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1994

CIS 94-1315 van der Walle H.B., Brunsveld V.M.
Dermatitis in hairdressers. (I) The experience of the past 4 years
Recent small-scale investigations into the prevalence of dermatitis among hairdressers in the Netherlands have helped to give some indication of the magnitude of the problem. During the period 1989-1992, patch tests on a total of 103 hairdressers indicated that glyceryl thioglycolate (GTG), ammonium persulfate and nickel sulfate were responsible for the majority of the positive reactions. Positive reactions were also found for hair dyes and preservatives, cocamidopropyl betaine and sodium coco hydrolyzed animal protein. It is emphasized that contamination of hairdressing salons with GTG may explain the flare-ups in GTG-sensitized hairdressers who no longer use GTG solutions.
Contact Dermatitis, Apr. 1994, Vol.30, No.4, p.217-221. 23 ref.

1993

CIS 94-1601 Bolm-Audorff U., Jöckel K.H., Kilguss B., Pohlabeln H., Siepenkothen T.
Malignant tumours of the lower urinary tract and occupational risk factors
Bösartige Tumoren der ableitenden Harnwege und Risiken am Arbeitsplatz [in German]
Chemists, chemical workers, employees in the rubber industry and hairdressers run a significantly higher risk of developing malignant tumours of the lower urinary tract. Painters were found to be at higher risk also, but not on a statistically significant level. Smoking and the consumption of beer and coffee were identified as non-occupational risk factors.
Wirtschaftsverlag NW, Postfach 10 11 10, Am Alten Hafen 113-115, 27511 Bremerhaven, Germany, 1993. 179p. Illus. Bibl.ref.

CIS 94-927 Other services
Anden service- og tjenesteydelse [in Danish]
Volume No.16 of a series of monographs covering occupational safety and health in all sectors of the Danish economy. This volume covers most services, including the military, waste disposal and treatment, sewer work and hairdressing. The sectors are quite diverse, and cannot be treated together. In the military, noise, musculoskeletal and skin problems are the most important. The main problems of the waste disposal sector are accidents, musculoskeletal stress, skin and biological hazards. The sewage sector is similar to the waste sector with the problems of vibration and climate in addition. For hairdressers, skin, respiratory and musculoskeletal problems predominate.
Direktoratet for Arbejdstilsynet, Landskronagade 33-35, 2100 København Ø, Denmark, 1993. 70p. 24 ref. Price: DKK 100.00.

CIS 94-328
International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC)
IARC monographs on the evaluation of the carcinogenic risks to humans - Occupational exposures of hairdressers and barbers and personal use of hair colourants; some hair dyes, cosmetic colourants, industrial dyestuffs and aromatic amines
This monograph represents the views and expert opinions of an IARC Working Group which met in Lyon, France 6-13 October 1992. IARC final classifications: the manufacture of magenta entails exposures that are carcinogenic (Group 1); occupation as a hairdresser or barber entails exposures that are probably carcinogenic (Group 2A); 4,4'-methylenebis(2-chloroaniline) (MOCA) is probably carcinogenic in humans (Group 2A); para-chloroaniline, CI Acid Red 114, CI Direct Blue 15, 2,6-dimethylaniline (2,6 xylidine), HC Blue No.1, CI Basic Red 9 and magenta containing CI basic red 9 are possibly carcinogenic in humans (Group 2B); 2-amino-4-nitrophenol, 2-amino-5-nitrophenol, CI Acid Orange 3, CI Pigment Red 3, D&C Red No.9, 1,4-diamino-2-nitrobenzene (2-nitro-para-phenylenediamine), N-N-dimethylaniline, HC Blue No.2, HC Red No.3, HC Yellow No.4 and personal use of hair colorants are not classifiable as to their carcinogenicity in humans (Group 3).
World Health Organization, Distribution and Sales Service, 1211 Genève 27, Switzerland, 1993. 427p. Index. Bibl.ref. Price: CHF 75.00.

CIS 93-1863 Rosen R.H., Freeman S.
Prognosis of occupational contact dermatitis in New South Wales, Australia
570 patients with occupational contact dermatitis (OCD) were seen between 1984 and 1990 at the Skin and Cancer Foundation in Sydney. 336 (59%) were followed up 1 to 5 years later. Roughly a third were healed, a third were improved without complete healing, a quarter had no change and one-twelfth of the patients had deteriorated. The overall improvement rate was in excess of 70%. Data derived from these patients demonstrated that changing the work duties of patients with OCD improved their outcome (p<0.01), whilst leaving the industry altogether resulted in a greater overall healing rate (p<0.01). No difference existed between the outcome of irritant contact dermatitis compared with allergic contact dermatitis. Atopics as expected had a worse prognosis. The outcome in the construction industry was significantly poorer than other industries. Patients suffering from allergic contact dermatitis from chromate also had a dismal prognosis.
Contact Dermatitis, Aug. 1993, Vol.29, No.2, p.88-93. 26 ref.

CIS 93-1542 Tomb R.R., Lepoittevin J-P., Durepaire F., Grosshans E.
Ectopic contact dermatitis from ethyl cyanoacrylate instant adhesives
Although allergic reactions to cyanoacrylates adhesives are extremely rare, they should not be considered impossible. The authors report on the case of a young hairdresser who developed an occupational allergic contact dermatitis to 2 "instant glues" used to attach false hair. The eczematous eruption involved the fingers and face slightly but mainly the eyelids. Patch test reactions were strongly positive to ethyl cyanoacrylate adhesives.
Contact Dermatitis, Apr. 1993, Vol.28, No.4, p.206-208. 8 ref.

