A new study finds synthetic hair, commonly used for protective styles, is reportedly costing consumers their livelihood and ...

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Ten different synthetic hair products from seven brands were tested in this study. Nine of the ten hair products contained lead. Some of the products also contained other harmful chemicals that ...