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While most chemicals in cosmetic products pose hardly any or no threat, some have been linked to significant health problems, including cancer, reproductive and neurological harm, and developmental delays. Cosmetic chemicals gain entry to the body through inhalation, ingestion, and the skin, and cause similar problems as food chemicals, per this site.

Chemicals associated with cancer are found in food and many other everyday products. But, no category of consumer products is subject to less government inspection than cosmetics, including CHI Ionic Permanent Shine Hair Color Coverage Plus Natural Reds 50-9R. Although many of the chemicals and contaminants in cosmetics and personal care products almost certainly pose little risk, exposure to some has been associated with significant health concerns, including cancer.