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Avoid Formaldehyde Exposure in Hair Care Products

Don’t Get Sucked in by ‘Glamorous Advertising’ –Avoid Formaldehyde Exposure

We’ve seen the ads. Women with seemingly unmanageable tangled, curly hair, appearing frustrated and ashamed…uh, that is…until they try the latest ‘flavor-of-the-month’ hair smoothing products that contain ‘all-natural’ and supposedly harmless ingredients that almost miraculously changes the composition of the model’s hair to a radiant, bone-straight mane that is now the envy all who look upon her. 

Who wouldn’t want that kind of a miracle? Sadly, the truth is: many of these hair-smoothing, blowout products contain cancer-causing formaldehyde^1,2,3. Application releases this chemical into the air and affects -not only the customer and hair stylist -but everyone around them.

Recently, a national USA television program featuring a famous doctor⁴, warned women about the dangers of hair care products containing formaldehyde and other hazardous chemicals proven to cause cancer. The products featured included chemical-filled, hair smoothing blowout products, as well as caustic hair relaxers. He also invited a guest reviewer who is a natural hair blogger. She did a great job in promoting the need for women to embrace their natural hair and to learn to care for their hair -naturally.

Choose Natural Hair Care –Avoid Formaldehyde Exposure

This writer now avoids formaldehyde exposure and I choose natural hair care. As a former user of these harmful hair-smoothing treatments, I seriously damaged my hair and scalp. Yes, I did. I fell for the TV advertising and even products promoted by my former hair stylists.  Fortunately, my current natural hair care routine has helped my hair to become healthier and my hair loss has stopped. I rarely use heat on my hair; when I do, I take proper precautions, using natural products to protect my locks. 

I can honestly say that the natural products from Saba Botanical of USA have not disappointed me. These are the products that helped me to transition from chemical relaxers and chemical hair dye to all natural hair care. I’m not the only one who has experienced superior hair care. The testimonial page on their website, as well as a number of blog posts contain true experiences of many happy and satisfied men and women, who sing the praises of these ancient botanicals.

By switching to all natural plant-based hair care products, you can avoid formaldehyde exposure and a host of other dangerous chemicals in conventional hair products. The following sources links can further help you make the wise decision to get started on a natural hair care regime.

Source links:

¹OSHA. US Department of Labor. Hair Salons: Facts About Formaldehyde in Hair Products.

²OSHA fact sheet: Formaldehyde in Hair Care Products Presents Health Risks to Employees.

³Women’s Voices for the Earth: Hair Straightening Products Containing Formaldehyde.

⁴Dr. Mehmet Oz Video. Salon Hair Treatments: What You Need to Know

Read real customer testimonials.

 Author: L.J. O'Neal, writer and researcher. (L.J. is also a Lustrous Henna®  user.)

©2010-2015. L.J. O'Neal. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.

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 *Even though our herbal ingredients have been used in natural medicine for centuries, we must add the following disclaimer: The herbs, formulas, and recipes contained within this web site are not to be considered substitutes for proper medical and health care. As with any other medicine, if you are sick, you should consult a physician to find out if the herbal preparations listed here are right for you. Saba Botanical does not make any medical claims nor warranties regarding the use of the products listed on this site. No matter how natural a product is, it may have a potential of causing side effects and allergic reaction on certain individuals. You should consult your physician before taking any medication.

Need an Image Boost? Love the Natural YOU & Your Hair!

Did you know that singer Shakira at one time hated the way she looked? She hated her naturally curly hair and even those curvy hips that she is now famous for. As incredible as it may seem, she actually needed therapy to boost her self-esteem. She finally learned to accept herself and her body and most of all: herself. She felt that the therapy was “incredibly liberating”.

The singer told the News of the World that she was unhappy with her body throughout her 20s and ended up seeing a therapist to feel more confident. She said: "All through my twenties I spent more time worrying what I didn't have than thinking about what I did have… I wished I was taller, had longer legs, slimmer hips, a smaller bottom, even straighter hair", she added. "I'm just like all women – we're born to criticize ourselves."

If you viewed Shakira’s performance on “Dancing With the Stars”  last night, you will no doubt agree that she is indeed an “Incredibly liberating” example for women (needless to say, most men would agree with that)!

Loving the natural YOU is very liberating.

Loving your natural hair can also be a liberating experience. Need a true image boost? Need a new style? Want to cover those pesky gray hairs?  

