With only a few days left until Valentine’s Day, many people in the throws of love are gearing up to express their devotion to a special loved one. All by itself, finding the right way to show how much you care can be a complicated task. Add allergies to the mix, and you have a recipe for disaster if precautions are not considered. Giving a gift that could cause an allergic reaction is not the best way to endear yourself to your special someone. The best way to avoid potential disasters is to consider the allergy triggers of your valentine when planning your romantic expression. Here are some helpful tips to make sure Cupid’s arrow hits the mark, all while having an allergy-free Valentine’s Day.
How to Have an Allergy-Free Valentine’s Day
Tip #1: Know your Valentine’s Allergies and Sensitivities
Having the correct information can be critical to ensuring that your romantic pursuits do not go awry. While being spontaneous and in the moment can be very romantic, you will eventually have problems if you don’t know the dangers. Make sure to take the time to ask and understand what allergy issues are in play.
Tip #2: Know Exactly What is in Your Gift
Make 100% sure that your gift is safe. Food allergens can hide anywhere, so always look at the ingredient list. When it comes to allergies, it’s a good idea to inspect labels like a detective. Avoid food gifts that contain unknown or “mystery ingredients.” A good rule to go by is, if you can’t tell what’s in it, don’t take the chance. The same is true about flowers, as particular varieties can cause reactions in certain people. Plus, it’s a good practice to know what your love’s flower preferences are anyway.
Tip #3: Give Consideration to the Environmental Conditions
While candle-lit dinners and nights by the fireplace are time-honored romantic ideas, smoke and scented candles can trigger adverse reactions and put a quick end to any romantic interlude for those with allergies or asthma. If you are planning a special night in, hopefully, you also added giving your home a thorough cleaning beforehand to the list of valentines to-dos. Just make sure to allow enough time for any harsh cleaners to air out, as fumes from bleach and other chemicals can also cause reactions to those who are sensitive. You can also ditch the chemical cleaners and opt for a more natural approach.
Tip #4: Be Aware of Yourself
With waking care to avoid allergens in your plans, it can be easy to miss your own habits and activities that could cause issues. Make sure your perfume or cologne is not an issue before wearing it. That deep passionate kiss can go wrong if you have eaten what your valentine’s allergic to.