Question
Is hair straightening cream harmful to children?
Answer
It is best not to undergo hair straightening, perm, or dyeing during pregnancy. Since most hair straightening products contain toxic heavy metals such as mercury and lead, these substances can easily be absorbed into the bloodstream through the scalp. The fetus maintains normal growth by absorbing nutrients from the mother’s blood. Therefore, these toxic heavy metals may also be absorbed by the fetus through the blood, potentially affecting its development.