No Link between Hair Relaxers and Breast Cancer
2007
Concerns Over EPA Testing and Health Risks of Chemicals
publication
Evidence: moderate
Author Information
Author(s): Researchers from Boston University, Howard University
Conclusion
The study found no increase in breast cancer risk among women who use hair relaxers, even with frequent and long-term use.
Supporting Evidence
- The study is the first to assess hair relaxers as a potential contributor to cancer.
- No increase in breast cancer risk was found among women who use hair relaxers.
Takeaway
Using hair relaxers doesn't seem to make women more likely to get breast cancer, even if they use them a lot.
Participant Demographics
The study focused on black women who use hair relaxers.
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