Why We’re Suing the FDA
The FDA has known for over 6 years that salon worker’s health is being harmed by the use of products containing formaldehyde. Enough is enough!
Moira’s Story: Fragrance & Formaldehyde
For 7 years, I had trusted that the chemicals I had been using in my career were safe. I never questioned it. In cosmetology school, we weren’t educated about the toxic chemicals we would be exposed to, so it became apparent that I needed to educate myself.
Formaldehyde Still Found in Hair Straighteners
As far back as 2011 the FDA has known that keratin hair straightening products can release dangerous levels of formaldehyde putting stylists (and their client’s) health at risk.
How job-related illnesses upended these families’ lives
In the news feature in Center for Public Integrity on the dangers of formaldehyde in Brazilian Blowout and other hair straighteners.
How Rock Bottom Became My Stepping Stone
Stylist Jennifer Arce goes up against toxic Brazilian Blowout - our money's on Jennifer!
Salon Workers Expose Ugly Side of Beauty Industry to Lawmakers
Horror stories, health risks spur calls for reform For Immediate Release: July 23rd, 2012 WASHINGTON DC – This week, dozens of salon workers and advocates... Read More