A Case Report on Stomatitis Venenata Due to the Use of Lip Balm

INTRODUCTION: Allergic reactions can manifest in various forms ranging from mild, almost unnoticeable reactions to life threatening anaphylaxis. Stomatitis venenata or contact stomatitis is described as a contact allergy of the oral mucosa which can occur due to repeated contact with the causative agent. Dental and cosmetic products, dental materials and dental therapeutic agents are the common allergens of the oral cavity. These allergies show varied clinical presentations, from swelling, pain, burning sensations to vesiculation, ulcerations, crusting and sloughing. Contact stomatitis due to cosmetic products have been on a rise recently due to the ease of availability and increase in their usage among individuals. AIM: The aim of this article is to present a case reports on an allergic reaction in a 17-year-old female triggered by the use of cosmetics. CASE REPORT: In the present article, we report a case of stomatitis venenata due to lip balm in a 17-year-old female for its rarity. CONCLUSION: Stomatitis venenata is a rare allergic condition that causes significant morbidity in an affected individual. Prompt recognition and elimination of the causative allergen followed by an appropriate therapy would help in complete resolution of this condition.