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Ive started working as a dishy which ive dine a few years back, which caused rashes but never anything like this. I've read that wearing cotton gloves under my usual rubber gloves at work washing dishes can help. I'll have a photo to what my hands look like after work. It hurts and burns rather than itches. Is it something I deal with? Any advice would be very appreciated. Thankyou in advance.

January 21, 2025
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You are probably allergic to an ingredient in the dishwashing soap. Purchase Sprouts free & clear dish soap. Take it to work with you and don't use anything else. Always wear cotton gloves under your dishwashing gloves. I prefer AMMEX vinyl gloves sold on Amazon at a very good price. Disposable. I buy my cotton gloves through CVS. They run small and shrink, so buy large.
Madelyn
Temecula, CA

September 25, 2025
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It sounds like you're dealing with "dishwasher hands," a form of hand eczema caused by frequent exposure to water, soap, and detergents. Here are some tips to help manage it:

1. Wear Gloves Properly: Cotton gloves under rubber gloves can help, but don't wear them for more than 20 minutes without letting your hands dry Show Full Answer

It sounds like you're dealing with "dishwasher hands," a form of hand eczema caused by frequent exposure to water, soap, and detergents. Here are some tips to help manage it:

1. Wear Gloves Properly: Cotton gloves under rubber gloves can help, but don't wear them for more than 20 minutes without letting your hands dry. Moisturize between glove sessions.

2. Moisturize Often: Use a fragrance-free moisturizer immediately after your hands get wet.

3. Gentle Products: Use soaps and detergents designed for sensitive skin, avoiding fragrances and harsh chemicals.

4. Consult a Dermatologist: If symptoms persist or worsen, a dermatologist can recommend treatments, including topical solutions.

For more details, visit: [Working With Eczema: Dishwasher Hands](https://www.MyEczemaTeam.com/resources/working-...).

January 21, 2025

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