Review of allergic contact dermatitis: Scratching the surface

Table 2 Allergic contact dermatitis distribution and commonly associated sources of exposure[18,23]

Location	Type of exposure
Face/eyelids	Cosmetics, topical medications, or airborne allergens (volatile chemicals, sprays, dust, etc.)
Scalp/neck/posterior auricular folds	Hair dyes or shampoos
Sun exposed (face, upper chest, neck, arms)	Phototoxic or photoallergic reaction
Neck/upper chest	Fragrance in perfume or lotions
Hands	Occupational dermatitis (wet work or chemicals)
Trunk and axillary folds	Cloth dyes or textile exposure
Waist band	Rubber component of elastic waistband, nickel from belt buckle or buttons
Dorsal feet	Shoe chemicals (e.g., rubber accelerators, potassium dichromate)