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GlossaryFormaldehyde

colorless gas used in industrial applications and hair treatments

Formaldehyde, also known as methanal, is a colorless, strong-smelling gas commonly used in various industrial applications, including the production of resins, textiles, and disinfectants. It is also a known carcinogen and can cause respiratory issues and skin irritation upon exposure. In the context of hair treatments, formaldehyde is sometimes used in keratin treatments to straighten hair, but its use is controversial due to potential health risks.

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research Formaldehyde Replacement with Glyoxylic Acid in Semipermanent Hair Straightening: A New and Multidisciplinary Investigation

23 citations, June 2014 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science”

Glyoxylic acid is a safer alternative to formaldehyde for hair straightening and effectively changes hair structure.

research Contact Dermatitis to Phenol-Formaldehyde Resin in Two Plywood Factory Workers

15 citations, July 2002 in “Australasian Journal of Dermatology”

Two plywood factory workers developed contact dermatitis from phenol-formaldehyde resin, a known allergen.

research Brazilian Keratin Hair Treatment: A Review

40 citations, June 2013 in “Journal of cosmetic dermatology”

Brazilian keratin treatments can straighten hair but may contain harmful formaldehyde.

research Mechanical Characterization of Curly Hair: Influence of Nonconventional Hair Straightening Treatments

13 citations, March 2017 in “Skin Research and Technology”

Formaldehyde damages curly hair more than glyoxylic acid.

research Psoriasiform Skin Reaction Due to Brazilian Keratin Treatment

2 citations, May 2022 in “International Journal of Trichology”

Brazilian Keratin Treatment can cause skin reactions like redness and scaling, possibly due to formaldehyde.

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