Do these have that bad, headache inducing smell? Many curlers made out of this material are not only smelly but carcinogenic &amp; quite concerning...
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There is a slight rubbery like smell. For me it didn't bother me or my husband. It is really hard to gauge as everybody's tolerance for smell is different. I've seen them sold at a Walmart store. That might be an option.
694952
Yes but everytime I have used heat on them there are little ball/fuzz things in it. I would believe if your only going to use heat on them once in a while these would work uh decent but if you did it everyday these would just look not natural and get really damaged looking. It seems like they are about 50/50 human hair and synthetic hair to me
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I have a lot of difficulty with scents giving me headaches. I got the soothing citrus and when used as directed (with a damp cloth or paper towel) it doesn't bother my head. I did once use it with dry paper towels and that time it did bother my head a little the next time I used my mat. I hope that helps!
517587
I'm an esthetician and have noticed a smell with every high frequency machine I've ever used. The smell, I believe, is normal for this procedure and nothing to worry about from my perspective.
178979
Diana, I have to tell you that I didn't notice any bad smell at all. They smelled a very little like rubber at first, but why wouldn't they. I don't notice anything at this point. There was nothing annoying in the smell as far as I was concerned. It could be that some people are much more sensitive to some smells than others, like those that really can't tolerate some perfumes, etc.. I hope this helps. I will also mention for others as well, that I thought the yellow color was kind of neat and not garish at all.
709810
No mine didn't smell bad, just like new plastic (and I get migraines from strong odors).
1982221
I never noticed any negative smell from them. Slight when I first opened. So it shouldn't last long, I wouldn't wash them right away as that will wear them out quicker. They truly are the best pillows for me, hope you get to enjoy them
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I love the idea of this mask and still have it AND replacement filters lying around. I however personally was deeply bothered by the smell of neoprene and it never went away....severe headaches with it being on for just minutes and it felt like my airways were inhaling a gas substance coming off of the chemical cloth. It's a gamble at best since I've seen reviews elsewhere state similar issues yet others that love the product. Take your chances but I know neoprene has offgassing that doesn't seem to deteriorate quickly or at all. If anybody else has better input that'd be great because I was never able to use the product...I'm here to warn. I love the idea of this mask and still have it AND replacement filters lying around. I however personally was deeply bothered by the smell of neoprene and it never went away....severe headaches with it being on for just minutes and it felt like my airways were inhaling a gas substance coming off of the chemical cloth. It's a gamble at best since I've seen reviews elsewhere state similar issues yet others that love the product. Take your chances but I know neoprene has offgassing that doesn't seem to deteriorate quickly or at all. If anybody else has better input that'd be great because I... » Read More I love the idea of this mask and still have it AND replacement filters lying around. I however personally was deeply bothered by the smell of neoprene and it never went away....severe headaches with it being on for just minutes and it felt like my airways were inhaling a gas substance coming off of the chemical cloth. It's a gamble at best since I've seen reviews elsewhere state similar issues yet others that love the product. Take your chances but I know neoprene has offgassing that doesn't seem to deteriorate quickly or at all. If anybody else has better input that'd be great because I was never able to use the product...I'm here to warn. « Show Less
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Nope, only smelled burnt the first time I used it, I'm sure cuz the product had "new" smell. Also I don't use any prodcuct on my hair. If you are using the curling iron on damp hair or just after applying the product and the hair is damp, then the hair probably is burning.
143195
Great curlers, They heat up fast and the curl last. Try going on Revlon home page to order extra clips. Walmart use to carry clips not sure if they still do.
258172
yes mine stink too so bad. I put these in my bedroom...and i can no longer take the smell...airing them out did no good. they are going back tomorrow.
1982149
My hair also does not hold a curl well. I got a good loose curl and lots of volume with these that lasted 8+ hours. Be careful where you place the clips though in the front of your hair, mine crimped a little, but nothing a straightener didn't help!
66562
I have not noticed a smell when my John Frieda rollers heat up, and I am sensitive to odors. Anything that involves electricity or heats up and smells, aways concerns me. I have had old hair blow dryers smell strong right before the motor burns outs. Be careful. Its your decision about what to do.
1978333
yes, I was not able to get rid of the odor even after several washes so I threw them away. They made my hair smell like rubber.
825792
I wondered the same thing. I really don't know, all I can say is they smell like rancid oil and my kids couldn't stand the smell either. Don't know if they are old, contaminated or they use something to whiten them that makes them smell. I used yellow ones from the company before that smelled like honey
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Amy- I have very thick, curly, long hair, about an inch past my bra strap. My hair loves to curl it's own way and not the way I want it too. I'm able to use the rollers with no issues. They get nice and hot and set my massive head of hair in no time. I like the fact the curlers are various sizes of XX-Large, X-Large, and Large specifically for long hair. My curls last all day so far. Now, I've only been using them for the Winter season. I purchased them in the fall of 2013. If you use a hair gel or mousse to set your hair, then use the curlers I'm sure your hair would hold in the summer. I would recommend these particular rollers for anyone with long to very long hair. Amy- I have very thick, curly, long hair, about an inch past my bra strap. My hair loves to curl it's own way and not the way I want it too. I'm able to use the rollers with no issues. They get nice and hot and set my massive head of hair in no time. I like the fact the curlers are various sizes of XX-Large, X-Large, and Large specifically for long hair. My curls last all day so far. Now, I've only been using them for the Winter season. I purchased them in the fall of 2013. If you use a hair gel or mousse to set your hair, then use the curlers I'm sure your hair would hold in the summer. I... » Read More Amy- I have very thick, curly, long hair, about an inch past my bra strap. My hair loves to curl it's own way and not the way I want it too. I'm able to use the rollers with no issues. They get nice and hot and set my massive head of hair in no time. I like the fact the curlers are various sizes of XX-Large, X-Large, and Large specifically for long hair. My curls last all day so far. Now, I've only been using them for the Winter season. I purchased them in the fall of 2013. If you use a hair gel or mousse to set your hair, then use the curlers I'm sure your hair would hold in the summer. I would recommend these particular rollers for anyone with long to very long hair. « Show Less
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I have fine, but thicker hair. They stay in, but I have to hold the curlers to get it rolling sometimes for a long time, and it hurts/burns a lot. For your hair, I think a curling iron would be better maybe? With long teeth?