1992

CIS 94-983 Wulfhorst B., John S.M., Schwanitz H.J.
Protective gloves for hairdressers - Testing, selection and use
Schutzhandschuhe für das Friseurhandwerk: Problematik der Prüfung, Auswahl und Anwendung [in German]
In a test, none of the gloves used by hairdressers proved to be impermeable to all of the chemicals they have to work with. The substances used in the experiments included hydrogen peroxide, water, ammonia, perming and fixing solutions. The gloves tested were made of polyethylene, polyvinyl chloride, and latex. The chemical substances penetrating the gloves were more readily absorbed by the skin because of the absence of air inside a glove.
Dermatosen in Beruf und Umwelt, Nov.-Dec. 1992, Vol.40, No.6, p.221-231. Illus. 38 ref.

CIS 94-893 French Society of Occupational Medicine and Health - Meetings of 8 Oct. and 12 Nov. 1991
Société de médecine et d'hygiène du travail: Séances du 8 octobre et du 12 novembre 1991 [in French]
Topics of papers presented at the meetings of 8 Oct. and 12 Nov. 1991 of the French Society of Occupational Medicine and Health: measurement of bronchial reactivity among personnel of a plant manufacturing orthopedic prostheses; cardio-vascular risk factors among truck drivers and drivers of public transport vehicles; study of bronchial hyperreactivity associated with hairdressers' dermatoses; exposure to isocyanates: comparative study of respiratory symptoms in enterprises; conjunctivitis, rhinitis and asthma due to occupational exposure to the medicinal plant Harpagophytum; HIV infection: epidemiological update, classification and trends; aptitude to work of HIV-positive physicians.
Archives des maladies professionnelles, 1992, Vol.53, No.4, p.281-295.

CIS 93-1238 Del Guerra P., Caraccio N., Simoncini M., Monzani F.
Occupational thyroid disease
A case of thyrotoxicosis due to occupational exposure to cosmetics in a 35-year-old beautician is reported. The hormonal pattern was consistent with exogenous thyroid hormone administration, but not with iodine hyperthyroidism. The patient denied she was using thyroid hormones; also, she lacked the typical features of patients with thyrotoxicosis factitia. Her occupational history was carefully reviewed: a heavy exposure of the unprotected skin to cosmetic creams containing iodine, thyroid hormones, and thyroid extracts had occurred in the previous months. The patient was advised to refrain from the exposure, and a persistent remission of thyrotoxicosis was observed thereafter. This case suggests that percutaneous absorption of thyromimetic substances, though never described before, may occur in an occupational setting. We advise that such cosmetics be handled with care, not only by patients with thyroid disease but by euthyroid subjects as well; close medical surveillance over the use of such preparations seems appropriate.
International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health, 1992, Vol.63, No.6, p.373-375. 7 ref.

CIS 92-1981 Castiglioni G., Carosso A., Manzoni S., Nebiolo F., Bugiani M.
Results of routine patch testing of 834 patients in Turin
834 consecutive patients (630 female), aged between 26 and 46 years, who were suspected of having allergic contact dermatitis, were patch tested with the GIRDCA standard series during 1989-1990. The most frequent sensitisers observed included nickel sulfate, cobalt, Kathon CG, perfumes, potassium dichromate and balsam of Peru. The influence of individual factors such as sex, age and occupation on the patch test results, and the coexistence of 2 or more unrelated but statistically significant sensitivities were evaluated.
Contact Dermatitis, Sep. 1992, Vol.37, No.3, p.182-185. Illus. 24 ref.

1991

CIS 92-557 Budde U., Schwanitz H.J.
Contact dermatitis among hairdressing apprentices in Lower Saxony
Kontaktdermatiden bei Auszubildenden des Friseurhandwerks in Niedersachsen [in German]
In June and July of 1989, 4008 hairdressing apprentices (M,F) in Lower Saxony (Germany) participated in a questionnaire survey on the prevalence of contact dermatitis. Over 70% reported skin problems and nearly 30% encountered severe skin problems since inception of their apprentices (M,F)hip. Twenty percent had to give up this profession due to a skin disease. Eleven percent suffered from skin problems prior to becoming an apprentice. Protective gloves were worn by 79% only during hair dying operations.
Dermatosen in Beruf und Umwelt, Mar.-Apr. 1991, Vol.39, No.2, p.41-48. Illus. 54 ref.

CIS 91-1922 Reygagne A., Garnier R., Efthymiou M.L., Gervais P.
Occupational allergic contact dermatitis due to glyceryl monothioglycolate. Persistence of the allergen in hair several weeks after permanent wave application
Eczéma au monothioglycolate de glycérol chez une coiffeuse. Persistance de l'allergène dans les cheveux plusieurs semaines après l'application d'une permanente [in French]
Glyceryl thioglycolate (GTG) used in acid permanent-wave solutions appears to be much more sensitising than ammonium thioglycolate, the main component of traditional permanent-wave products. A case of allergic contact dermatitis due to GTG is reported in a 43-year old hairdresser whose symptoms were strictly work-related. She only cut hair and had no direct contact with cosmetic products. Patch testing was positive for GTG only. Positive reactions were also obtained with hair treated with the solution and cut immediately or several weeks after the application of the preparation. This shows that GTG may be responsible for allergic contact dermatitis in hairdressers and emphasises the long persistence of the allergen in hair, makint its removal especially difficult.
Journal de toxicologie clinique et expérimentale, May-June 1991, Vol.11, No.3-4, p.183-187. 9 ref.

