Laura Kishimoto

Over a year ago I discovered that I'm #allergic to #formaldehyde. It is in pretty much _everything_ and is so hard to avoid: it goes under many names and is often released over time by #preservatives.

However, I only recently learned that is why I am sensitive to fragrances, too. Even if you check the label this #allergen is rarely listed, instead hidden under the "#fragrance" label. Other times formaldehyde isn't even an ingredient but it's created when you spray a product.

Mar 10 at 8:20pmWeb
Show threadLaura KishimotoMar 10

I always felt awkward or self-important to move away from people wearing fragrance. I go out of my way to use #fragranceFree products where possible.

I remember once leaving early from some social thing because someone was smoking a clove cigarette and it really affected me. And now I know why.

Anyway, I feel strangely vindicated.

Other surprise sources:
• toilet paper, tissues, etc
• plywood, furniture, cutting boards, etc
• clothes
• gas stoves, wood burners, etc