Cancer Doctor Rates Risky Beauty Procedures

Many individuals frequent salons for hair, nail, and skin treatments to enhance their appearance. However, a cancer surgeon and oncologist, Dr. Arrjun Sankaran, recently highlighted potential health concerns associated with popular beauty procedures. Dr. Sankaran shared his ratings of various salon treatments on Instagram, emphasizing that not all hyped services are beneficial.

His assessment focused on risks such as strong chemical exposure, excessive heat, and repeated skin irritation. He cautioned that pursuing beauty should not compromise health, noting that the safest treatments are those suited to individual needs rather than the newest or most expensive. Procedures like hair botox and permanent straightening received low ratings due to formaldehyde content, while cysteine treatments and press-on nails were identified as safer alternatives.