Client has had an unusual reaction to an acetate frame. They said they have a history of dermatological issues, especially with items that touch/press against their skin. Client has always had metal frames, until this one, with no issues. Now, with the acetate frame, they have developed a focal bacterial infection behind the ear and on the bridge of the nose right where the frame sits. I have to believe that this is in response to the frame, since it started only a few days after the new frame, and its obviously two spots where the frame would be touching the skin. They really want to keep the frame. I'm pretty good with material science, but not with acetate specifically.
What can I recommend they use to wipe the frame down with to keep bacteria/oil from building up on it that won't damage the frame over time? They said when they've had this issue with other items they just have to clean the item and the area where it makes contact just before use, and that usually resolves the issue. I didn't want to recommend anything before I was sure it wouldn't end up causing acute or chronic damage to the frame over time.
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