Cytotoxic Evaluation of Hair Relaxers and Straighteners Actives in Human-Derived Skin Cells

June 2021 in “ Preprints.org ”

Maribanyana Lebeko, Elvis B. Kidzeru, Ntombenhle Sishi, Jamie Pillaye, Thulisa Mkatazo, Afolake Arowolo, Nonhlanhla P. Khumalo

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research Cytotoxic Evaluation of Hair Relaxers and Straighteners Actives in Human-Derived Skin Cells

1 citations , June 2021 in “Preprints.org”

research Relaxers Damage Hair: Evidence from Amino Acid Analysis

January 2011 in “Yearbook of Dermatology and Dermatologic Surgery”

Hair relaxers are linked to reduced cystine levels and potential hair damage.

research Determinants of Marginal Traction Alopecia in African Girls and Women

94 citations , September 2008 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology”

Traction alopecia is more common in African women than girls, especially when traction is applied to chemically relaxed hair; avoiding such hairstyles may reduce the risk.

research Mechanism of Hair Straightening

10 citations , January 1994

Hair can be straightened using different chemicals, not just strong alkali.