Hair Relaxer Lawsuit
Many brands of at-home hair relaxer have been linked to an increased risk of uterine cancer.
Why are women suing hair relaxer brands?
In 2022, the Journal of the National Cancer Institute (JNCI) found that long-term exposure to chemical hair relaxers could increase a woman’s risk of developing uterine cancer. Based on the results of the National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences’ (NIEHS) Sister Study, women who regularly use hair relaxers may be over twice as likely to develop uterine cancer compared to women who do not.
After the JNCI’s study was published, women with cancer began seeking compensation against many hair relaxer brands, including big-name corporations like L’Oréal and Revlon. Lawsuit participants claim that these companies failed to warn customers that their hair relaxers were linked to an increased risk of uterine cancer.
How to qualify for the lawsuit
If you were diagnosed with any of the following cancers after using hair relaxer at least four times a year, you may be able to qualify for significant compensation. An immediate family member may also begin a claim for a loved one who passed away.
IMPORTANT NOTE: Those who were diagnosed before 2014 cannot qualify for the lawsuit.
- Uterine Cancer
- Endometrial Cancer
- Ovarian Cancer
- Fallopian Tube Cancer
- Primary Peritoneal Cancer
- Clear Cell Epithelial OVCA
- Serous Epithelial OVCA
- Edometroid Epithelial OVCA
- Invasive/Well-differentiated Mucinous OVCA
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- Free, no-obligation consultations.
- Pay NO FEES unless you win.
- Nationwide network of attorneys.
Hair Relaxer Lawsuit FAQs
If you have anything else you want to ask, reach out to us.
What makes hair relaxers so dangerous to use?
Many brands of hair relaxer contain endocrine-disrupting chemicals (EDCs) such as parabens and phthalates, which have been found to cause a wide array of medical problems. Some of these health concerns include infertility, obesity, immunodeficiency, and an increased risk of type II diabetes.
Some professional, in-salon hair relaxers also contain chemicals that release the carcinogen formaldehyde when applied to the scalp.
How much can I expect to win for a hair relaxer settlement?
Since this is a new lawsuit that began near the end of 2022, legal proceedings have not yet reached any settlements or verdicts as of 2024. We’ll keep you updated on any future developments about this lawsuit and the average payouts that claimants receive once the pre-trial discovery phase has ended and trials have begun.
Which brands of hair relaxer qualify for the lawsuit?
Most store-bought hair relaxer brands are currently able to qualify, but these are the most common brands being named in the lawsuit:
- Dark & Lovely, made by L’Oréal
- African Pride, made by Olive Miracle
- No-Lye Relaxer Kit, by Ultra Sheen
- ORS Olive Oil, made by Namaste, LLC
- Olive Oil Relaxer, by TCB Naturals
- Motions, by Strength of Nature Global
- Just for Me, made by Soft & Beautiful
- Creme of Nature, made by Revlon
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We believe everyone deserves top-notch legal representation. Our case review and advocate-matching services are entirely free to you, and participants only have to pay for legal costs if they win a settlement. We will only ever charge between 30-40% of your total settlement for attorney fees.
We’ve assisted over 100,000 clients with their personal injury claims, and we’re proud to have helped a handful of plaintiffs go on to win several multi-million dollar verdicts in court.
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Further Reading
Why are women suing hair relaxer brands?
In 2022, the Journal of the National Cancer Institute (JNCI) found that long-term exposure to chemical hair relaxers could increase a woman’s risk of developing uterine cancer. Based on the results of the National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences’ (NIEHS) Sister Study, women who regularly use hair relaxers may be over twice as likely to develop uterine cancer compared to women who do not.
After the JNCI’s study was published, women with cancer began seeking compensation against many hair relaxer brands, including big-name corporations like L’Oréal and Revlon. Lawsuit participants claim that these companies failed to warn customers that their hair relaxers were linked to an increased risk of uterine cancer.
How to qualify for the lawsuit
If you were diagnosed with any of the following cancers after using hair relaxer at least four times a year, you may be able to qualify for significant compensation. An immediate family member may also begin a claim for a loved one who passed away.
IMPORTANT NOTE: Those who were diagnosed before 2014 cannot qualify for the lawsuit.
- Uterine Cancer
- Endometrial Cancer
- Ovarian Cancer
- Fallopian Tube Cancer
- Primary Peritoneal Cancer
- Clear Cell Epithelial OVCA
- Serous Epithelial OVCA
- Edometroid Epithelial OVCA
- Invasive/Well-differentiated Mucinous OVCA
See how much your case could be worth.
