Producer of Brazilian Blowout Settled for $4.5 M Class-action Lawsuit
After hearing a lot of alarming complaints from stylists and people who have used Brazilian Blowout, the makers of this hair styling agent has finally agreed to settle the class-action lawsuit. Included in the agreement is the payment of $35 to every person who received the treatment and had complained. Each can be compensated up to three times of treatment. This also affects salon stylists which will receive $75 compensation for every bottle of Brazilian Blowout that they bought.
Earlier this year GIB the same company who markets Brazilian Blowout also agreed to pay $600,000 fines to California attorney general. The fine was imposed on mislabeling two of their products to be formaldehyde free. The substance has been labeled by federal government to be carcinogenic. Chief executive of Brazilian Blowout welcomed the settlement as an acquittal; it means that they can sell their products without reformulating it. Overall the said settlement will sum up to $4.5 million which will be covered by the company’s insurance. This amount is desirable compared to re-branding and reformulating it.
It would have been bad for the company if they have contested the class-action lawsuit. It could end up very bad, but it’s a good thing for them to okay with such an agreement. They just need to admit that they are wrong and needed pay some sort of fines. From now on they will be able to sell their products without restriction. But including in the agreement is that they will provide ads which will warn users regarding the formaldehyde contents of the products and the health risks when exposed to it. They will also provide extensive instruction on how to safely use the product. So long as it’s used on a well ventilated area, it should not harm anyone exposed to it.
Still there are groups who are not happy with the settlement. They believe that this is a slap on the people’s faces. Each treatment of Brazilian Blowout will regularly cost $300 and it promises a smooth and shinny hair after treating frizzy hairs. But is the $35 compensation really justifiable? Has the government gone soft on regulations on cosmetic products? These are the questions that activists and lobbyists like Campaign for Safe Cosmetics have in mind that searches for an answer. So long as these people does not give up the controversy will be present.
California Court to Hear a Ban on Brazilian Blowout
The original date of hearing was set for November 17, 2011 until it was delayed and set to be on December 16, 2011 by Superior Court of the State of California, County of Los Angeles. The hearing is set to determine the points and arguments between the people of state of California and GIB maker of Brazilian Blowout in regards of alleged health hazards that the said products would bring to its consumers. The argument concluded that the covering issue is not a simple technicality of the law. It argues that while Brazilian Blowout products by GIB’s are still on the market and still being used by salon stylist, health damage is eminent. Unless otherwise the manufacturer will comply with regulations set by California court of laws in relation to cosmetic care products.
It would seem that the lurking health issues that Brazilain Blowout has been tainted with political intentions. Parties are now taking side but carefully testing the waters, just what politicians would do. The issue has been there for months and claims have been presented. FDA and other state agencies that monitor the contents of cosmetics products have heard the same thing. But it all comes to nothing as many stylists would still offer the products to willing customers. Either Brazilian Blowout hair smoothening product contains harmful contents or carcinogenic elements or not, the truth is the product is still on the market, people are enjoying the benefits it offers, businesses are making money, politicians are gaining popularity. The government on the other hand is spending taxpayers’ money to hear and investigate the staged drama.
Brazilian Blowout Complete Care Set From Acai
We have heard it from news and read it trough the papers, Brazilian Blowout is the best hair treatment that every woman could have to solve their frizzy hair problems. It’s quickly done, it lasts up to 3 months long on the average, and it’s affordable. This treatment can be done to anyone to any type of hair. Most of all it gives great outcome, your hair is super straight and frizz free, it looks manageable and natural. For those who have already received this salon treatment here is a good offer to help you maintain your hair. This Brazilian Blowout complete care set is available at Amazon for only $96.97. The complete set it consists of four pieces or bottles of the following. One Brazilian Blowout Masque regular 8 oz. size and one bottle the same size Brazilian Blowout Serum. This contains the same element that is used at the salon only of lesser concentrations. It also include Brazilian Blowout Conditioner 12 oz. in size, this keeps the hair moisturized after every shampoo. To complete the set is another 12 oz. Brazilian Blowout Shampoo best for everyday use for people who wanted a wash and dry hair.
The offer for $96.97 is already a good deal that you can find online, two months ago the same set were being offered for nearly $130. There are a few rumors around claiming that this treatment is hazardous to one’s health but none of these has been proven true. The ingredient of this serum does not include chemicals that can impair the user’s health. It does not have any carcinogenic chemicals or any chemicals forming formaldehyde. There is no need to worry when using these products. The distribution and manufacturing of which are highly regulated by concerned government agencies to ensure the safety of its consumers. Ask your trusted beautician or hair stylist he/she can guarantee this claims. Stay connected for more Brazilian Blowout product reviews.
Is Brazilian Blowout Safe ?
Recently we received many e-mails stating your concerns about Brazilian Blowout and Brazilian keratin treatment. Because we are unable to respond all your mails, we decided to share a video about Brazilian Blowout. If you are planning to have Brazilian Blowout for your curly hair but you’re wondering whether Brazilian Blowout is toxic or not, then in order to clear all your concerns in your mind, we strongly recommend you to watch the video below which is about Brazilian Blowout.
After watching the video above, you can leave comments regarding the topic. To find the salons for Brazilian Blowout, you can check our salon locator page. We will be adding more information about Brazilian Blowout here. In near future we will launch a forum where you can discuss and review Brazilian Blowout salons.
Brazilian Blowout Before/After Video
As featured on E! News with Giuliana Rancic, this video is a great depiction of what a typical Brazilian Blowout before/after looks like. This treatment was done at Argyle Salon in Los Angeles.
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Despite Recent Events, Salons Still Offering Brazilian Blowout!
Well, we asked – and you responded! We received numerous emails and contacts through this website since our last post asking if salons are still performing the Brazilian Blowout and if customers are still asking for it and the consensus is that most of you still LOVE the product! Most salon owners responded that they are still offering the Brazilian Blowout. Some salons reported that some of their stylists have chosen not to perform the BB due to health reasons, but the ones that are certified still mostly have at least 1 stylist who can perform the treatment for customers who want it. From the client’s point of view, despite all of the negativity you may see on the Internet, a lot of you still love the product and are still planning on getting it done. The media tends to always “blow” things way out of proportion, and this instance was no different. Despite the fact that BB is now apparently not arguing with the fact that the product has some formaldehyde in it, people don’t seem to mind. Personally, I can’t say I agree with the fact that they denied it for so long and wish they had just been more forthcoming with their ingredients but I’ll give them the benefit of the doubt and let it slide. The product really is great, and unless you have some sort of allergy to it I can’t see it being too harmful. At least, no more harmful than other comparable things we are exposed to on a daily basis. I’m no doctor or scientist so obviously don’t assume I’m correct here, but that’s just my opinion. 
Now, let’s all try to put this mess behind us and focus on the product as it stands today and not dwell on the past!