Tag: Cosmetics
FDA Proposes Ban on Formaldehyde in Hair Straighteners Over Health Dangers
Recent research has helped raise awareness about the potential dangers of using chemical hair relaxers
Johnson & Johnson Agrees to $8.9 Billion Settlement in Talcum Powder Lawsuit
Company plans to stop selling the product globally this year
Woman Sues L’Oreal Over Claim Hair Straightener Spurred Uterine Cancer
Lawsuit comes on the heels of a study that revealed increased risk for uterine cancer in women who use chemical hair-straightening products
Dove, TRESemmé Dry Shampoos Recalled Due to Possible Carcinogen
Propellant used in the products appears to be the source of the elevated benzene levels
Brut, Sure Brand Deodorants Under Recall Due to Benzene
There have been no reports of adverse events related to the recall, which is being conducted out of an 'abundance of caution'
Proctor & Gamble Recalls Pantene, Herbal Essences Products Due to Benzene
Company began a review of its products after recent reports showed traces of benzene in some aerosol spray offerings
Old Spice, Secret Antiperspirants Recalled Due to Benzene
Proctor & Gamble said that it has not received any reports of harm from the recalled products
Permanent Hair Dye Not Linked to Cancer Risk, Mortality
Risk increased slightly for basal cell carcinomas; positive link found for some breast cancers, ovarian cancer
Use of Powder in Genital Area Not Linked to Ovarian Cancer
Frequent versus never use, long-term versus never use not significantly associated with higher risk
Permanent Hair Dye Use Linked to Increased Breast Cancer Risk
Significantly increased risk seen in black women; risk also increased with application of dye to others
