Our take
Why It’s on Our Radar
We don't recommend chemical relaxers. A named defendant in an active cancer MDL, built on caustic straightening chemistry.
What's inside
Ingredients & Safety
Caustic sodium or calcium hydroxide straighteners with petrolatum, mineral oil, propylene glycol, and fragrance.
Worth a closer look — 4 ingredients we flag:
Petrolatum — commonly known as Mineral Oil
A petroleum-based moisturizer that seals in moisture; the refined cosmetic grades used in baby products are considered safe, and the concern is only with unrefined grades.
Mineral Oil — sometimes listed as Petrolatum
A petroleum-based moisturizer that seals in moisture; the refined cosmetic grades used in baby products are considered safe, and the concern is only with unrefined grades.
Propylene Glycol — sometimes listed as PG
Petroleum-derived humectant, can cause skin irritation and is a penetration enhancer for other chemicals.
Fragrance — sometimes listed as Parfum
Undisclosed scent blend that is a common allergen and irritant; choose fragrance-free for sensitive or reactive skin.
Full Ingredient List
- Sodium Hydroxide also listed as Lye (Bar Soap), NaOH
- Petrolatum also listed as Petrolatum, Paraffinum Liquidum Watch
- Mineral Oil also listed as Petrolatum, Paraffinum Liquidum Watch
- Cetearyl Alcohol also listed as Cetyl Alcohol
- Propylene Glycol also listed as PG Caution
- Fragrance also listed as Parfum, Perfume Watch
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Who owns it
Ownership & Independence
Creme of Nature is a Revlon brand; Revlon is a named defendant in the hair-relaxer MDL.
Where to buy
Key Products
- Creme of Nature Relaxer View on Amazon →
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