CIS 91-1322
International Electrotechnical Commission
Safety of household and similar electrical appliances - Part I: General requirements
Sécurité des appareils électrodomestiques et analogues - Partie I: Prescriptions générales [in French]
This standard applies to electrical appliances used not only in households but also in shops, in light industry and on farms. Appliances covered include catering equipment, cleaning appliances for industrial and commercial use and appliances for hairdressers.
Bureau central de la Commission électrotechnique internationale, 3 rue de Varembé, 1211 Genève 20, Switzerland, 3rd. ed., 1991. 240p.

1990

CIS 91-864 Zerboni R., Moroni P., Cannavo S.P., Monti M.
Barber's hair sinus of the hand
Sinus pilonidale interdigitale dei parrucchieri [in Italian]
Three cases of barber's hair sinus of the hand are presented. The lesion is produced by penetration of extraneous short hairs into the interdigital spaces of the hand. The hairs produce an inflammatory reaction and foreign body granuloma. The clinical picture is usually benign but can be complicated by repeated infection which may require surgery. The structure of the lesions varies from epithelial-lined tract, cyst with surrounding foreign body reaction, to fibrotic cicatricial tissue. The exact reasons for the lesion are not known, but several theories are offered. It is, however, clear that since the 1970's Italian barbers have changed their methods of cutting hair, using their hands more than the customary instruments, i.e., combs, brushes, etc. The authors discuss the occupational problems due to the complications of disabling lesions.
Medicina del lavoro, Mar.-Apr. 1990, Vol.81, No.2, p.138-141. Illus. 9 ref.

CIS 91-460 Skov T., Andersen A., Malker H., Pukkala E., Weiner J., Lynge E.
Risk of cancer of the urinary bladder among hairdressers in the Nordic Countries
There is evidence of an increased risk for cancer of the urinary bladder among hairdressers. In a Danish linkage between census data and cancer register data both male and female hairdressers have an elevated risk for bladder cancer. The risk for lung cancer is close to unity, indicating that occupational factors, rather than smoking, may be responsible for the increased risk for bladder cancer among hairdressers. To evaluate this hypothesis a collaborative analysis of data from similar linkages in Finland, Norway, and Sweden was carried out. The combination of high risk for bladder cancer and low or no risk for lung cancer was not found in the other Nordic countries: however, statistically significant increased risks for both bladder and lung cancer were found among male hairdressers in both Norway and Sweden. The relative risks for bladder cancer were of the same magnitude as the relative risks for lung cancer.
American Journal of Industrial Medicine, 1990, Vol.17, No.2, p.217-223. Bibl.ref.

1989

CIS 90-1043 Sieben G.
Protection of health: From early morning to late evening - Women at work in standing postures
Gesundheitsschutz: von früh bis spät stehen - Frauen in Stehberufen [in German]
This guide analyses the physiological load on women imposed by standing postures at the workplace. Heavy loads on muscles and joints affect the spine, discs, abdomen and feet. Circulatory disorders as well as vascular diseases due to standing postures are described in detail. One part of the guide is devoted to preventive measures included in job reorganisation, with particular emphasis on occupations in retail trade and services. Individual preventive measures include personal hygiene, sport and relaxation exercices, and the wearing of appropriate shoes.
Bundesanstalt für Arbeitsschutz, Vogelpothsweg 50-52, 4600 Dortmund 1, Federal Republic of Germany, 1989. 47p. Illus.

1987

CIS 89-1890 Rystedt I.
Arbetsmiljöinstitutet
Hand eczema in atopic subjects
Handeksem hos atopiker [in Swedish]
Report on a dermatological follow-up study of 1,177 atopic subjects and 194 non-atopic controls. The role of atopy in different working conditions was studied in 445 hand eczema patients who had previously been treated at a department of occupational dermatology as well as in 274 hairdressers. The prevalence of hand eczema was 34% and 5%, respectively, in people with a history of atopic dermatitis and respiratory allergy and 4% in non-atopics. Hand eczema was also more prevalent in atopic hairdressers. 28% of the subjects in the "occupational" patient group had a history of atopic dermatitis. Hand eczema was significantly more common in people exposed to irritants. However, about 25% of the people with high-risk occupations never developed hand eczema. The most important hand eczema predictor was atopic hand dermatitis in childhood.
Arbetarskyddsstyrelsen, Publikationsservice, 171 84 Solna, Sweden, 1987. 83p. Illus. 88 ref.

CIS 89-1228 Watt A.D.
Hairdressers and hepatitis B - A risk of inapparent parenternal infection
According to Scottish statistics for 1981-84, 14 cases of hepatitis B out of 1774 recorded were in hairdressers. This represents an annual incidence rate for the profession of 41 per 100,000, a major increase from the annual incidence rate of 7.79 per 100,000 for the period 1973-80. The possible role of parenteral infection through skin affected by dermatitis is discussed.
Journal of the Society of Occupational Medicine, Winter 1987, Vol.37, No.4, p.124-125. 8 ref.

