Perioral Contact Dermatitis Caused by Limonene Hydroperoxide in Cannabis Vaping Products

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Kevin Mai
Western University of Health Sciences

Quang D. Pham
College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific, Western University of Health Sciences - Pomona, California

Joseph Haquang
College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific, Western University of Health Sciences - Pomona, California

Diem Q. Pham DO
Sand Dermatology – Chino Hills, CA

Keywords

Limonene, Limonene Hydroperoxide, Cannabis, Marijuana, Allergic Contact Dermatitis, Vaping

Abstract

Limonene is a fragrant terpene commonly found in household and cosmetic products due to its fresh aroma. When exposed to air, limonene autoxidizes to form limonene hydroperoxide, a potent allergen that can cause allergic contact dermatitis. Recently, as the popularity and availability of limonene increased, it has been incorporated into novel products such as flavoring agents for electronic cigarettes or vapes. With the rising acceptance and popularity of marijuana, this usage has extended to cannabis vaping products. Here, we report an unusual presentation of an allergic contact dermatitis reaction to limonene hydroperoxide stemming from cannabis vaping products.

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Mar 13, 2023
DOI https://doi.org/10.25251/skin.7.2.12

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Mai, K., Pham, Q. D. ., Haquang, J., & Pham, D. Q. (2023). Perioral Contact Dermatitis Caused by Limonene Hydroperoxide in Cannabis Vaping Products. SKIN The Journal of Cutaneous Medicine, 7(2), 723–726. https://doi.org/10.25251/skin.7.2.12
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Vol. 7 No. 2 (2023): March Issue & Poster Presentations from WCH23 Dermatology Conference®
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Author Biography

Diem Q. Pham DO, Sand Dermatology – Chino Hills, CA

Board-certified Dermatologist practicing surgical and medical dermatology. She is an Associate Clinical Professor of Dermatology at Western University of Health Sciences in Pomona, California, teaching both the medical and podiatry students. She is also a Clinical Preceptor, teaching medical students in a clinical setting.