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title: DermNet — Irritant contact dermatitis
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canonical_url: https://skinknowledgebase.com/sources/dermnet-irritant-contact-dermatitis
date_modified: 2026-05-11
date_reviewed: 2026-05-11
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original_source_url: https://dermnetnz.org/topics/irritant-contact-dermatitis
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# DermNet — Irritant contact dermatitis

## Quick Summary

DermNet reference on irritant contact dermatitis. It supports the Side Effect page about eye-area irritation from poorly tolerated products.

## What Studied

A dermatology reference page about irritant contact dermatitis and common irritation patterns.

## Main Findings

The page describes irritation caused by direct skin exposure to irritants, including redness, dryness, and discomfort.

## Why It Matters

Eye-area brightening routines need tolerability guardrails because irritation can make the under-eye area look worse.

## Related Entities

- [Skin Sensitivity](https://skinknowledgebase.com/concerns/skin-sensitivity)
- [Eye-Area Irritation](https://skinknowledgebase.com/side-effects/eye-area-irritation)
- [Why is my skin suddenly so sensitive?](https://skinknowledgebase.com/questions/why-is-my-skin-suddenly-sensitive)
- [Dry Skin](https://skinknowledgebase.com/concerns/dry-skin)
- [How often should I exfoliate my face?](https://skinknowledgebase.com/questions/how-often-should-i-exfoliate-my-face)
- [How do I get rid of dark circles under my eyes?](https://skinknowledgebase.com/questions/how-do-i-get-rid-of-dark-circles-under-my-eyes)
- [Why is my skin so dry even when I moisturize?](https://skinknowledgebase.com/questions/why-is-my-skin-so-dry-even-when-i-moisturize)