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While many chemicals in cosmetics present very little or absolutely no risk, several are linked with severe medical problems, including neurological harm and cancer. Chemicals in cosmetics gain entry to the body through internal use, the skin, and inhalation, and pose similar problems as food chemicals, per this site.

Chemicals associated with cancer are found in food, water, and various other commonly used goods. Still, no classification of consumer goods is susceptible to less government direction than cosmetics and other personal products, including OHANA MAHAALO Glitter Gel Perfume [Pikake Aulii]. Although many of the chemicals and contaminants in cosmetics in all likelihood pose minimal risk, exposure to a few is associated with major health problems, such as cancer.