CIS 89-933 Ippen H.
Ingredients of modern hair colours
Bestandteile moderner Haarfarben [in German]
70 substances currently used in colouring human hair are reviewed from chemical and structural viewpoints. Structural similarities to known contact allergens, in particular p-phenylenediamine and benzoquinones, are examined. Despite the relatively large number of new substances, the dangers of new potent allergens or cross-reactions with widely encountered existing agents are limited.
Dermatosen in Beruf und Umwelt, 1987, Vol.35, No.5, p.157-161. Illus. 2 ref.

1986

CIS 87-1379 Van der Burg C.K.H., Bruynzeel D.P., Vreeburg K.J.J., Von Blomberg B.M.E., Scheper R.J.
Hand eczema in hairdressers and nurses: a prospective study. I. Evaluation of atopy and nickel hypersensitivity at the start of apprenticeship
A prospective study of the development of hand eczema was initiated in 86 junior hairdressers and 217 junior nurses. None of the apprentices presented with hand eczema, but a history of hand eczema was reported by 22/303 (7%) of the students. Almost half of this group (10/22, 45%) could be classified as atopics. Students without a history of hand eczema showed a frequency of atopy (17%) close to that of the general population. History of hand eczema was not related to nickel hypersensitivity, as assessed by patch testing. The incidence of nickel hypersensitivity was high in junior hairdressers (26%), compared to junior nurses (12%). Anamnesis suggested that development of nickel allergy had been promoted by ear-piercing. A lower incidence of nickel hypersensitivity was observed if ear-piercing had been preceded by orthodontic treatment with nickel-containing materials.
Contact Dermatitis, May 1986, Vol.14, No.5, p.275-279. 24 ref.

CIS 87-620 Brandão F.M.
Occupational allergy to lavender oil
Case study of a hairdresser with dermatitis of the hands and wrists. Patch testing revealed lavender oil to be the agent responsible; the subject was frequently in contact with shampoo containing lavender oil. Contact dermatitis from shampoos is rare, and usually attributable to preservatives.
Contact Dermatitis, Oct. 1986, Vol.15, No.4, p.249-250. 11 ref.

CIS 86-1092 Nethercott J.R., MacPherson M., Choi B.C.K., Nixon P.
Contact dermatitis in hairdressers
Eighteen cases of hand dermatitis in hairdressers seen over a 5-year period are reviewed. The diagnosis in these patients are discussed with reference to other studies of hand dermatitis in hairdressers. Contact allergy due to paraphenylenediamine and related hair dyes was the presenting complaint in younger hairdressers, while formaldehyde allergy occurred in those who were older. The prognosis in the former group of workers with respect to continued employment in the trade tended to be poorer than in the latter. Follow-up revealed that hand dermatitis often resulted in the worker not continuing to work in the hairdressing trade.
Contact Dermatitis, Feb. 1986, Vol.14, No.2, p.73-79. 18 ref.

1985

CIS 88-1035 Conde-Salazar L., Romero L.V., Guimaraens D., Sánchez Yus E., González M.
Interdigital fistula and trichogranuloma among barbers (Barber's hair sinus)
Fístula y tricogranuloma inter-digital de los peluqueros/Fístula y tricogranuloma inter-digital de los peluqueros [in Spanish]
Description of this interdigital skin disease caused by the penetration of hair in the epidermis and most frequently affecting barbers' hands. A case study is included in the article.
Medicina y seguridad del trabajo, Jan.-Mar. 1985, Vol.32, No.126, p.27-30. Illus. 11 ref.

CIS 87-203 Kumaki T., Kurosaki S., Yunoki H.
An occupational health survey on beauticians in Japan. IV. Relationship of lumbago to body weight
The relationship of body weight and lumbago was investigated in barbers and hairdressers for the purpose of analysing the cause of these lumbagoes. Acute lumbago occurred often in cold weather for low-weight workers. Acute lumbago was found at high rates in overweight workers doing dynamic work such as raising heavy loads. Chronically progressing lumbago occurred at a high rate in low-weight workers whose operational procedures required continued unnatural postures.
Journal of Nippon Medical School, Aug. 1985, Vol.52, No.4, p.117-122. Illus. 2 ref.

CIS 87-202 Kumaki T., Kurosaki S., Yunoki H.
An occupational health survey on beauticians in Japan. III. Survey of lumbago
The following results were obtained by questionnaire on the occurrence of lumbago among barbers and beauticians. This disorder was closely associated with these occupations, because these workers are obliged to maintain standing, half-rising or other unnatural postures for long periods. In almost all cases, the intensities of the lumbago were limited either to light pain or fatigue which were located at the waist. The workers mainly suffer from chronic progressive lumbago. Therefore, the demonstration of a causal relationship between lumbago and these occupations was not as clear as the relationship between acute disorders and occupations.
Journal of Nippon Medical School, Aug. 1985, Vol.52, No.4, p.111-116. Illus. 3 ref.

