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Although most chemicals in cosmetics present limited or no threat, some have been associated with severe health problems, such as neurological harm and cancer. Cosmetic chemicals can enter the body through inhalation, ingestion, and the skin, and pose similar problems as food chemicals, per this site.

Contaminants and chemicals associated with cancer can be found in food and a lot of other common goods. Yet, no group of consumer goods is subject to less government oversight than cosmetics, including Aveeno Daily Moisturizing Body Yogurt Apricot and Honey Lotion. Though most of the contaminants and chemicals in cosmetics and personal care products probably present little risk, your exposure to a few has been associated with critical health disorders, including cancer.