Ingredient
Calcium Hydroxide / Lithium Hydroxide (caustic relaxer system)
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Scout's take
The multi-mineral caustic chemistry permanently breaks hair disulfide bonds. The high pH formulation frequently causes scalp burns, lesions, and chemical injury. Epidemiological research (Boston University Black Women's Health Study, NIEHS Sister Study) has linked frequent chemical relaxer use to elevated risks of uterine and breast cancer.
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