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June 2019 in “Journal of cosmetic dermatology” Lower pH straighteners change hair more but weaken it.
November 2022 in “International journal of trichology” Glyoxylic acid straighteners cause more protein loss but have similar hair strength effects as traditional alkaline straighteners.
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June 2021 in “Preprints.org” Hair relaxers and straighteners can be toxic to skin cells.
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