Black women are calling for a ban on toxic hair ingredients - which have been linked to an increased risk of cancer and ...

Consumer Reports digs into the science, the claims, and what you need to know about the potential risks of relaxers.

Women sue hair relaxer brands, citing cancer risks. The FDA proposed a ban on formaldehyde, but it has stalled.

Three women tell their stories about their experiences using relaxers, and what their diagnoses have meant for their and their families' lives.

George Wendt, the comedian and actor known for his beloved role as Norm on "Cheers," has died, a family representative told CBS News. He was 76.

Senior epidemiologist and Black Women's Health investigator Dr Yvette Cozier has been studying the links between cancer and chemical hair relaxers since 1995. Credit: ITV Wales This Week ...

However, many young girls are not aware of the negative effects hair relaxers can cause, including underlying health issues ...

White-centric beauty norms, along with a desire for hair that is more manageable, have led many Black women and girls to use chemical relaxers—also called perms—from childhood on. Many women ...

A recent study highlights the presence of formaldehyde, a carcinogen, in everyday cosmetics, disproportionately affecting ...