Is brazilian hair straightening safe?

i heard that it has formaldehyde which is a toxin in it. is that true that it could be deadly?? any before and after pictures from brazilian straightening? Is brazilian hair straightening safe?
ITS IMPORTANT TO READ ABOUT THE VERY SERIOUS HEALTH RISKS: ';Stylists and clients often wear gas masks or other protective equipment and still may feel the ill effects of this potentially fatal gas. Brazilian treatment often contains high concentrations of formaldehyde, a cancer-causing chemical.';





';Brazilian Keratin Treatments aren't dangerous only to the stylist. It is theorized that repeated treatments will cause formaldehyde buildup in the hair, releasing formaldehyde fumes every time a patron blow dries or hot-irons her hair. There has been at least one documented death from the treatment.';





';Its major ingredient is formaldehyde, which is classified as a human carcinogen by the International Agency on research for Cancer, part of the World Health Organization. In short, it can cause cancer. The solution contains 10 times more than the 0.2 % that is determined to be safe by the Cosmetic Ingredient Review Expert Panel, a group of scientists and doctors who assess and set recommended safety standards for cosmetics ingredients.';


And its costs 400 to a 1000 US$ and it lasts about 4 months. Is it worth the risks?Is brazilian hair straightening safe?
I had it done a few days ago by a friend who works in an upscale salon. My hair looks FABULOUS!! Really. I am mixed with puerto rican and black so I had some kinky curls. Now my hair looks like Kim Kardashians. It is bouncy and shiny. Very nice. I do have pics also. OOOH and no frizz, thank God!

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brazilian straightening contain keratin


Brazilian Keratin Hair Straightening is a revolutionary treatment is an intense treatment that softens, smoothens, and most important gives you straight hair.





It does not use any strong chemicals to open and close the hair cuticle in an effort to straighten it, breaking the bones of the hair shaft. Keratin is a natural substance, which comprises approximately 88% of your hair. It penetrates the hair repairing internal damage and coats the hair preventing further damage.





this website has before and after pictures





http://www.sickoffrizz.com/