Keratin Hair Treatments: Making Curly Hair Straight

Although keratin treatments have become a popular hair trend, they are also the center of controversy. The ingredient formaldehyde, a possible carcinogen, worries many users and regulators. According to wallstreetjournal.com, many salon employees around keratin hair treatments reported headache, eye irritation, breathing difficulties, fainting and rash symptoms to the Food and Drug Administration. The wallstreetjournal.com article also said Proctor & Gamble Co. determined Brazilian Blowout contains formaldehyde and removed the product from its Frédéric Fekkai salons. If getting a keratin treatment, be sure to look at product ingredients or go to a well-ventilated and trusted salon for the procedure.