Concerns are growing over the safety of chemical hair relaxers as research suggests that heavy use may be linked to an increased risk of certain cancers.

New research raises concerns about the safety of chemical hair relaxers. Now, many Black women want safer alternatives.

If you have straight hair and are looking to add some volume and texture, you’re in for a treat. Straight hair has its own ...

And when she and others with curly, coily, or wavy hair want to wear it straight, it’s even more work. Chemical hair relaxers have provided a quick fix for decades, but their ingredients could ...

Between my low-maintenance grooming process and my pin-straight hair — seriously, it's incredibly, unbelievably straight — it's fair to say that my current routine could use a bit of a refresh.

Central to these concerns is formaldehyde, a known carcinogen commonly found in hair straightening products. FDA's Stance on Formaldehyde in Hair Products In 2023, the U.S. Food and Drug ...

For those who still want to straighten their hair, without the use of chemicals found in relaxers, Wright said there are alternatives. These include blow outs, sew-ins, and STS treatments ...