Hair Chameleon Nicole Richie Does it Again

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Nicole Richie, 32, has become known as a chameleon in Hollywood for her ever-changing hair color. In fact just this week the star ditched her lavender locks for a bolder shade of blue. 

But is this behavior putting her hair at risk? 

Many women don’t realize that chemicals like bleaches and dyes can fundamentally change the structure of their hair, making it weaker and more susceptible to breakage and damage. Overusing these treatments and frequent color changes can lead to breakage, hair fallout, loss of density and volume, and in some severe cases, even traction alopecia.

If Nicole continues to change up her color frequently, she may want to consider starting on a regimen of hair vitamins, like Viviscal Pro or professional-grade Biotin, which can stimulate healthy hair growth and give your hair's overall health a boost. 

Brazilian Blowout Suspected of Carcinogen

A popular hair treatment product called "Brazilian Blowout" is under heavy scrutiny following recent tests which reportedly found a high level of a known carcinogen is produced when the product is exposed to high heat.


Keratin-smoothing treatments like Brazilian Blowout have recently become very popular among celebrities and consumers. They can leave hair soft and smooth for up to four months after a single treatment. Celebrities like Jennifer Aniston and Nicole Richie are reportedly big fans of Brazilian Blowout.


Although more testing will need to be done to confirm whether or not there is a medical risk here, the early indicators are alarming. Before getting a keratin-smoothing treatment, you may wish to call your local state health board for the latest information about it.


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