Ask a Specialist   Format to print				November 17, 2004
	IN THIS SECTION See all answers in this specialty Choose a different specialty More Information		Hair dye: Is it safe to use in pregnancy? Is it safe to color or highlight your hair when pregnant? Chris  /  Minnesota There's no clear evidence of risk associated with using hair dye during pregnancy. But there's no clear evidence of its safety either. Because of this, the Food and Drug Administration recommends that until conclusive evidence is available, pregnant women may want to proceed with caution in using hair dyes. Additional Resources Food and Drug Administration: What precautions should be taken if you dye your hair? By Mayo Clinic staff August 18, 2003 AN00241 © 1998-2004 Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research (MFMER). All rights reserved.  A single copy of these materials may be reprinted for noncommercial personal use only. "Mayo," "Mayo Clinic," "MayoClinic.com," "Mayo Clinic Health Information," "Reliable information for a healthier life" and the triple-shield Mayo logo are trademarks of Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research.		Advertising and sponsorship policy
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