“Braids Made My Hair FALL OUT...”| Protective Hair Style Horror Stories Pt.1

The article “Carcinogenic materials in synthetic braids: an unrecognized risk of hair products for Black women” highlights potential health risks associated with synthetic hair extensions commonly used in braiding. These extensions often contain materials such as modacrylic fibers, which can release carcinogenic compounds like vinyl chloride and acrylonitrile. Prolonged exposure to these substances may increase the risk of health issues, including cancer. The article emphasizes the need for further research and increased public awareness regarding the safety of these hair products. Additional studies have found that hair products marketed to Black women, such as hair relaxers and straighteners, often contain endocrine-disrupting chemicals linked to reproductive health issues and cancer. These products remain largely unregulated in the U.S., underscoring the need for greater scrutiny and regulation to protect consumers.  Furthermore, synthetic braiding hair is typically made from materials like acrylic fiber, nylon, or Kanekalon, which are derived from petroleum and undergo chemical processes that may introduce harmful substances. Stabilizers such as lead are sometimes used in these products, posing additional health risks.  Given these concerns, it’s important for consumers to be informed about the potential risks associated with synthetic hair products and to advocate for better regulation and safer alternatives in the beauty industry. More on Dangers of Synthetic Hair Carcinogenic materials in synthetic braids: an unrecognized risk of hair products for Black women https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles... Uncovering the dangers of hair products marketed to Black women, girls https://hsph.harvard.edu/news/uncover... Hidden dangers: Synthetic braiding hair contains toxins https://www.thecharlottepost.com/news... Black Women Face Disproportionate Risks From Largely Unregulated Toxic Substances in Beauty and Personal Care Products https://centerforhealthjournalism.org... FDA considers ban on some Black women's hair products that have caused years of harm https://abcnews.go.com/Health/fda-con... JOIN MY PATREON!   / theemlle   💚 LISTEN TO MY SINGLE: https://theemademoiselle.hearnow.com/ ✅ Personal/Vlog Channel - Life Updates, Storytimes, Loc Updates, Vlogs, Hauls & Lifestyle    / @anavyemor   ✅ Haitian Channel - Haitian Politics, Voodoo, Spirituality, and Folklore from a Haitian-American Perspective    / @chroniclesofazoe   ✅ Media Hustle - Subscribe for social media and business tips    / @mediahustleco   💚 ⬇️ GET YOUR MEDIA HUSTLE PLANNER https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08S2SNLHK/... 💚 ⬇️ BOOK A 1 0N 1 CONSULTATION WITH ME TO GROW YOUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: https://media-hustle.square.site/ 💚 JOIN THE MEDIA HUSTLE NETWORKING GROUP!!!!!   / 346231393161877   💚 Join Media Hustle Email List For More Tips! https://mailchi.mp/7ad9f03e6d1f/media... 💚Meda Hustle Shop https://mediahustle-shop.fourthwall.com 💚 Follow Media Hustle on Instagram and Twitter for Media Advice: @MediaHustleCo   / mediahustleco     / mediahustleco   ✨Join the email list to stay updated (don’t worry you won’t be spammed 🙃) https://mailchi.mp/ac76ce411d2f/theem... Let’s discuss this video! Join my Discord 💬   / discord   Got a video suggestion? https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FA... 👚 Get your merch if you haven’t yet: https://Theemafia-merch-shop.fourthwa... ••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• 💚 STAY CONNECTED 🌐 STALK ME ON SOCIAL MEDIA: @TheeMlle   / theemlle   @TheeMlle   / theemlle   @TheeMlle   / theemlle   💚 ➡️ Wanna send me something? Surprise me with a thoughtful gift! Here’s my Amazon wishlist: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls... Thee Mademoiselle LLC Yvana Romelus 146B Ferry St. UNIT 1124 Newark NJ 07105 MADE IT TO THE END? COMMENT: “TWIZZLERS” to show me you read it all! LOVE YOU #THEEMAFIA