Study finds dangerous chemicals in synthetic hair brands

It is not just about fashion, it’s a long-standing tradition. Black women across the world spend hours having synthetic braids put in their hair.

The hairstyles can be worn for weeks at a time, protecting the hair from breakage and exposure to the elements.

But now, a study by a United States-based consumer advocacy group, Consumer Reports, has found that many popular brands contain a host of dangerous chemicals.

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