The recent appearance of singer Rosalia in Paris Fashion Week, wearing her white -dyed axillary hair, awakens both admiration and concerns. Experts warn about possible dermatological risks associated with this practice.
We know that the Spanish singer -songwriter raises passions and expectation every time he presents publicly, and her outfit or behavior are followed or adopted by hundreds of thousands. Hence the important thing to be a model of generations, for better or bad.
The practice of dyeing axilas hair has its risks because it can irritate the skin.
Sensitive skin
According to Dr. Paloma Borregón, of the Spanish Group of Aesthetic and Therapeutic Dermatology (Gedet), the greatest risk of dyeing hair in delicate areas, such as armpits, is skin irritation.
The skin in these areas is thinner than in other parts of the body, explains the specialist to the agency EFE.
But not only are the armpits, there are other parts of the body in which there is hair and the skin is very sensitive. For example, eyelids and eyelashes, if extensions are placed, as well as English and genitals.
Dye practice
To achieve the desired color, a discoloration process is necessary using products that often contain ammonia or other aggressive substances. This can cause inflammation in an already vulnerable skin such as armpits, unlike another thicker skin, such as the scalp.
“In order to dye you have to discolor and the products always carry ammonia or other strong substances. When leaving the dye on the skin it can irritate and inflame it,” says Borregón.
The expert interprets that, as Rosalia had dyed the hair of the armpits, she could have resorted to a dyefor which he insists that you have to discolor first; Or that it has used a temporary spray, which goes with the washes, but also usually contains irritating substances that will inevitably be in contact with the skin.
Necessary alternatives and care
It is mentioned that some products, such as barros without ammonia, are not suitable for whitening hair, being more effective to obscure it. In addition, temporary sprays, although less harmful, can also cause irritation.
After a possible injury or that could have caused some adverse reaction, such as ECCEMASit is advisable to cut hair and, in case of inflammation, go to a dermatologist who can prescribe proper treatment, such as corticosteroid and antihistamine creams.
Fashion and health
The choice to dye axillary hair, as Rosalia did, may not be exempt from risks.
Therefore, experts advise caution and consultation with professionals in case of presenting any sign of irritation or allergy.
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