CIS 86-2055
(Arbetarskyddsstyrelsen)
Hairdressing
Frisörarbete [in Swedish]
These regulations (effective 1 July 1986) apply to such activities as shampooing, hair-cutting, shaving, curling, spraying, and tinting. They lay down that the premises should be adapted to these activities and to the number of people working in them, that there should be customer chairs which can be rotated and adjusted in height and are surrounded by enough free space to enable the personnel to work in an adequate posture, that hairdresser's chairs should be available for tasks that can be performed sitting or half-sitting, that the tools should be light, easy to use and not cause nickel allergy, that salons and barber shops should be equippped so as to ensure good personal hygiene, that protective gloves and clothing should be available for work involving dyes, bleaches, solvents, etc., and that the workers should be informed about the hazards in their work environment. Detailed commentaries.
LiberDistribution, 162 89 Stockholm, Sweden, 19 Dec. 1985. 9p.

CIS 86-1065 Ameille J., Pagès M.G., Capron F., Proteau J., Rochemaure J.
Respiratory pathology due to inhalation of hair spray
Pathologie respiratoire induite par l'inhalation de laque capillaire [in French]
Description of various pulmonary disorders attributed to hair spray, based on a critical review of the clinical, experimental and epidemiological literature. The disorders include pulmonary thesaurismosis, bronchitis, small airway obstruction and broncho-pulmonary cancer. Whereas occasional inhalation of aerosols of hair lacquer by the non-professional user is probably not hazardous, the repeated and prolonged inhalation experienced by hairdressers presents a definite risk of bronchitis and small airway obstruction. An increased risk of cancer, however, has not been demonstrated.
Revue de pneumologie clinique, 1985, Vol.41, p.325-330. 56 ref.

CIS 86-141 Kellett J.K., Beck M.H.
Ammonium persulphate sensitivity in hairdressers
Ammonium persulfate is a component of hairdressing bleaches. 12 of 49 professional hairdressers patch tested with ammonium persulfate gave positive reactions, in contrast to 1 of 118 patients who were not hairdressers. 7 out of 10 of these 12 patients have since given up hairdressing. The stability of ammonium persulfate preparations in petrolatum or water was tested; about 24% of the initial amount of the compound degraded in 6 months. This suggests that preparations this old or older should not be used.
Contact Dermatitis, July 1985, Vol.13, No.1, p.26-28. 5 ref.

1984

CIS 86-103 Zielhuis R.L., Stijkel A., Verberk M.M., van de Poel-Bot M.
Health risks to female workers in occupational exposure to chemical agents
This literature review examines the available evidence of extra health risks to female workers who are occupationally exposed to chemical agents. The risks during pregnancy and lactation to either the mother or the offspring, as well as nearly all epidemiological studies and some relevant animal studies, are critically reviewed. Areas in which information is lacking are identified. Chapters cover: organic solvents, carbon disulfide, pesticides, polychlorinated and polybrominated biphenyls, plastic monomers, carbon monoxide, metals in general, lead, cadmium, mercury, operating-room personnel, health-care personnel, the pharmaceutical industry, the chemical industry and laboratories, the rubber industry, hairdressers, conclusions.
Springer Verlag, Heidelberger Platz 3, D-1000 Berlin 33, 1984. 119p. Bibl.

CIS 85-1943 Yamasaki R., Dekio S., Jidoi J.
Allergic contact dermatitis to ammonium thioglycolate
Four hairdresser apprentices developed eczematous dermatitis on both hands. Patch testing identified ammonium thioglycolate, a component of permanent-wave solution, as the agent responsible. Although ammonium thioglycolate is recognised as an irritant, the duration of the dermatitis in the present cases indicates an allergic response to the compound.
Contact Dermatitis, Oct. 1984, Vol.11, No.4, p.255. 4 ref.

CIS 85-747 Saito Y., Mochizuki A., Hidano A., Ishizu S.
Occupational contact dermatitis in hairdressers
8 hairdressers with occupational contact dermatitis of the hands and forearms were examined by patch tests. Para-phenylenediamine (PPDA) produced positive reactions in 6 of 7 patients tested. None of 7 patients showed positive reactions to nickel sulfate, which seems to be a common allergen in hairdressers abroad. Among the 8 cases, 4 cases were considered to be allergic contact dermatitis due to PPDA (3 cases) or mercaptobenzothiazole (1 case), 3 cases were mixed contact dermatitis, and the others were irritant contact dermatitis.
Journal of Tokyo Women's Medical College, Apr. 1984, Vol.54, No.4, p.327-331. Illus. 6 ref.

1983

CIS 84-1991 Stovall G.K., Levin L., Oler J.
Occupational dermatitis among hairdressers. A multifactor analysis
An epidemiologic field study was conducted on 333 female and 72 male hairdressers working in 150 shops to determine the relationship of dermatitis to a medical history of allergy, frequency of specific product use, sex, and number of years on the job. Work practices and procedures were observed and chemical inventories taken during on-site visits to 100 beauty salons. Analysis indicated a significant association between the occurrence of dermatitis and a medically confirmed history of allergy which decreased with increasing number of years of hairdressing, indicating that highly susceptible individuals probably leave such work. No significant relation between dermatitis and the levels of frequency of product use was found. Methods of controlling and preventing occupational dermatitis among hairdressers and research into specific aetiological factors of such dermatitis are discussed.
Journal of Occupational Medicine, Dec. 1983, Vol.25, No.12, p.871-878. 16 ref.

1982

CIS 83-1448 Kumaki T., Wakayama Y., Yatsushiro Y., Furuya K., Yunoki H.
A survey report on the cosmetologists' occupational health
Work in beauty salons was analysed in the context of factors such as working posture and hours, and air pollution levels of ammonia, from cold waving lotion, polyvinyl chloride from hair spray, and cosmetic powders.
Journal of Nippon Medical School, Aug. 1982, Vol.49, No.4, p.130-135. Illus. 9 ref.

