The Black Beauty Breakdown
The Black Beauty Breakdown: A Black woman’s guide to uncovering the connection between personal care products & breast cancer.
A three-day virtual symposium hosted by the Bench to Community Initiative that breaks down what Black women should know about harmful chemicals in personal care products and their connection to increased breast cancer risks.
The Black Beauty Breakdown is a gathering of brilliant minds and movement builders dedicated to supporting Black women in understanding and navigating the hidden harms of the beauty and personal care product market. Through this virtual symposium, the Bench to Community Initiative brings together a hub of researchers, health advocates, breast cancer survivors, and community organizations that are dedicated to preserving the health of Black women and protecting them against increased risks of breast cancer.
SYMPOSIUM DATES:
September 10th | Understanding the research, and potential risks
September 17th – featuring CBHN’s own Dr. Astrid Williams | Navigating prevention through policy
September 24th | Being a conscious consumer
WHY IT MATTERS:
Black women face unique challenges and disparities in breast cancer diagnosis, treatment, and survival. One significant but often overlooked factor is the presence of endocrine-disrupting chemicals (EDCs) in personal care products. These chemicals, found in many everyday items such as hair dyes, relaxers, and cosmetics, can disrupt your hormone system and may increase your risk of breast cancer.
JOIN US AT THE BLACK BEAUTY BREAKDOWN FOR:
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Expert Knowledge: Learn from researchers and health advocates about the science behind EDCs and their impact on breast cancer.
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Practical Solutions: Participate in workshops that teach you how to identify harmful chemicals in products, create your own safer personal care alternatives, and adopt healthier beauty practices.
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Advocacy Tools: Discover how you can join the movement for better regulations and safer beauty standards to protect yourself and our community.
