Investigations reveal carcinogens and lead in popular synthetic hair extensions, raising health concerns for consumers ...

Research exposes harmful chemicals in synthetic hair used for braids and extensions, creating health concerns for those wearing protective styles for long time.

A new Consumer Reports investigation is raising concerns about synthetic braiding hair—something used by countless people, ...

Harmful substances were discovered in 10 synthetic hair products, often used by Black women to create braids and other ...

Ingredients that can cause cancer were found in 10 synthetic hair products marketed to Black women, according to Consumer Reports. Nine of the products also contained lead.

The Department of Agriculture announced the cancellation of a $600,000 grant to study the development of feminine hygiene ...

Ten different synthetic hair products from seven brands were tested in this study. Nine of the ten hair products contained ...

Have you ever experienced a rash or skin irritation after using synthetic hair for braids? Was your scalp itchy to the point ...

Consumer Reports conducted a study that detected carcinogens or chemicals that potentially cause cancer in 10 well-known synthetic hair products, mostly used by African American women.

Ten synthetic braiding hair products were found to contain dangerous chemicals in them after being tested. Here's what to do when considering braids.