Safe-B3™ is designed to minimize the flushing and irritation sometimes associated with standard Niacinamide, individual sensitivity can still vary.
Why the difference between fingers and face?
The skin on different parts of your body can react differently to cosmetic ingredients due to variations in thickness, sensitivity, and exposure to external factors (like washing hands frequently).
Recommendation:
To determine if DMAE is the cause, you could try reducing its concentration in the cream or temporarily stop applying the cream to your fingers while continuing to use it on your face. If the peeling on your fingers stops, it is highly likely that DMAE was the culprit.
If the issue persists or you are concerned, it is always best to consult with a dermatologist to get a proper diagnosis and advice.
Related Products Mentioned
Safe-B3™ (Vitamin B3, Niacinamide)