hi your mom's oncologist is in the best position to assess the do's and don'ts while receiving cancer treatment. is she receiving radiation or chemotherapy? typically using hair coloring products while receiving chemotherapy is discouraged by the medical experts. based upon my research hair coloring should not be done until 6-12 months after stopping chemotherapy and then only by using an all-natural plant based dye. a similar question was asked on webmd three years ago and received 30 responses. the link to the question and its responses was inserted below this answer. i hope that you find these anecdotal accountings helpful. <link> there is a product called pure henna. i have no interest in this hair treatment but do care about cancer patients. it is made from a plant called henna that is used to make some medicines including hair coloring products. it may and also contain indigo that is also listed as being 100% herbal. the following is a link to a webmd article discussing henna. <link> it is advertised as being 100% herbal without any hair dye chemicals or metallic salts added. it is promoted as being non-toxic and safe for those who require chemical-free hair coloring. of course each doctor may have their own individual feelings about organic rinses and the potential of them interacting with the chemotherapy. check with your mom's physician first but i can see this product as one that the doctors may permit her to use. you may view more information about this product through searching “renaissance henna” on the web. your mother deserves to feel their best in every possible way. i truly hope that you find an acceptable product meets her needs. best wishes for her complete recovery.
my mom has stomach and colon cancer she wants to color her hair. is this a good idea?