CIS 83-1375 Ohno Y., Hamajima N., Mizuno S.
Hair dye exposures and cancer - An epidemiological review
The background and production volume of hair dyes in Japan and the toxicological aspects of their mutagenicity, carcinogenicity and teratogenicity are studied. Epidemiological studies of hair dye exposures (occupational and personal) and human cancers of the urinary bladder, breast, lung and other sites are reviewed, with attention to statistical associations, and methodological problems of study design and analysis. There seems to be little evidence of a relation between hair dye exposure and human cancers of the sites mentioned.
Current Medicine, 20 Mar. 1982, Vol.29, No.3, p.459-471. 55 ref.

CIS 83-178 Lynde C.W., Mitchell J.C.
Patch test results in 66 hairdressers 1973-81
Report on the patch testing, over an 8-year period, of 66 hairdressers who presented with dermatological problems. The patch testing involved exposure to 2 ranges of testing chemicals (the North American Contact Dermatitis Group screening tray, a hairdresser's screening tray, or both). Of the 66 patients, 48 showed one or more positive reactions; 18 were entirely negative. p-Phenylenediamine (PPD) produced positive reactions in 45% of patients; PPD para-derivatives (p-aminophenylamine, o-nitro-p-phenylenediamine and p-toluenediamine sulfate) produced positive reactions in 10 patients. Nickel sulfate produced positive reactions in 27% of patients and glyceryl monothioglycolate in 6 patients. Other chemicals tested produced allergic reactions in no more than 4 patients of 66 (6%).
Contact Dermatitis, Sep. 1982, Vol.8, No.5, p.302-307. 9 ref.

1981

CIS 83-490 Zuskin E., Loke J., Bouhuys A.
Helium-oxygen flow-volume curves in detecting acute response to hair spray
The maximum expiratory flow-volume (MEFV) curves have been used to study small airway obstruction caused by bronchoconstrictive agents. The purpose of this study is to evaluate the changes in small airway function after acute hair spray exposure with the air (A) and helium-oxygen (He) MEFV curves. The flow-rate response of breathing He compared to A (ΔMEF 50) at 50% of the control forced vital capacity (FVC), and the point of identical flow on A and He MEFV curves (known as volume of isoflow - Viso@V8) were measured. Eight of 11 subjects reacted to the hair spray by demonstrating a decrease in the MEF50 and ΔMEF50. There was a significant increase in Viso@V8 suggesting that the volume of isoflow may be a sensitive test for detecting acute small airway obstruction after hair spray exposure.
International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health, Sep. 1981, Vol.49, No.1, p.41-44. Illus. 16 ref.

CIS 82-749 Mollet C., Cordier J.M., Lauwerys R.
Study of the pulmonary function of hairdressers
Etude de la fonction pulmonaire de coiffeurs [in French]
Part 1: bibliographical review of surveys of volunteers, hairdressers, and their employees to determine the existence of a pulmonary pathology linked with the prolonged inhalation of products used in this profession. Part 2: comparison of the ventilatory function of a group of Belgian hairdressers with that of a control group of non-hairdressers. No distinct deterioration was found in the hairdressers' ventilatory function, but their professional environment may have a slightly harmful effect, which could be aggravated by prolonged exposure. The brief inhalation (10s) of an aerosol hairspray did not have any acute effect on the respiratory parameters.
Cahiers de médecine du travail - Cahiers voor arbeidsgeneeskunde, Sep. 1981, Vol.18, No.3, p.141-157. Illus. 35 ref.

CIS 82-268
National Board of Occupational Safety and Health (Arbetarskyddsstyrelsen)
Notification: amendments to Directives No.115 concerning hairdressing establishments
Kungörelse om ändring i anvisningar nr 115 Frisörarbete [in Swedish]
The notification (effective 1 Jan. 1982) supplements Directives No.115 (CIS 77-1748) with respect to hair dyes, following results of investigations showing that some dyes and chemicals contained in these dyes can cause tumours in laboratory animals, and that they can be absorbed by the skin. Furthermore, some dyes are allergens. To avoid skin damage, plastic gloves (for one-time use only) should be provided for hairdressers working with hair dyes, who should also wear protective blouses when applying hair dyes or cleaning used equipment.
Liber Förlag, 162 89 Stockholm, Sweden, 1981. 4p. Gratis.

1980

CIS 81-1051 Gebbers J.O., Burkhardt A., Tetzner C., Rüdiger H.W., Von Wichert P.
"Hair-spray lung" - Clinical and morphological findings
"Haarspray-Lunge" - Klinische und morphologische Befunde [in German]
Two cases, one occupational in a male hairdresser, of fibrosing alveolitis with marked decrease in respiratory function are reported. Histological findings are detailed. The diagnosis was exogenous thesaurosis of the lung, and there was marked improvement in both patients when exposure was stopped. Components of the hair sprays discussed as possible aetiological agents are polyvinylpyrrolidone and polyvinyl acetate.
Schweizerische medizinische Wochenschrift - Journal suisse de médecine, 19 Apr. 1980, Vol.110, No.16, p.610-615. Illus. 31 ref.

