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Although many chemicals in cosmetics present little or no risk, several have been associated to severe medical conditions, including cancer, reproductive and neurological harm, and developmental delays. Chemicals in cosmetics get into the body through the skin and inhalation, and pose the same problems as food chemicals, per this site.

Contaminants and chemicals linked to cancer are found in water, food, and many other common goods. However, no kind of consumer goods is subject to less government inspection than cosmetics, including Ion Smooth Solutions Keratin Golden Smoothing Balm. Though most of the chemicals and contaminants in cosmetics almost certainly pose little risk, being exposed to some has been linked to worrying health conditions, including cancer.