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Hair

Dyeing/coloring hair:

Before using hair dye/coloring:

• Be aware of the possibility of lead poisoning from using some hair dyes/coloring, especially if they’re used improperly
• Determine if the hair dye/coloring contains lead acetate • may be hazardous

While using hair dye/coloring:

• Don’t touch other surfaces

After using hair dye/coloring:

• Wash hands thoroughly

Growing hair:

If you’re losing hair:

• Be aware that Minoxidil is expensive and you must keep using it or you’ll probably start losing hair again
• Ask your doctor about using Minoxidil and Retin A to stimulate hair growth