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Food service/catering

Eczema is one of the main causes of poor health for food service workers, such as chefs, cooks, bartenders, and catering assistants. Frequent contact with water and some types of food (eg, onions and citrus fruits) can cause hand eczema.

  • Use a dishwasher rather than washing dishes by hand
  • Handle food with utensils rather than your hands as much as possible
  • Use a food processor instead of chopping or mixing by hand
  • Wear non-latex gloves when possible, especially when cleaning
  • Protect your hands by moisturizing them regularly. Use an emollient that is free from fragrances and preservatives
  • At work, use an emollient that won’t contaminate food. Use a dispenser containing a hypoallergenic, fragrance-free emollient that does not contain nut oil

Hand Eczema Facts

Up to 30% of people in high-risk occupations are affected by hand eczema


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