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Although many chemicals in cosmetic products pose very little or absolutely no threat, several are associated with substantial health issues, including cancer, reproductive and neurological harm, and developmental delays. Cosmetic chemicals get into a person's body through the skin and inhalation, and cause similar problems as food chemicals, per this site.

Contaminants and chemicals associated with cancer can be found in food and many other ordinary goods. Still, no sector of consumer goods is subject to less government inspection than cosmetics, including Elizabeth Arden Pure Finish Mineral Powder Foundation SPF 20 PA++. Though most of the chemicals and contaminants in cosmetics most likely present minimal risk, exposure to a few has been associated with critical health conditions, such as cancer.