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Hair-dye chemicals have been linked to bladder cancer. Studies show hairdressers, colorists, barbers, and hair salon professionals are at the greatest risk. Our law firm is investigating these cases.
If you or a loved one has been diagnosed with cancer after regular hair dye use or occupational exposure, you may be eligible for compensation. Contact our experienced attorneys today to discuss your legal options.
If you or someone you know has developed cancer due to occupational exposure to hair dyes in a salon, you may be entitled to compensation. Contact our legal team today at (800) 277-1193; or complete a Free Evaluation Form to explore your options.
Bladder cancer ranks 11th among malignant tumors worldwide. A key risk factor is exposure to certain chemicals, particularly arylamines, which are found in various industries, including hair dye manufacturing and usage.
Studies highlighted in a 2022 report published in Chemical Research and Toxicology suggest that professionals in these fields who have been exposed to hair dyes for over a decade face a significantly increased risk of developing bladder cancer.
Hair dyes, especially permanent formulations, often contain arylamines such as o-phenylenediamine (PPD) and 4-chloro-o-phenylenediamine. These chemicals have been shown to cause cancer in animal studies by damaging DNA and increasing oxidative stress. This can lead to mutations and tumor development.
Hairdressers, colorists, barbers, and salon professionals have a greater risk of exposure to these harmful chemicals due to their frequent and prolonged contact with hair dyes.
Using hair dye or cleaning up hair coloring products can expose you to harmful chemicals that may absorb through your skin. Doing these tasks regularly means you’re exposed to these chemicals over a long period. Common tasks that involve exposure include:
For those exposed to hair dyes at work, such as hairdressers and barbers, studies have consistently shown a small but notable increase in bladder cancer risk. If you work in the hairdressing industry and have a bladder cancer diagnosis, our hair dye cancer lawyers will investigate your case, calculate your damages, and work to recover these damages.
Our law firm offers free case evaluations, so you will know if you qualify for a hair-dye cancer lawsuit. Also, we work on a contingency fee basis. This means you pay us only if we win your case.
The International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) has reported that certain chemicals hairdressers are exposed to are “probably carcinogenic to humans.”
Professional hairdressers and barbers, who frequently handle hair dyes as part of their jobs, face higher exposure to potentially harmful chemicals compared to individuals who dye their hair at home or in salons.
A 2010 meta-analysis of 42 studies revealed that hairdressers with 10 or more years of experience were nearly twice as likely to develop bladder cancer compared to those who had never worked in the profession.
If you or someone you know has developed cancer due to occupational exposure to hair dyes, you may be entitled to compensation. Contact our legal team today at (800) 277-1193; or complete a Free Evaluation Form to explore your options.
Compensation in a hair-dye lawsuit would vary from one individual to the next. The amount you could get in a verdict or settlement depends on the type and severity of the injury. Common types of recoverable damages include:
If you or a loved one has been diagnosed with cancer after occupational exposure as hairdresser, barber, or colorist, you may be eligible for compensation. Contact our experienced attorneys today to discuss your legal options.
The US National Toxicology Program (NTP), a collaborative effort by the National Institutes of Health (NIH), the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), and the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), has not specifically classified hair dyes as cancer-causing. However, the NTP has identified certain chemicals found in hair dyes—past and present—as “reasonably anticipated to be human carcinogens.”
According to the American Cancer Society, certain ingredients in hair dyes, including aromatic amines, cause concern. They have been found to cause cancer in lab animals when exposed to large quantities over long periods of time. Some of the dye applied to animals’ skin is absorbed into the bloodstream.
One of the chemicals linked to this risk is 4-aminobiphenyl, a byproduct formed during the production of certain hair dye components. This compound has been positively associated with higher tumor grades in bladder cancer patients.
Some modern hair dyes are formulated to reduce harmful chemical content. However, bladder cancer has a long latency period—often exceeding 20 years. This means we might not yet know the full extent of the risks posed by current formulations. As such, ongoing exposure to these chemicals remains a public health concern, particularly for salon professionals who work with these products regularly.
Contact our attorneys today to learn about your options and protect your rights.
If you are a hairdresser, barber, or salon worker who has been diagnosed with bladder cancer, you may be entitled to legal compensation.. Contact our legal team today at (800) 277-1193; or complete a Free Evaluation Form to explore your options.
The National Cancer Institute has highlighted concerns about the potential carcinogenic (cancer-causing) properties of certain chemicals found in hair dyes. Early permanent hair dye formulations contained aromatic amines, which were identified as carcinogens.
In response, manufacturers began reformulating their products in the mid-to-late 1970s to remove some of these harmful substances. However, it remains unclear whether the chemicals still used in modern hair dyes are entirely free from carcinogenic risks.
For those exposed to hair dyes at work, such as hairdressers and barbers, studies have consistently shown a small but notable increase in bladder cancer risk.
Our law firm specializes in product liability cases such as these. We are nationally recognized as one of the top mass tort law firms in the United States. Since 1955, we have fought corporations whose negligence have caused people to suffer injuries. Our results speak for themselves. We have helped obtain over $80 billion in compensation for plaintiffs.
If you or a loved one has been diagnosed with cancer after occupational exposure, you may be eligible for compensation. Contact our experienced attorneys today to discuss your legal options.
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