THE WHAT? A federal judge has given the nod to a series of claims that chemical hair relaxers made by Revlon and L’Oreal caused cancer and other injuries. The multidistrict litigation totals some 8,000 lawsuits.
THE DETAILS According to a report published by Reuters, the companies stand accused of negligence, defective design and a failure to warn customers of the risks involved with use of the products in question. However, the judge stopped short of allowing claims for fraud.
THE WHY? The litigation stems from a National Institutes of Health study published in October 2022, which concluded that women who used hair relaxers several times per year were more likely to develop uterine cancer. Both L’Oreal and Revlon issued statements, per Reuters, defending the safety of their products.
Aesthetic supplies USA refers to products and equipment used in the field of aesthetic medicine and cosmetic treatments that are available for purchase in the United States. These supplies encompass a wide range of items necessary for various aesthetic procedures and treatments conducted by professionals such as dermatologists, plastic surgeons, aestheticians, and other qualified practitioners.
Examples of aesthetic supplies include:
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Dermal Fillers: Injectable substances used to restore volume and reduce wrinkles.
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Botulinum Toxin (Botox): Injectables used to temporarily relax facial muscles and reduce wrinkles.
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Laser Devices: Equipment used for hair removal, skin rejuvenation, tattoo removal, and other laser treatments.
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Chemical Peels: Solutions applied to the skin to exfoliate and improve texture.
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Microdermabrasion Devices: Tools used for mechanical exfoliation to rejuvenate skin.
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Microneedling Devices: Devices that create tiny punctures in the skin to stimulate collagen production.
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Cosmeceuticals: Skincare products that contain biologically active ingredients with pharmaceutical-like benefits.
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Sterilization and Disinfection Products: Essential for maintaining hygiene and preventing infections in clinical settings.
