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While many chemicals in cosmetics present hardly any or zero threat, several dozen have been associated with severe health problems, such as developmental delays and cancer. Cosmetic chemicals invade the body through ingestion, inhalation, and internal use, and lead to similar dangers as food chemicals, per this site.

Chemicals associated with cancer can be found in water, food, and many other ordinary items. However, no group of consumer items is subject to less government direction than cosmetics, including StriVectin Advanced Retinol S.T.A.R. Light Retinol Night Oil. Though most of the chemicals and contaminants in cosmetics probably pose minimal risk, your exposure to some has been associated with critical health problems, such as cancer.