Health Ministry Warns After Woman Hospitalized Following Hair Straightening Treatment

The Ministry of Health has issued a warning after a woman was hospitalized at Rambam Health Care Campus following a hair straightening treatment using a product called "Revival Miracle." The ministry is urging an immediate halt to the product's use, marketing, and sale.

A preliminary investigation by the ministry revealed that "Revival Miracle" is being marketed without the required license or notification for cosmetic products. Furthermore, the product's label indicates it contains glyoxylic acid, an ingredient strictly prohibited in hair straightening products in Israel. Ministry officials visited the salon where the treatment was performed and collected a sample of the product for laboratory testing. The company listed as the manufacturer, "P.R. Color Design," has not yet responded to inquiries.

The Ministry of Health considers this incident serious, emphasizing that the use of illegally marketed hair straightening products or those containing prohibited ingredients poses a significant risk to public health. Both the public and salon owners are urged to stop using "Revival Miracle" immediately and refrain from purchasing or distributing it.

The ministry advises consumers to verify that cosmetic products are legally marketed and do not contain unverified or unsafe ingredients. Information on product licensing and approved uses can be found in the Ministry of Health's cosmetic products database. In case of adverse symptoms after hair straightening, such as decreased urination, swelling, nausea, vomiting, abdominal or back pain, or extreme fatigue, individuals should seek immediate medical attention and provide details about the product used. The ministry is continuing its investigation and will update the public as findings and lab results become available.