- Free, no-obligation consultations.
- Pay NO FEES unless you win.
- Nationwide network of attorneys.
Hair Relaxer Lawsuit FAQs
If you have anything else you want to ask, reach out to us.
What makes hair relaxers so dangerous to use?
Some professional, in-salon hair relaxers also contain chemicals that release the carcinogen formaldehyde when applied to the scalp.
How much can I expect to win for a hair relaxer settlement?
Since this is a new lawsuit that began near the end of 2022, legal proceedings have not yet reached any settlements or verdicts as of 2024. We’ll keep you updated on any future developments about this lawsuit and the average payouts that claimants receive once the pre-trial discovery phase has ended and trials have begun.
Which brands of hair relaxer qualify for the lawsuit?
- Dark & Lovely, made by L’Oréal
- African Pride, made by Olive Miracle
- No-Lye Relaxer Kit, by Ultra Sheen
- ORS Olive Oil, made by Namaste, LLC
- Olive Oil Relaxer, by TCB Naturals
- Motions, by Strength of Nature Global
- Just for Me, made by Soft & Beautiful
- Creme of Nature, made by Revlon
Why Free Legal Reviews?
We believe everyone deserves top-notch legal representation. Our case review and advocate-matching services are entirely free to you, and participants only have to pay for legal costs if they win a settlement. We will only ever charge between 30-40% of your total settlement for attorney fees.
We’ve assisted over 100,000 clients with their personal injury claims, and we’re proud to have helped a handful of plaintiffs go on to win several multi-million dollar verdicts in court.
Ready to file a claim?
Why are women suing hair relaxer brands?
In 2022, the Journal of the National Cancer Institute (JNCI) found that long-term exposure to chemical hair relaxers could increase a woman’s risk of developing uterine cancer. Based on the results of the National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences’ (NIEHS) Sister Study, women who regularly use hair relaxers may be over twice as likely to develop uterine cancer compared to women who do not.
After the JNCI’s study was published, women with cancer began seeking compensation against many hair relaxer brands, including big-name corporations like L’Oréal and Revlon. Lawsuit participants claim that these companies failed to warn customers that their hair relaxers were linked to an increased risk of uterine cancer.
How to qualify for the lawsuit
If you were diagnosed with any of the following cancers after using hair relaxer at least four times a year, you may be able to qualify for significant compensation. An immediate family member may also begin a claim for a loved one who passed away.
IMPORTANT NOTE: Those who were diagnosed before 2014 cannot qualify for the lawsuit.
- Uterine Cancer
- Endometrial Cancer
- Ovarian Cancer
- Fallopian Tube Cancer
- Primary Peritoneal Cancer
- Clear Cell Epithelial OVCA
- Serous Epithelial OVCA
- Edometroid Epithelial OVCA
- Invasive/Well-differentiated Mucinous OVCA
See how much your case could be worth.
- Free, no-obligation consultations.
- Pay NO FEES unless you win.
- Nationwide network of attorneys.
Hair Relaxer Lawsuit FAQs
If you have anything else you want to ask, reach out to us.
What makes hair relaxers so dangerous to use?
Many brands of hair relaxer contain endocrine-disrupting chemicals (EDCs) such as parabens and phthalates, which have been found to cause a wide array of medical problems. Some of these health concerns include infertility, obesity, immunodeficiency, and an increased risk of type II diabetes.
How much can I expect to win for a hair relaxer settlement?
Since this is a new lawsuit that began near the end of 2022, legal proceedings have not yet reached any settlements or verdicts as of 2024. We’ll keep you updated on any future developments about this lawsuit and the average payouts that claimants receive once the pre-trial discovery phase has ended and trials have begun.
Which brands of hair relaxer qualify for the lawsuit?
Most brands of store-bought hair relaxer are currently able to qualify for the lawsuit, but here are some of the more common brands at-risk for potentially causing uterine cancer:
- Dark & Lovely, L’Oréal
- African Pride, Olive Miracle
- ORS Olive Oil, Namaste,
- Olive Oil Relaxer, TCB Naturals
- Motions, Strength of Nature
- Just for Me, Soft & Beautiful
- Creme of Nature, Revlon
Why Free Legal Reviews?
We believe everyone deserves top-notch legal representation. Our case review and advocate-matching services are entirely free to you, and plaintiffs only have to pay for legal costs if they win a settlement. We will only ever charge between 30-40% of your total settlement for attorney fees.
We’ve assisted over 100,000 clients with their personal injury claims, and we are proud to have helped several plaintiffs win multi-million dollar verdicts in court.