ICD-10 Code L25.0 – Unspecified Contact Dermatitis Due to Cosmetics (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code L25.0 – Unspecified contact dermatitis due to cosmetics
What it is
This code identifies contact dermatitis caused by cosmetics when the exact product or allergen is not specified. Use it for skin inflammation linked to makeup, creams, lotions, or similar products.
Clinical signs
Typical findings include redness, itching, swelling, dryness, or a rash at the area exposed to the cosmetic. Clinical features vary; refer to documentation.
When to use this code
Use L25.0 when the record states contact dermatitis from cosmetics but does not name a specific ingredient or product. It also fits when the clinician documents a suspected cosmetic trigger and the reaction is recorded as unspecified.
Check documentation if the note identifies a more specific allergic or irritant dermatitis cause, because that may require a different code.
Do not use for
Do not use this code for dermatitis from non-cosmetic substances, such as soaps, detergents, metals, or workplace chemicals. Do not use it when the chart clearly identifies a different dermatitis type or cause.
Coding tip
Code from the provider’s documented cause; if the cosmetic trigger is named specifically, verify whether a more precise code applies.