CIS 81-780 Camus J.P., Prier A.
Occupational systemic lupus due to cosmetics
Lupus systémique professionnel induit par les cosmétiques. [in French]
Case study of lupus erythematosus presenting the biological characteristics of an induced affection, although the patient was not taking any medication. Relapses occurred only during periods of intense occupational activity involving more or less permanent contact with cosmetics. A complete change of occupation resulted in total disappearance of the disease. The role of dyes (diamines) in cosmetics in the aetiology of the disease is discussed. The pathogenicity and apparent rarity of this occupational lupus is unexplained.
Annales de médecine interne, 1980, Vol.131, No.5, p.279-280. 6 ref.

CIS 81-562 Alderson M.
Cancer mortality in male hairdressers
Observed and expected mortality among more than 2000 hairdressers identified in 1961 was followed until 1978. The overall mortality and number of deaths from all neoplasms were lower than expected. No appreciable or significant excess was found for cancer of the oesophagus, larynx, lung and bladder, or for leukaemia.
Journal of Epidemiology and Community Health, Sep. 1980, Vol.34, No.3, p.182-185. 30 ref.

1979

CIS 80-251 Hakala E., Järvenpää I., Hassi J.
Hairdresser working conditions - A study on the chemicals used and the ergonomic factors involved.
Kampaamo- ja parturityön työolot - Selvitys käytettävistä kemikaaleista ja ergonomisista tekijöistä [in Finnish]
Ten shops with 34 personnel were studied: amounts, methods and frequency of use, compositions and effects of the products handled in the work and the protective devices used. Exposure was estimated and skin rash occurrence graphed. 15 different products from 134 manufacturers were in the shops; ammonia was the most dangerous substance to the respiratory system. Hydrogen sulfide, fluorocarbons and solvents were also found in the air. Skin changes appeared in 29% of the workers. As regards the ergonomic conditions, most problems arose from the hair blower work positions and weight; lack of facilities for workbreaks and harmful work positions (bending and arms held up) were also noted. Recommendations include better design for the shops and training the workers. English summary.
TTL 26-1979, Työolosuhteet 17, Institute of Occupational Health (Työterveyslaitos), Laajaniityntie 1, 01620 Vantaa 62, Finland, 1979. 62p. Illus. 23 ref. Price: Fmk 6.00.

1977

CIS 79-24 Standard for safety - Hair clipping and shaving appliances.
This standard was adopted as American National Standard ANSI/UL 1028-1977 on 7 Sep. 1977. Its requirements cover hair clippers and shaving appliances to be employed, in accordance with the U.S. National Electrical Code, for household or commercial use on persons or animals, and appliances in which motion of an operating part is produced by electrical means. Definitions are followed by sections devoted to: construction (frame and enclosure; mechanical assembly; protection against corrosion; supply connections; earthing; current-carrying parts; capacitors; switches and controllers; motors; overcurrent protection; insulating material; internal wiring); protection against accidents; performance tests (leakage current, starting current; input, temperature, dielectric voltage withstand); marking.
ANSI/UL 1028-1977, Underwriters' Laboratories, 207 East Ohio Street, Chicago, Illinois 60611, USA. 30p. Illus.

CIS 77-1992 Czarnecki N.
Clinical aspects and pathogenesis of hairdresser's eczema
Zur Klinik und Pathogenese des Friseurekzems [in German]
Results of 5-year studies in 3 male and 71 female hairdressers at a university dermatological clinic: patch tests and list of test substances, initial symptom, type of skin reaction. The condition is characterised by the early onset of skin symptoms, rapid recovery on change of profession and the existence of numerous causative agents. Comparison of results with those of other authors. Preventive measures: patch tests, pre-employment dermatological evaluation, wearing of gloves during use of toxic or alkaline substances, skin hygiene. French translation may be obtained from INRS, 30 rue Olivier-Noyer, 75680 Paris Cedex 14, France.
Zeitschrift für Hautkrankheiten, 1 Jan. 1977, Vol.52, No.1, p.1-10. Illus. 16 ref.

1976

CIS 77-1981 Pepys J., Hutchcroft B.J., Breslin A.B.X.
Asthma due to inhaled chemical agents - Persulphate salts and henna in hairdressers.
Exposure tests in 2 hairdressers with occupational asthma are described. One had an immediate marked asthmatic reaction to the mixing of a bleach containing potassium persulfate and hydrogen peroxide and immediate skin test reactions to sodium and potassium persulfate; the other showed a non-immediate asthmatic reaction and negative skin tests to the persulfate preparations and immediate skin and bronchial reactions to a henna extract. Thus the nature of the asthmatic response may differ from subject to subject.
Clinical Allergy, July 1976, Vol.6, No.4, p.399-404. Illus. 11 ref.

CIS 77-1748 Directives concerning the prevention of occupational hazards and diseases in hairdressing establishments
Anvisningar om åtgärder för att förebygga skada och ohälsa vid frisörarbete [in Swedish]
Contents of these directives (entry into force: 1 Feb. 1977): workroom design and equipment (dimensions, floor surfacing, hot and cold water supply, ventilation, thermal comfort, lighting levels, prevention of glare, choice of colours); work postures (customers' adjustable seats; arrangements for personnel to work seated or in semi-seated position (high stool); personnel information on hazards of bad working posture, etc.); chemical preparations (choice, restricted exposure, fire prevention, local exhaust ventilation for wig and artificial hairpiece drying, use of disposable gloves); personal hygiene; staff room (cloakroom, toilet and washroom, etc.).
Anvisningar nr 115, National Board of Occupational Safety and Health (Arbetarskyddsstyrelsen), Fack, 10026 Stockholm 34, Sweden, Dec. 1976. 11p. Price: Swe-cr.5.25.

