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Although many chemicals in beauty products and cosmetics present limited or no risk, some have been linked to substantial medical problems, such as cancer, reproductive and neurological harm, and developmental delays. Chemicals in cosmetics get into the body through ingestion, inhalation, and internal use, and cause the same problems as food chemicals, per this site.

Chemicals associated with cancer are found in food and several other everyday goods. But, no type of consumer goods is subject to less government inspection than cosmetics, including Aveeno Positively Radiant Body Lotion. Though most of the chemicals and contaminants in cosmetics most likely pose very little risk, being exposed to a few is associated with significant health problems, including cancer.