Headline reads: "Portland hairstylist takes on the bigwigs"

According to the article, Oregon OSHA claims that variety of tests used showed, that the samples (Brazilian Blowout) contained anywhere from 4.85% to 10.6% formaldehyde.

Formaldehyde causes serious health problems and cancer.

here is the full online article

Reporter for the Oregonian is Katy Muldoon
ph:503.221.8526
e-mail: katymuldoon@news.oregonian.com

I would say, until we find more about this bru-ha-ha, I would err on caution and forgo using the Brazilian hair straightening product. The manufacturer is based in California.

Sheesh!

Smilingcat