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Although most chemicals in cosmetics pose slight or zero threat, several dozen have been associated with severe health problems, such as developmental delays and cancer. Chemicals in cosmetics get into a person's body through inhalation, the skin, and ingestion, and lead to the same problems as food chemicals, per this site.

Chemicals and contaminants linked to cancer are found in food and several other common products. Still, no type of consumer products is susceptible to less government inspection than cosmetics, including L'Oreal Revitalift Complete Day Anti-Wrinkle & Firming Cream SPF 18. Though most of the contaminants and chemicals in cosmetics and personal care products probably pose little risk, your exposure to some is linked to substantial health issues, including cancer.