Here are some steps consumers can take when considering hair smoothing products.
List of hair products that contain formaldehyde.
Hair products in general as well as baby shampoo and soap also can contain formaldehyde or formaldehyde releasers says ava shamban m d.
Formaldehyde can be found in most homes and buildings.
They often contain formaldehyde.
If you want to check to see if you re currently using products on your body or in your home that contain formaldehyde you can find a list of some common household items including cleaning bath.
Quaternium 15 this formaldehyde based preservative is found in johnson s baby shampoo.
Polyoxymethylene urea the skin deep database doesn t currently list hair products with this toxin although it is still used in cosmetics and skincare.
If you re purchasing a product on a retail basis whether at a store or by mail order including on the internet the product is.
Formaldehyde is a colorless strong smelling gas used to make household products and building materials furniture and paper products.
I m appalled at the number of baby and kid products on the list as these little angels usually have no say in whether they re being exposed or not 2.
It is used in particleboard plywood and fiberboard.
Department of health and human safety provides a quick reference list of some products known to contain formaldehyde.
Despite the public attention this issue has gotten there has been no subsequent regulation of these products in the united states and numerous potentially harmful products remain on the market here.
Ask your salon professional.
So what should you do.
Formaldehyde is also released.
Old school hair straightening products like the old formulation of the brazilian blowout also used to have a significant amount of formaldehyde but have reportedly been improved.
Hair smoothing products are meant to control frizz and curls for an extended period of time.
Formaldehyde in hair straightening products is still a common problem affecting the health of both stylists and their clients.