The Science Behind Hair Care Products: Exploring Ingredients, Safety, and Environmental Impact
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The Science Behind Hair Care Products: Exploring Ingredients, Safety, and Environmental Impact
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On this episode, Morale Ocain and Margaret Haven delve into the specific ingredients used in hair relaxers and their potential impact on health and the environment.
This episode features a discussion between Morale Ocain and Margaret Haven, a veteran scientist in the hair industry. Miss Margaret shares her career journey from food science to cosmetic science.
They discuss the evolution of hair relaxers, including the use of sodium hydroxide and thioglycolic acid, and the importance of thorough ingredient testing. They highlight the challenges in ensuring product purity, such as contaminated glycerin tanks, and the need for unbiased studies.
The conversation emphasizes the complexity of ingredients and the impact of the natural movement on the industry, promising further discussion in a future episode.