Black women say products for black hair are dangerously toxic.
This is mostly about a category of products called relaxers. They are used by women to straighten their hair. The author notes that they seem safe because they’re sold in stores, but they are not regulated by the FDA and won’t be due to its mandate. “But, again, safety is an illusion when it comes to all Black haircare. Because it’s not just the chemical relaxers or hair dyes that may be dangerous, but depending on their ingredients, the co-conditioners, curly creams, and gels may not be safe either.” ~ learn more