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‘It’s liberating’: Hair relaxers are prolific online. But many Black women are tossing them after concerning new research
However, many young girls are not aware of the negative effects hair relaxers can cause, including underlying health issues ...
Health risks of synthetic hair, relaxers spark new warnings at salons, especially for Black women
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — Hairstyles rooted in culture, pride and identity are now causing health risks due to the extensions ...
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Damage Control: chemical hair relaxers
Studies have linked chemical hair straighteners to health risks, including higher cancer rates in Black women who frequently use the products. Supreme Court sets stage for possible crackdown on ...
‘It would burn like my head was on fire’: Chemical hair relaxers linked to increased risk of cancer
Senior epidemiologist and Black Women's Health investigator Dr Yvette Cozier has been studying the links between cancer and chemical hair relaxers since 1995. | ITV News Wales ...
Digital Perms Create Soft, Natural-Looking Curls: Here’s How
Believe it or not, perms are making a comeback. If you grew up in the ‘80s, you’re probably all too familiar with the hair ...
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Damage Control: Thousands of women sue, call for transparency after hair relaxers linked to cancer
INDIANAPOLIS — Permanent chemical hair relaxers remain popular ... and at least look into it and see what the side effects could do to you because it could damage your life in a way that you can never ...
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New Orleans' women and Black hair stylists discuss the shift from 'damaging' relaxers
Smith’s Client, Tori Davis, put away relaxers years ago. “My hair was very thin,” said Davis. “It was very damaged, and I thought I don't know what my actual hair looks like coming out of ...
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10 tips to keep your kids’ hair strong and beautiful
Packing your child’s lunch box is nothing compared to fighting with those stubborn hair knots. Say goodbye to endless tears ...