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Though many chemicals in cosmetics present limited or no threat, dozens are linked with serious health conditions, including cancer, reproductive and neurological harm, and developmental delays. Chemicals in cosmetics enter a person's body through inhalation, ingestion, and the skin, and cause similar problems as food chemicals, per this site.

Chemicals and contaminants associated with cancer are found in water, food, and several other everyday goods. However, no classification of consumer goods is accountable to less government inspection than cosmetics and other personal products, including Innisfree My Lip Balm 01 Green Peppermint Tea. While most of the chemicals and contaminants in cosmetics and personal care products very likely pose minimal risk, being exposed to a few has been associated with significant health problems, such as cancer.