HAIR CARE PRODUCTS (NON-COLORING)

Though many chemicals in cosmetic products pose slight or absolutely no threat, several dozen have been associated to substantial medical problems, such as neurological harm and cancer. Cosmetic chemicals invade the body through the skin, inhalation, ingestion and internal use, and cause similar dangers as food chemicals, per this site.

Chemicals linked to cancer can be found in food, water, and many other everyday goods. Still, no category of consumer goods is subject to less government oversight than cosmetics, including ELLENCE Ever-Long Oil in Shampoo for Damaged Hair. Though many of the chemicals in cosmetics very likely pose little risk, exposure to some has been linked to worrying health issues, such as cancer.