The truth about hair relaxers: in the US, lawsuits over cancer. In Africa, soaring sales
Despite criticism for the use of potentially harmful chemicals, companies are still selling the products around the world
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Despite criticism for the use of potentially harmful chemicals, companies are still selling the products around the world
The companies at the center of thousands of U.S. lawsuits produce some of Africa’s most popular chemical straighteners like Dark & Lovely and TCB Naturals.
The companies at the center of thousands of U.S. lawsuits produce some of Africa’s most popular chemical straighteners, like Dark & Lovely and TCB Naturals.
Campaign group Level Up are urging for research into lye-based products affect Black women's health
Some are worried about ingredients in products used to style afro hair - but the science isn't clear.