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Originally posted by Resplendent_Maria:
Classy_Diva5,
Where did you hear this from (and how long ago)? That sets an uneasy feeling to me, especially since relaxers have been used for many years now and the government has not preformed thorough tests.
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Actually, my own Grandmother has been hot combing her hair for 5 years since she learned the same thing. She attempted to persuade the rest of the women in family to follow suit, but to no avail.
I do know that people are warned to used caution when perming. I read in article at the FDA website and it admits that
RELAXERS DO NOT HAVE TO BE APPROVED BY THE FDA TO BE MARKETED. The only time they can step into action is when there are complaints (i.e. the Rio disaster). The article can be found here:
http://vm.cfsan.fda.gov/~dms/fdahdye.html
I’m still unclear as to whether or not they test them, but I’m under the impression that they don’t. If anyone knows please contact me.