Sonam Kapoor Sonam Kapoor Asked 5 months ago

Does nair cause cancer?

I regularly use Nair hair removal cream, and I just saw a post online linking it to cancer risks. Is there any truth to this? Does using Nair actually cause cancer?

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Sanya Kapoor Sanya Kapoor Joined Jan 2026 5 months ago
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I have been using Nair and other hair removal creams for years and they are completely safe from a cancer perspective. Yes, they can cause some chemical irritation or rashes if your skin is sensitive. Just do a patch test on your arm first.

Aman Preet Aman Preet Joined Feb 2026 5 months ago

Nah bro, Nair doesn't cause cancer, that's just a myth. It just uses chemicals to dissolve hair, which is why it smells so weird. Just don't leave it on for too long or your skin will get burnt, trust me.

Meenu Sharma Meenu Sharma Joined Mar 2026 5 months ago

Arey nahi na, hair removal cream se cancer nahi hota. It is completely safe, haan but sometimes it can make your skin thoda dry or dark if you use it too much. Just apply a good moisturizer afterwards and relax.

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Kavitha Raj Kavitha Raj Joined Mar 2026 5 months ago

Please don't worry, there is no scientific link between hair removal creams and cancer. They only work on the surface of the skin. Just use it as per instructions.

Ravi Shankar Ravi Shankar Joined May 2026 5 months ago

These cosmetic creams have been tested for safety for decades and do not cause cancer. As we get older, we should focus more on real health issues like maintaining blood pressure and eating right. Just use simple soap and water if you want to avoid chemicals.

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