Health Hazard Evaluation Report Heta 2011-0014-3147- Formaldehyde Exposures During Brazilian Blowout Hair Smoothing Treatment at a Hair Salon ? Ohio

3147The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) received an employer request for a health hazard evaluation at a hair salon in Ohio. The owner was concerned about employees’ exposure to formaldehyde when performing hair smoothing treatments using Brazilian Blowout® hair products. NIOSH's findings and recommendations are discussed.