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Though many chemicals in beauty products pose limited or absolutely no threat, dozens have been linked with significant medical conditions, including cancer, reproductive and neurological harm, and developmental delays. Chemicals in cosmetics gain entry to a person's body through the skin, inhalation, ingestion and internal use, and lead to the same problems as food chemicals, per this site.

Chemicals linked to cancer are found in water, food, and several other commonly used products. Yet, no classification of consumer products is susceptible to less government inspection than cosmetics and other personal products, including Oil-Free Acne Wash Pink Grapefruit Foaming Scrub. Although most of the contaminants and chemicals in cosmetics and personal care products probably pose minimal risk, exposure to a few is linked to major health issues, such as cancer.