Am I the only one that gets a rash, dry skin and small bumps anytime I touch my salt or saltwater? It’s terrible and requires me to wear gloves pretty much anytime I work on my tank.
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Yea, it’s terrible! It’s nice to know I’m not the only one though.Yes! I have no idea why this happens but If I have my hand and arm In my tank for more than a minute I get a burning sensation on my arm and get red lines and dots on the area that was underwater. I’m as lost as you are though on why it happens.
Red Sea coral proCan I ask what salt you use? This happens to my girlfriend and mother but only with one salt.
which is giving a prob
I’m using Instant OceanCan I ask what salt you use? This happens to my girlfriend and mother but only with one salt.
I’m not super concerned...was mainly just curious if it happens to other people or if someone knew why.It's not uncommon. There can be a lot of different bacteria and low level toxins in a reef aquarium. Gloves are always a good idea, for you and for your tank.
If you're really concerned, an allergist would be the best place to go.
Have you tried switching salts and seeing if it stops?I’m using Instant Ocean
No, at this point, I just wear gloves because 1) IO is much cheaper and other salt isn’t in my budget ATMHave you tried switching salts and seeing if it stops?
Did I get what wet? I’m not sure what the question is.Could be a chemical burn. Did you get it wet at all?
Did I get what wet? I’m not sure what the question is.
it’s also saltwater not just the salt.If you get the salt wet it can cause a chemical burn.