Can using hair dye for many years cause cancer or brain tumors?

Question

I've heard that some of the hair dye chemicals are absorbed into the bloodstream via the scalp every time you dye your whole head.

Answer 1

Jan 5, 2007 4:56 pm US/Central
Several studies have linked hair dye to cancer. Most recent research examined the possible link to non-Hodgkin's lymphoma.

"We found people used dark permanent hair dye more than 20 years, they have doubled their risk," said Dr. Ton Zheng, B.Med, SC.D., SC.M.

But the FDA says other research shows no cancer link and calls the evidence "inconclusive."

Dr. Zhen is currently conducting a much larger study on hair coloring products and cancer along with the National Cancer Institute.

While the FDA considers these products generally safe for their intended use, the agency recommends that all consumers -- especially children -- minimize their exposure to hair coloring products.

Answer 2

I agree--dyes are made from different stuff now, and if the ones today gave you brain tumors, the FDA would pull em from the shelves. They've learned a lot since Jackie's day. But I have heard of people just having bad reactions to dyes. I'd suggest next time she go get it professionally done. She might have just had a reaction to the chemicals. But she isn't going to die from it until she drinks it.

Answer 3

Not at all. Hair dye has been around long enough that we would know by now if there was a danger.

Answer 4

not only are they saying studies are now suggesting cancer from dyes they are now saying that dyes are causing people to be more susceptible to multiple myeloma which is a form of cancer

Answer 5

lol I hope not, Ive been using it for over 20 yrs. No it doesn't.