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Can hair dye cause cancer?
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Know of no: studies that associating hair coloring with cancer.
Answered 5/12/2014
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Unlikely: There is no definite answers to your question. There is some concern about it but no definite proof yet! So most people continue to use it. I personally am not in favor of exposing our bodies to any synthetic and strong chemicals on a frequent basis.
Answered 5/9/2014
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