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I took the class about the Brazilian Keratin Treatment a week ago, and they do say there is 2% formaldehyde in the treatment, my concern is how much is safe???
According to the 2008 CIR (Cosmetic Ingredient Review) Compendium on page 109, "The Panel believes that because of skin sensitivity of some individuals to this agent, the formulation and manufacture of a cosmetic product should be such as to ensure use at the minimal effective concentration of formaldehyde, not to exceed 0.2 percent measured as free formaldehyde. It cannot be concluded that formaldehyde is safe in cosmetic products intended to be aerosolized." Since the Brazilian Keratin straightening process requires a hot blow dryer or hot flat iron that causes the product to steam (aerosolize), the CIR concludes there is no safe level of formaldehyde for this product. Many of the Brazilian Keratin Straightening products are considered "professional only" and do not require ingredient listings, so your stylist may not know formaldehyde is in the product or the concentration of formaldehyde in the product they are using. A professional stylist will have the MSDS, Material Safety Data Sheet, from the manufacturer for the product they are using. The MSDS will describe any potential hazards of a product and it's use. If you are concerned about the product your stylist is using on your hair, ask to see the MSDS. Some states require a salon to have the MSDS available at all times. If your stylist does not have a MSDS, proceed with caution. The toxicity of formaldehyde is well known. For information on the toxicity of formaldehyde, go to the National Cancer Institute's website and search for formaldehyde. http://www.probeauty.org/advocacy/alert/
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What are your thoughts on the formaldehyde free Brazilian Keratin treatment now available?
Formaldehyde-free Brazilian keratin treatments are NOT really formaldehyde free. They contain a formaldehyde derivative, such as ether, which is basically chemically identical to formaldehyde. Formaldehyde is considered to be a carcinogen, specifically related to respiratory cancers, leukemia, and brain cancer.
Is Brazilian hair straightening harmful to your health?
yes it can be there is formaldehyde in it check the amounts.
Are cheap straighteners as good as expensive ones?
In many cases, inexpensive hair straighteners can be just as effective as expensive hair straighteners. However, expensive hair straighteners are built stronger and tend to last longer than inexpensive hair straighteners.
What percent of people own hair straighteners?
What percent of people own hair straighteners? 90% of the girls own hair straighteners and about 10% of the guys own hair straighteners so in total it would be about 60% in the world
What are ghd hair straighteners?
They are hair straighteners from the brand of 'Good Hair Day'. They are basically the best straighteners around and reach about 230oI hope this answers your question
What is the science behind hair straighteners?
i need to know the science behind hair straighteners.
Are Ceramic hair straighteners better than none Ceramic hair straighteners?
Yes
Is formaldehyde a gas?
Formaldehyde is liquid at room temperature.
What is formaldehyde-free mean?
Means the product has no formaldehyde in it.
Is Formaldehyde a protein?
No, formaldehyde is an example of an aldehyde, not protein.
What are some good brands of mini straighteners?
The best brands of hair straighteners may include Remington, Babyliss, GHD, Karmin, Revlon and Sedu. Of these GHD, and Babyliss offer mini straighteners. Other brands that include mini straighteners are Hana and Corioliss.
When was Flowers in Formaldehyde created?
Flowers in Formaldehyde was created in 2004.
