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Hairdresser / salon worker
Chronic exposure to hair dye, straightening chemicals, and formaldehyde-releasing products.
Also known as: salon worker, stylist, beautician
IARC-classified factors documented in this product
- Exposure from · Source: IARC
Chronic occupational exposure to hair-straightening chemistry.
- Exposure from · Source: IARC
IARC classifies "hairdresser or barber" as Group 2A occupational exposure.
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