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Hi all. I am new to this board. I have learned a lot from all of you so far but I do have a question about beauty products. Is it really necessary to avoid products with gluten in them? I don't understand how a shampoo or soap can make you sick. Is this only for those who have problems with DH? My only symptoms were gas and bloating. I've been feeling better since going gluten free with food. Will I feel even better if I get rid of all of my gluten products? Thanks.

Joanne

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Hi Joanne and welcome in! The problem with products is that you can get them in your mouth. Anything you use on your face, lipstick, shampoo that runs down your face in the shower, lotion that you use on your hands and then lick your finger or prepare food--that is enough to cause a reaction. I am very sensitive to products even made in the same factory as ones with gluten, so I use products made in a gluten free facility. There are a number of companies that are completely gluten-free. I use hair products, lotion and soap from The Gluten Free Savonnerie. For makeup, I use Bare Essentuals. Neutrogena has a nice lip gloss that I use that comes in a lot of colors and is inexpensive. I also like Badger lip balm (thanks Jen!) I get that at Whole Foods. Jenvan has a good list of gluten-free personal care products. I would also add that since you're new to gluten-free, sometimes after following the diet for a while, we become more sensitive to smaller amounts of gluten. So, yes, I believe you will fell a difference when you change your products.

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Hi Joanne and welcome in! The problem with products is that you can get them in your mouth. Anything you use on your face, lipstick, shampoo that runs down your face in the shower, lotion that you use on your hands and then lick your finger or prepare food--that is enough to cause a reaction. I am very sensitive to products even made in the same factory as ones with gluten, so I use products made in a gluten free facility. There are a number of companies that are completely gluten-free. I use hair products, lotion and soap from The Gluten Free Savonnerie. For makeup, I use Bare Essentuals. Neutrogena has a nice lip gloss that I use that comes in a lot of colors and is inexpensive. I also like Badger lip balm (thanks Jen!) I get that at Whole Foods. Jenvan has a good list of gluten-free personal care products. I would also add that since you're new to gluten-free, sometimes after following the diet for a while, we become more sensitive to smaller amounts of gluten. So, yes, I believe you will fell a difference when you change your products.

Thanks for the reply Patti. I'll give it a try. Do you live in Central Jersey by any chance?

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I live in Burlington Twp. How about you?

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I live in Burlington Twp. How about you?

I live in the Sayreville area. Too bad we don't live a little closer. But I'm glad to know that I can get help on these boards when I need it.

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