Visit a good stylist who is skilled enough to style your hair to enhance your facial features. One who knows that it’s more beneficial to bring out your natural highlights, using an all-natural vegetable-based, herbal hair color dye.

Lustrous Henna® can be included in your “liberating experience!

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Your henna is the best I have ever used in 10 years of searching for a natural hair coloring product. Your henna is very clean of debris, leaves and sand, because it is so finely sifted. It colors my resistant gray hairs very well. I love how smooth like pudding your henna becomes once it is mixed with water. (Other henna products that I have used in the past became like dried mud when I applied it to my hair and they are very messy!)

I also love how fast I can use your henna after I mix it with water, and I don't have to leave it on my hair for 4 hours for it to color my gray. After only 60 minutes my gray is colored!

Also my curly, kinky hair is becoming SOFTER AND SMOOTHER!!! I can straighten my hair to a silky like texture that I never achieved before, without a chemical relaxer. Now I don't have to use harmful chemical relaxers, or harmful hair dyes!

Your company also ships the henna when you say you will, in a timely manner, and I receive my products very promptly. I always had to call in the past and complain to other henna companies about where my order was.

Keep up the excellent products, and the excellent work and THANKS A MILLION!!!

Wanda G.

Glendale, AZ

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Author: L.J. O'Neal, writer and researcher.
L.J. is also a Lustrous Henna® user.

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An Interview: Our Perception of Gray Hair and Appearance

Recently, I interviewed my husband, Victor, about his own view of gray hair, personal appearance and maturity. I admit it. His personal viewpoint surprised me.

L.J.: How do you feel about men and women coloring their gray hair?

Victor: Personally, I feel that showing gray hair as you mature is a sign of wisdom and experience. I know this is an old-fashioned viewpoint.  I think that most men and women look natural when they keep the gray and allow themselves to age gracefully. If someone decides to color their gray, I think that they should still leave a touch of gray. However, if you are prematurely gray, then coloring your hair will enhance your youthful appearance.

L.J.: Do you think the majority of Americans would agree with your viewpoint?

Victor: No. The majority of people believe that gray hair detracts from your appearance, especially for women. Everyone wants to look young for various reasons.

L.J.: Do you think that showing your grays would affect your chances of getting a job with a prospective employer?

Victor: Unfortunately, the answer is: Yes. Most companies prefer someone young and vibrant in appearance, no matter what their age.

L.J.: Has Hollywood influenced our view of gray-headedness? If an actor chose not to cover their gray, how would this affect their fan base?

Victor: Hollywood has most definitely influenced us. We want to look like movie stars, no matter what our age. It appears that when an actor shows their gray, opportunities become limited. Very few actors, whether male or female, let their gray hair show. Some fear the reality of losing their fan base. Those that do, usually have vast Hollywood experience, a solid fan base and are very influential. They reach the point where they're okay with having gray hair in Hollywood.

L.J. (conclusion): Like it or not, if we want to appear younger and vibrant, keeping all the gray hair doesn't appear to be an option for most of us. Ultimately, when we look in the mirror, we should be happy with our own reflection.

Since there is a safe healthy natural coloring option available now, there is no reason stay gray and look older.

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Author: L.J. O'Neal, freelance writer and researcher. L.J. is also a Lustrous Henna® user.

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TV Actress “Very Happy” with Lustrous Henna®

Neeraja, a prominent South Indian TV actress, suffered from premature graying. She didn’t want to use chemical-based hair color dye. The reason for this was due to the allergic reaction of several family members to permanent hair dye containing PPD. Eventually, she tried a hair color dye labeled, “Natural”, but unfortunately developed and allergic reaction to it.

She was desperate. She finally came to the conclusion that she should end her acting career and leave show business.  Fortunately for her, she shared her thoughts with her sister. Her sister recommended, Lustrous Henna®, since it was (and still is) PPD-FREE.

Neeraja didn’t immediately use it. Instead, she consulted a well-known dermatologist who recommended she use this product because it does not contain PPD.

Neeraja has used Lustrous Henna® over a year and she is still extremely satisfied. In fact, she stated that Lustrous Henna® “saved me. I’m very happy with the color and have had no problems using it.”

We invite you to share your own "very happy" experiences with us.

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Author: L.J. O'Neal, freelance writer and researcher. L.J.is also a Lustrous Henna® user.

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