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While the majority of chemicals in cosmetics present little or absolutely no risk, several dozen have been linked to serious medical issues, including cancer, and neurological harm. Cosmetic chemicals gain entry to a person's body through inhalation, the skin, and ingestion, and cause similar problems as food chemicals, per this site.

Chemicals and contaminants associated with cancer can be found in water, food, and many other ordinary items. But, no group of consumer items is subject to less government oversight than cosmetics and other personal products, including L'Oreal Age Perfect Pro-Calcium Day Cream-Fragrance Free SPF 15. While many of the chemicals and contaminants in cosmetics and personal care products almost certainly present minimal risk, exposure to a few has been associated with substantial health concerns, such as cancer.