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Hidden Gluten in Dental and Cosmetic Products

March 15, 2011

Hidden Gluten in Dental and Cosmetic Products

March 15, 2011

Question:

What would be the ingredient names to avoid while choosing gluten-free dental products, makeup and skin care?

From,

Camille

Answer:

Hi Camille. To ease your mind, gluten cannot be absorbed through the skin. However, if a product containing gluten comes into contact with your lips or mouth, such as makeup or lipstick, the gluten can be ingested that way.

If you feel better avoiding gluten-containing skin products, below is a list of ingredients to watch out for. It is not a comprehensive list, but it is a good start. Because there are so many skin care and dental products on the market, it’s best to call the manufacturer prior to using their particular products.

  • Hydrolyzed wheat protein
  • Hydrolyzed wheat starch
  • Hydrolyzed wheat gluten
  • Triticum vulgare
  • Wheat germ oil
  • Wheat germ extract
  • Wheat germ glycerides
  • Vitamin E derived from wheat germ
  • Oat bran
  • Oat flour
  • Oat extract
  • Oat protein
  • Avena sativa
  • Barley extract
  • Barley solids
  • Samino peptide complex
  • Hordeum vulgare
  • Phytosphingosine extract

For dental products, it is best to contact the manufacturer of the products you use. Another tip: Call your dentist’s office a couple weeks ahead of your check up to let them know you can’t use any products that have gluten in it.

Sincerely,

Rachel Begun, MS, RD


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