There are many aspects of life that contain latex. Here are some lists of common latex items in different areas of your life. Not all of these will always contain latex and there is almost always a latex free alternative to any of these items. (Links after items are to latex-free alternatives).

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Home:​

• Balloons

1. ​https://www.amazon.com/Helium-Balloon-Birthday-Decoration-Balloons/dp/B01MD12INO/ref=sr_1_2?crid=5ECW1UNFQNNS&keywords=latexfree+balloons&qid=1565286434&s=gateway&sprefix=latexfree+b%2Caps%2C166&sr=8-2

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• Band Aids 

1. ​https://www.amazon.com/Band-Aid-Flexible-Fabric-Adhesive-Bandages/dp/B00006IDL6/ref=sr_1_11?keywords=latex%2Bfree%2Bbandaids&qid=1565286526&s=gateway&sr=8-11&th=1

2. https://www.amazon.com/Band-Aid-Adhesive-Bandage-Bandages-Assorted/dp/B001AJS1AQ/ref=sr_1_16?keywords=latex+free+bandaids&qid=1565286526&s=gateway&sr=8-16

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• Medical/rubber gloves

1. ​https://www.amazon.com/Disposable-Vinyl-Gloves-Cleaning-Wholesale/dp/B00IJ7T4MG/ref=sr_1_3?keywords=vinal+gloves&qid=1565286629&s=gateway&sr=8-3

2. https://www.amazon.com/Safeguard-Nitrile-Disposable-Gloves-Dispenser/dp/B014TFXA2Q/ref=sr_1_2_sspa?keywords=vinal%2Bgloves&qid=1565286629&s=gateway&sr=8-2-spons&spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUExSzIzQk1ON1cyUDZBJmVuY3J5cHRlZElkPUEwMTU2NzMwMUM5Wk5RV09WQk9INSZlbmNyeXB0ZWRBZElkPUEwNTU2MTI5NllMVjhUVERQOFVFJndpZGdldE5hbWU9c3BfYXRmJmFjdGlvbj1jbGlja1JlZGlyZWN0JmRvTm90TG9nQ2xpY2s9dHJ1ZQ&th=1

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• Sanitary pads 

1. ​https://www.amazon.com/Kotex-Security-Ultra-Regular-Unscented/dp/B00BM90I9G/ref=sr_1_38?crid=3RKMG964Z467E&keywords=u+by+kotex+pads&qid=1565286352&s=gateway&sprefix=u+by+%2Caps%2C174&sr=8-38

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• Tampons

• Diapers 

• Rubber bands

• Paint

• Dish washing gloves

• etc.

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Hospital: (tell your doctor about your allergy and always ask them any questions you have about what they are using or doing).

• Airborne latex particles (you may want to wear a mask in hospitals if you have an issue with airborne latex)

• Latex gloves (Vinyl or Nitrile gloves are usually used, but always check)

• Medical equipment

• etc.

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Sports:

• Gym mat

• Yoga mats

• Rubber grips on rackets or bats

• Mouth guards 

• Swim caps

• Goggles

• Protective eye wear

• etc.

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Beauty:

• Hair ties

1. https://www.amazon.com/Invisibobble-Traceless-Bracelet-Crystal-Suitable/dp/B00F23MMF6/ref=sr_1_5?keywords=latex+free+hair+ties&qid=1565285907&s=gateway&sr=8-5

2. https://www.amazon.com/Choons-Design-Offical-Rainbow-C-Clips/dp/B00NJCTA6Q/ref=redir_mobile_desktop?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1&ref=ppx_pop_mob_b_asin_title

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• False eyelashes glue

• Glitters

• Fake nails

• Acrylic nails (these don't specifically contain latex, but some people have had reactions to them)

• etc.

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Clothing:

• Underewar

1. https://www.victoriassecret.com/vs/panties/no-show-and-seamless/sexy-illusions-by-victoria-s-secret-no-show-cheeky-panty-dffc699f-3375-4045-8375-4e655c4c5650?stackId=7cff96fc-a4bf-4c5f-8a5f-de5e34755a9b

2. https://www.cottonique.com/collections/womans

3. https://www.amazon.com/Cottonique-Latex-Organic-Cotton-Boxers/dp/B00J4IQ0PI/ref=sr_1_8?crid=1BHN42IWZCBHZ&dchild=1&keywords=latex%2Bfree%2Bmens%2Bunderwear&qid=1578377167&s=apparel&sprefix=latex%2Bfree%2Bmens%2Bun%2Cfashion%2C180&sr=1-8&th=1

4. https://www.cottonique.com/collections/mens

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• Sports Bras

1. https://www.amazon.com/Fruit-Loom-Womens-Front-Racerback/dp/B071WSL7NM/ref=sr_1_5?gclid=CjwKCAjwvJvpBRAtEiwAjLuRPeIa0e1HTBRyoL1NGKAaFk37VzJ3G1GxEd22UMA7pVY4rNMwoJlAVxoCZk4QAvD_BwE&hvadid=255189575745&hvdev=c&hvlocphy=9027842&hvnetw=g&hvpos=1t1&hvqmt=e&hvrand=11760552575288860006&hvtargid=aud-649564993678%3Akwd-297710898629&hydadcr=24633_10399728&keywords=latex%2Bfree%2Bsports%2Bbra&qid=1562877559&s=gateway&sr=8-5&th=1&psc=1

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• Bras

1. https://www.leadinglady.com/products/cotton-wirefree-bra-latex-free?variant=12661964013610&currency=USD&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIwbHi4enw5gIVipyzCh002AJkEAQYASABEgJ8gPD_BwE​

2. https://www.cottonique.com/collections/womans

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• Socks

1. https://www.cottonique.com/collections/womans/products/latex-free-booties​

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• Camisole

1. https://www.cottonique.com/collections/womans/products/allergy-free-womens-camisole​

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• Lounge/sleeping pants

1. https://www.cottonique.com/collections/womans/products/organic-cotton-womens-drawstring-lounge-pants​

2. https://www.cottonique.com/collections/mens/products/zero-spandex-mens-drawstring-lounge-pants

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Foods:

(These foods contain proteins that are similar to the proteins found in latex. So, while they do not actually contain any latex, people who are allergic to latex may also find themselves allergic to these foods.)

• Avocado

• Banana

• Chestnut

• Kiwi

• Apple

• Carrot

• Celery

• Papaya

• Potatoes

• Tomatoes

• Melons

• etc.