HAIR CARE PRODUCTS (NON-COLORING)

While many chemicals in cosmetics pose hardly any or absolutely no threat, some are associated with severe medical problems, including neurological harm and cancer. Cosmetic chemicals get into the body through the skin and inhalation, and pose the same problems as food chemicals, per this site.

Chemicals associated with cancer can be found in food, water, and various other common items. Yet, no category of consumer items is susceptible to less government oversight than cosmetics and other personal products, including ELLENCE Ever-Long Oil in Shampoo for Coarse Hair. While most of the chemicals and contaminants in cosmetics and personal care products almost certainly present little risk, exposure to a few has been associated with major health issues, including cancer.