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Originally posted by Honeykiss1974
Yes you can. Hair color and relaxer products specifically say "DO A PATCH TEST BEFORE USING TO AVOID AN ALLERGIC REACTION".
This applies to both professional and at home products. As ST pointed out, a "good" stylist will do this before applying new products.
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Ditto.
The botton line is that these hair care products contain some SERIOUS chemicals and can have an adverse reaction to some people.
I'm quite sure that Steeltrap's sister can attest to this - the field of Cosmetology does have a scientific/medical component and a person cannot graduate from a reputable cosmetology institution without having that down pat. I've had this same conversation with one of the hair stylists that works at the salon that I go to when I get my hair done. It's a serious issue. It's very important for a person who is taking a series of medications to inform the hairstylist b/c you never know what kind of chemical reaction will take place with the hair products and the medications. Some people are lucky, and others are not so lucky. Ultimately it is up to the hairstylist as a TRAINED professional to make the proper assessment and to offer the best possible recommendation allowed.