1975

CIS 77-570 Silbert R.
Occupational disease due to the use of hair sprays
La pathologie professionnelle due à l'utilisation de laque pour cheveux. [in French]
MD thesis. A review of aerosol technology (especially lacquers) and of occupational diseases of hairdressers is followed by an outline of the use of hair sprays in hairdressing saloons. These constitute an authentic health hazard. The results of 10 epidemiological studies did not enable the incidence of pulmonary thesaurosis due to inhalation of hair lacquer to be ascertained among the hairdressers studied. 38 cases of pulmonary thesaurosis, 7 occurring in hairdressers, are described, with their most frequent clinical, radiological, biochemical, anatomo-clinical and spirometric manifestations. Allergic mucocutaneous and respiratory reactions and blood disorders due to lacquer, and the particular effects of propellant gases are outlined. The last part of the thesis deals with experimental studies: exposure of animals (negative); particle size and concentration in the atmosphere; demonstration of resin (chief constituent of lacquer) in the tissues (negative). French regulations, forensic medicine and prevention are considered.
Université de Paris VI, Faculté de médecine Saint-Antoine, Paris, France, 1975. 100p. 80 ref.

CIS 76-1020 Wahlberg J.W.
Nickel allergy and atopy in hairdressers.
A study of 35 hairdressers with hand eczema was made during an 18-month period. A total of 29 were test-positive to one or more substances in the standard battery of 32 allergens (metals, rubber chemicals, dyes, plastics, drugs for topical treatment, cosmetics, preservatives, etc.) and/or to products from their working environment. 40% were allergic to nickel. The prevalence of personal atopy was higher in the nickel-negative than in the nickel-positive. Immunoglobulin E determination was not of assistance in attempts to differentiate between nickel-positive and nickel-negative hairdressers. In 72% the eczema had started before the age of 25 and in 23% after less than 1 year in the profession. The desire is expressed that all hairdressing products shall be labelled in respect of allergen contents, since 46% of the hairdressers reacted to one or more such agents.
Contact Dermatitis, 1975, Vol.1, p.161-165. 14 ref.

CIS 76-484 Belmont B.
Occupational diseases of women hairdressers
La pathologie des coiffeuses. [in French]
M.D. thesis. Comments on the substances handled and apparatus used in this occupation, likely to give rise to occupational disease, followed by more detailed examination in the various forms these pathological manifestations may take: dermatoses, by far the most common occupational disease among women hairdressers, sometimes necessitating transfer to another occupation (orthoergic dermatitis, not serious in itself, but may lead to allergic dermatoses, much more common and more incapacitating); asthma and pulmonary granulomatosis; poisoning; changes in blood picture. Problems of conditions of work are briefly examined. The last 2 chapters are devoted to forensic medical aspects and means of prevention and protection.
Université de Paris VI, Faculté de médecine Pitié - Salpêtrière, Paris, France, 1975. 81p. 49 ref.

1974

CIS 75-2049 Lachapelle J.M., Cochaux A.
Survey of dermatitis due to skin irritation in ladies' hairdressers
Dermites d'irritation chez les coiffeur(se)s pour dames. [in French]
Report on a survey carried out in 1973-1974 in Brussels and its suburbs, covering 40 ladies' hairdressers (31 female, 9 male; between 16 and 58 years of age; time spent in the occupation varying from 1 to 38 years). No case of allergic dermatitis was observed, whereas 15 cases of irritation dermatitis of the back of the hand were observed, affecting in particular an identical spot in all cases observed: the backs of the hand and fingers, which was explained by analysis of hand movements in this occupaton. Resistance to alkalis was lower among hairdressers than among controls; this lowered resistance was more pronounced among hairdressers with cuts, abrasions or other skin injuries than among those without injury.
Cahiers de médecine du travail - Cahiers voor arbeidsgeneeskunde, Dec. 1974, Vol.11, No.4, p.195-203. 14 ref.

CIS 75-772 Gowdy J.M., Wagstaff M.J.
Pulmonary infiltration due to aerosol thesaurosis - A survey of hairdressers
Infiltration pulmonaire résultant d'une thésaurismose par aérosols - Etude portant sur le personnel des salons de beauté. [in French]
Translation of: Pulmonary infiltration due to aerosol thesaurosis - A survey of hairdressers. Archives of Environmental Health, Chicago, USA, Aug. 1972, Vol.25, No.8, p.101-108. 23 ref. By way of contribution to the controversy concerning the existence of thesaurosis, the authors of this study describe 5 cases of pulmonary infiltration probably due to hair sprays, review published cases of thesaurosis and discuss diagnostic features. The results of a study carried out on beauticians, showing increased bronchovascular markings in 11 cases out of 227, are given. The authors conclude that, until more sophisticated methodology can be devised, a diagnosis of thesaurosis can be made only by exclusion.
Traduction INRS 41 B-74, Institut national de recherche et de sécurité, 30 rue Olivier-Noyer, 75680 Paris Cedex 14, France, 1974. 23p. 23 ref.

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