How to Use patch test in a Sentence
patch test
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Just conduct a little patch test with a small hidden chunk of hair at the nape of your neck.
— Kristin Corpuz, ELLE, 1 Mar. 2023 -
To get to the bottom of your skin woes, your doctor may recommend a patch test.
— Jessica Toscano, SELF, 1 Mar. 2019 -
Make sure to do a patch test on your wrist before applying this to your lips.
— Daley Quinn, Peoplemag, 25 Jan. 2023 -
The eye area is sensitive and prone to milia, so always make sure to patch test.
— Iman Balagam, Vogue, 6 July 2024 -
Do a patch test before using this product, and be sure to wear SPF during the day.
— Lindsay Modglin, Verywell Health, 11 Aug. 2023 -
Pro Tip! Perform a patch test of the mask and your skincare product of choice before using on the eyes.
— Erika Reals, Peoplemag, 23 May 2024 -
As always, be sure to do a patch test before trying the product all over your body.
— Alyssa Brascia, Peoplemag, 24 Aug. 2022 -
As always, be sure to do a patch test before trying the product all over your body.
— Alyssa Brascia, Peoplemag, 30 Jan. 2024 -
Perform a patch test with your body cleanser before using it on your whole body.
— Grooming Playbook, The Salt Lake Tribune, 26 May 2022 -
For starters, always do a patch test before slathering it all over your face.
— Sara Coughlin, SELF, 15 Dec. 2022 -
Start using it in small doses and be sure to do a patch test before using it on your face.
— Kayla Blanton, Verywell Health, 22 Sep. 2023 -
Do a patch test to see how your skin reacts before applying it to your face.
— Audrey Noble, Vogue, 26 Oct. 2023 -
Always make sure to do a patch test on your wrist or neck before applying this to your face.
— Daley Quinn, Health, 17 Feb. 2023 -
Always do a patch test on your wrist or neck to make sure that the formula doesn’t irritate your skin.
— Daley Quinn, Health, 17 Apr. 2023 -
But like any new product, conduct a patch test on your arm before smearing it all over your face (just to be sure).
— Jenna Rosenstein, Harper's BAZAAR, 17 Dec. 2020 -
Just be sure to do a patch test before applying one of these to your skin, and don't leave it on for longer than the instructions direct.
— Sam Escobar, Good Housekeeping, 26 Oct. 2017 -
Before smearing it all over your eyes, first patch test the oil on a discreet area of skin, like the inside of your elbow or behind one ear.
— Audrey Noble, Harper's BAZAAR, 22 July 2020 -
Recurrent, itchy bumps, or rashes on the face or hands get the most positive patch test results.
— Parizaad Khan Sethi, Allure, 24 Aug. 2022 -
When in doubt, perform a patch test a couple of days before using a new skincare product.
— Emily Stone, Verywell Health, 5 June 2023 -
Your hair color kit will include instructions on how to perform a skin patch test.
— Tracee Cornforth, Verywell Health, 1 Mar. 2024 -
Just go ahead and accept that patch tests should be a staple of your routine before going all-in with any new product.
— Carolyn L. Todd, SELF, 16 May 2018 -
For best results, always patch test skin oils before applying them to your face.
— Shannon Ullman, Health, 5 May 2023 -
Therefore, the importance of a patch test comes into play again before applying it to your scalp.
— Elle.com, ELLE, 6 Dec. 2022 -
Before beginning with a new care product, always perform an at-home patch test on one small area of your skin.
— Sherri Gordon, Verywell Health, 16 Feb. 2024 -
Remember to always patch test on your wrist or neck before applying it to your face.
— Daley Quinn, Health, 4 May 2023 -
Just be sure to always do a patch test on a less noticeable area of your bag before applying any cleaner.
— Irene Richardson, Travel + Leisure, 8 Mar. 2023 -
The easiest way to find the right one for you is to try them by doing a patch test as indicated by the manufacturer.
— Sandra Gutierrez G., Popular Science, 3 Dec. 2020 -
An in-office patch test can identify the specific source(s) of the reaction.
— Sarah Ban, SELF, 3 Aug. 2022 -
With that being said, sensitive skin types should patch test this shampoo before washing their hair with it.
— Jennifer Hussein, Allure, 23 Mar. 2022 -
Even diluted oils can cause irritation, so always do a patch test: Rub the oil on a small area of skin and wait 24 hours to see if there’s any redness, swelling or rash.
— Teresa Carr, New York Times, 18 Apr. 2020
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