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Chemical hair straighteners are used by many but users are blatantly unaware of the risks associated with such products. Studies have been conducted to show that chemical hair straightening products have been linked to higher risks of cancer in women, predominantly uterine cancer.
Parabens, phthalates, and other ingredients found in such products are known to disrupt the endocrine system. Studies found that a frequent users risks of developing certain cancers increased significantly after use of chemical hair straighteners. Brands that have been targeted for this lawsuit include Dark & Lovely®, L'Oreal®, Revlon®, Conditioning Crème Relaxer, and ORS™ Olive Oil.
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Users began to report that they were diagnosed with uterine cancer and other complications after using certain chemical hair straighteners, despite having no family history of these ailments.
A recent study examined links between hair product usage and the development of uterine cancer in women and found a higher rate of developing uterine cancer in those who had used chemical straighteners as opposed to those who had not used the straighteners (Journal of the National Cancer Institute).
Several lawsuits were filed against popular chemical hair straightener brands based on allegations that these products caused hair loss and were linked to serious medical complications, including uterine cancer.
Chemical hair straighteners are commonly used by Black women for hair styles. These products altering hair to semi-permanently keep it straight by using parabens and phthalates, which have been linked to disrupting endocrine function and increasing one's risk to cancer.
Many women have been altering their hair with these toxic products to adhere to beauty standards, but they are unaware of the risks associated with them. Users have been found to have increased risks of uterine cancer, among other implications. Lawsuits against products such as Africa's Best, Creme of Nature, and ORS Olive Oil have been brought forward due to these implications.
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