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While many chemicals in beauty products and cosmetics present slight or zero danger, dozens have been associated to severe medical problems, such as developmental delays and cancer. Chemicals in cosmetics invade the body through the skin, inhalation, ingestion and internal use, and cause similar problems as food chemicals, per this site.

Chemicals and contaminants associated with cancer can be found in food, water, and lots of other common items. Yet, no area of consumer items is accountable to less government inspection than cosmetics, including Fits Vasilisa Perfume Stick (Parrot). Although most of the chemicals in cosmetics and personal care products most likely present minimal risk, exposure to some has been associated with substantial health conditions, including cancer.