Health Concerns Over Synthetic Braiding Hair

Health Concerns Over Synthetic Braiding Hair

A study from Harvard University revealed that some synthetic braiding hair products used by Black women contain dangerous chemicals, including carcinogens and volatile organic compounds (VOCs), raising health concerns within the community. The post Health Concerns Over Synthetic Braiding Hair appeared first on African American News and Issues.

Synthetic hair used by women for braiding hair contains cancer-casing chemicals - Study reveals - Live Ghana TV

A recent investigation by Consumer Reports has uncovered the presence of harmful substances in synthetic hair products commonly used in protective hairstyles such as braids, locs, and twists—styles particularly popular among Black women. The study examined ten synthetic hair products from brands including Magic Fingers, Sensationnel, and Shake-N-Go, revealing that all contained carcinogens, while nine out of ten also contained lead, One alarmi…

Synthetic hair used by women for braiding hair contains cancer-casing chemicals - Study reveals

A recent investigation by Consumer Reports has uncovered the presence of harmful substances in synthetic hair products commonly used in protective hairstyles such as braids, locs, and twists—styles particularly popular among Black women. The study examined ten synthetic hair products from brands including Magic Fingers, Sensationnel, and Shake-N-Go, revealing that all contained carcinogens, while nine out of ten also contained lead, One alarming…