wet suit: thinking about scuba diving... - Allergic to Glycols

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thinking about scuba diving … is there anything PG related in the wet suit material that would be triggering?

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It's my understanding that wet suits are primarily made from a synthetic rubber-type material called neoprene. Neoprene itself does not seem to be related to the glycols. It is used to make Halloween masks, dishwashing gloves instead of latex, and waterproof automotive seat covers. Some people, however, experience dermatitis from its left-over thioureu particles which is part of production.