SKIN CARE PRODUCTS

While most chemicals in beauty products and cosmetics present hardly any or absolutely no threat, dozens have been associated to serious health issues, including cancer, reproductive and neurological harm, and developmental delays. Chemicals in cosmetics enter the body through the skin and inhalation, and cause similar risks as food chemicals, per this site.

Chemicals and contaminants associated with cancer are found in food, water, and many other everyday goods. However, no classification of consumer goods is susceptible to less government management than cosmetics and other personal care products, including Elizabeth Arden Normal Skin Deep Cleansing Lotion. Although most of the contaminants and chemicals in cosmetics and personal care products likely pose minimal risk, being exposed to a few has been associated with critical health conditions, including cancer.