There are several different types of fogger/smoker machine - we use a couple at our theatre. Sure, some use simple dry ice and water for hazing, but other machines can use a glycerol or other slightly-heavy liquids to create a hanging haze.
There's a good basic intro article here. Here's another I found.
Not all smokers are created equal, however. Most smokers are now anti-asthmatic, as technology has developed a fair bit over the years. There are always exceptions to every rule, tho, as you know.
Or, it may just be that you are sensitive to high humidity levels, and that the level of vapour particles in the air is fucking you up a tad...
Propylene glycol also may be a sensitizer since it is known to cause allergic skin reactions. Sensitization is also consistent with Mr. Herman's experience that lawsuits have been filed by fog-exposed individuals for alleged severe allergic reactions (including anaphylactic shock!).
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You serious? You've never seen one at a play or concert? They're machines that produce smoke on stage.
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What's in them?
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I'm very bored and miserable if you have time to post. Clearly, I won't be going to rehersal today either.
However, don't try and come online for me if you are busy.
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My reply contains these lines:
"People are water based too. Wise to avoid inhaling them though!"
And (following info about my vitamin C allergy)
"The smoke might be allergy safe, but me and my scurvy aren’t."
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There's a good basic intro article here. Here's another I found.
Not all smokers are created equal, however. Most smokers are now anti-asthmatic, as technology has developed a fair bit over the years. There are always exceptions to every rule, tho, as you know.
Or, it may just be that you are sensitive to high humidity levels, and that the level of vapour particles in the air is fucking you up a tad...
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I looked up Propylene glycol and it's in a whole PILE of other things I'm allergic to, like make up, soaps, perfumes etc.
Now I have a name for the wretched stuff! (And I'll be able to look for make up without it when I go shopping for the show today)
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http://www.chicagoartistsresource.org/?q=node/15352
This line in particular caught my eye:
Propylene glycol also may be a sensitizer since it is known to cause allergic skin reactions. Sensitization is also consistent with Mr. Herman's experience that lawsuits have been filed by fog-exposed individuals for alleged severe allergic reactions (including anaphylactic shock!).
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