Perioral dermatitis is the trickiest skin condition I have ever dealt with. It is characterized as a red, inflamed thickening of the skin, primarily around the mouth and nostril area. It is sometimes accompanied by papules and pustules - which causes most of us to confuse it with acne. After much research, I found the most common triggers for PD include:
- use of topical steroids
- toothpaste with fluoride
- sodium laureth sulfate
- laundry detergent with overactive ingredients
- hormonal changes
- birth control
- stress
