Currently, two major perforating diseases include reactive perforating collagenosis and elastosis perforans serpiginosa. In some literature, acquired perforating dermatosis is a third major group and is a catch-all term for cases of perforating disease arising in adults, usually associated with a systemic disease. Kyrle disease is characterised by the formation of large papules with central keratin plugs and is often associated with hepatic, renal or diabetic disorders.
Other glow products contain a small glass vial inside the plastic tube that contains a mixture of hydrogen peroxide in phthalic ester (a substance that is added to plastics to increase flexibility, durability and transparency). Outside of the glass vial is another chemical called phenyl oxalate ester.
The shelf life of a Glow Stick is dependent on the environment the products are being stored in. Keeping the light sticks in their original foil packaging and in a dry, room-temperature storage area will help extend the shelf life.