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Synthetic hair products spark cancer concerns after new report
Chemicals that could cause cancer were found in 10 products used in braids, extensions, and other hair styles. Researchers say their findings took almost 90 years of testing. The products are popular for protective styles,
Cancer-causing chemicals found in synthetic hair braiding products, Consumer Reports says
A new Consumer Reports investigation is raising concerns about synthetic braiding hair -- something used by countless people, especially Black people, including children.
WARNING: Cancer-Causing Toxins Found in Popular Hair Braids
A new study found that many popular synthetic hair brands have cancer-causing toxins in them. These products are marketing to Black women
Synthetic braiding hair found to contain dangerous chemicals, report finds
Ten synthetic braiding hair products were found to contain dangerous chemicals in them after being tested. Here's what to do when considering braids.
Synthetic braiding hair under scrutiny after report finds potential health risks
A recent investigation by Consumer Reports has raised concerns about the safety of synthetic braiding hair, a product widely used by many, especially Black individuals, including children.
What’s in Your Braids? Toxic Chemicals Found in Synthetic Hair.
Have you ever experienced a rash or skin irritation after using synthetic hair for braids? Was your scalp itchy to the point where you had to wash your hair or take out your style? Researchers might have unlocked the answer as to why this reaction could be happening.
Several popular synthetic braiding hair brands contain dangerous toxins, report finds
A new report finds several popular synthetic braiding hair brands contain dangerous toxins.Consumer Reports tested 10 synthetic braiding hair products and found that 100 percent<a class="excerpt-read-
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Teddi Mellencamp Doesn’t Always ‘Feel Like’ Wearing a Wig Amid Her Cancer Diagnosis
“Some days you feel like a wig, some days you don’t,” Mellencamp, who revealed her melanoma cancer diagnosis in October 2022, ...
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Some synthetic hair brands contain carcinogens, lead, other harmful chemicals, study finds
Nine of the ten hair products contained lead. Some of the products also contained other harmful chemicals that have been ...
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Does Braiding Hair Cause Cancer? Social Media Debates Safety Of Protective Styling
While braids are the go-to protective style for many Black women, a new study reveals it may not be as safe as believed.
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Lead, toxic chemicals found in some synthetic hair design products
Some popular synthetic hair products used for braids, twists and extensions may contain cancer-causing chemicals and high levels of lead, according to a new investigation by Consumer Reports. The ...
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Sports Illustrated model Bianca Balti says losing her hair after cancer treatment 'gave her powers' as she disregarded beauty standards
Bianca Balti has explained how losing her hair due to cancer treatment 'gave her powers' as she learnt to disregarded beauty standards. The Sports Illustrated model, 40, chose to shave her head ...
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Sikeston native's hair donation brings hope to child with cancer
Morgan Strebler donates his hair to a child with cancer, inspired by personal connections to the disease. His heartfelt ...