Can Gluten be Absorbed Through the Skin?

I found an interesting topic on the Mayo Clinic website. An interesting question was asked about people with Celiac Disease and absorbing Gluten through the skin. A common misconception is that Gluten can be absorbed through the skin and can be harmful for the person with Celiac disease and cause a reaction. Gluten must be ingested in order for a reaction to occur and if you are using a cosmetic product that contains gluten you should not have to worry about a reaction. The only time I would be worried if their was any risk of swallowing the product. You should worry about products close to your mouth like toothpaste or chap stick. So double check ingredients on the products you use around your mouth.

To sum it up… If Gluten in not ingested you do not need to worry about a reaction unless you accidentally swallow the product!

Tags: Cosmetics