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While most chemicals in cosmetics pose limited or no threat, dozens are linked to serious health problems, including cancer, reproductive and neurological harm, and developmental delays. Cosmetic chemicals invade the body through the skin, inhalation, ingestion and internal use, and lead to the same risks as food chemicals, per this site.

Contaminants and chemicals associated with cancer can be found in food, water, and several other common products. However, no area of consumer products is subject to less government oversight than cosmetics and other personal care products, including Bath & Body Works Aromatherapy Smoothing Body Scrub. While many of the contaminants and chemicals in cosmetics in all likelihood pose very little risk, your exposure to some has been associated with major health disorders, including cancer.