Looks like a reaction though you may be jumping the gun on the l&p though.
Generally, an allergic reaction will begin from a certain area constantly becoming overexposed to monomer. Over time, the overexposed area will begin to slowly show signs of irritation which will gradually worsen with each new exposure until full blown 'allergic' like reactions start from permanent sensitization.
The reason why I am saying that it may not actually be the monomer is because... the reaction looks as if it is on all fingertips. Usually, monomer wont come into contact with this area of skin. The monomer will usually come into contact around the folds of the finger... or monomer rich dust will irritate the forearms or fingers.
The other reason is because it sounds like it came right out of the blue. Usually, this will not happen. Either the first time you are exposed... BAM... reaction (through natural sensitization) or the are will gradually become more and more irritated over time (acquired sensitization).
Are you certain that nothing new has come into contact with that area?
Only asking because I want you to be sure.
If it is the monomer you are using... there are alternatives. It may be a particular type of EMA that sparked the sensitization. Find an alternative and that could be ok (i.e. original SolarNail liquid is far less likely than R+ or Radical to cause a reaction)
You could also switch to wraps. I would not however... advise switching to gels, odorless, or UV cured L&P. Those have much higher sensitizers in them.
You can also try barrier crèmes or nitrile gloves (avoid latex).
Also always wear long sleeve shirts and wash your hands after every client.
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Generally, an allergic reaction will begin from a certain area constantly becoming overexposed to monomer. Over time, the overexposed area will begin to slowly show signs of irritation which will gradually worsen with each new exposure until full blown 'allergic' like reactions start from permanent sensitization.
The reason why I am saying that it may not actually be the monomer is because... the reaction looks as if it is on all fingertips. Usually, monomer wont come into contact with this area of skin. The monomer will usually come into contact around the folds of the finger... or monomer rich dust will irritate the forearms or fingers.
The other reason is because it sounds like it came right out of the blue. Usually, this will not happen. Either the first time you are exposed... BAM... reaction (through natural sensitization) or the are will gradually become more and more irritated over time (acquired sensitization).
Are you certain that nothing new has come into contact with that area?
Only asking because I want you to be sure.
If it is the monomer you are using... there are alternatives. It may be a particular type of EMA that sparked the sensitization. Find an alternative and that could be ok (i.e. original SolarNail liquid is far less likely than R+ or Radical to cause a reaction)
You could also switch to wraps. I would not however... advise switching to gels, odorless, or UV cured L&P. Those have much higher sensitizers in them.
You can also try barrier crèmes or nitrile gloves (avoid latex).
Also always wear long sleeve shirts and wash your hands after every client.
Keep us up to date