Skin allergies are allergic reactions that are caused from contact with a certain substance.
The symptoms usually include red, inflamed skin that is itchy and may develop bumps or blisters that will later break and ooze a clear liquid. Some common causes of skin allergies are poison ivy, poison oak, metals, cosmetics, chemicals and certain drugs. Poison ivy is the most common and can be found throughout the United States. It has green leaves that grow in groups of three and are slightly glossy. If you come into contact with poison ivy, immediately wash with soap and water to prevent the spread of the oil that causes the reaction.