Black Women For Wellness Study Links Hair Care To Endemic Health Issues
This article was originally published in The Rose Sheet
Executive Summary
Health problems with marked prevalence among salon professionals and Black females may reflect toxic exposure to chemicals used in hair care, BWW suggests. The NGO sees improved education and regulatory reform as potential answers, but its report also highlights the premium that pros and their clients put on product efficacy, which likely factors in companies' safety assessments as they weigh benefits against risks.
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