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Although most chemicals in beauty products and cosmetics present slight or no threat, some are associated to severe health problems, including developmental delays and cancer. Chemicals in cosmetics invade a person's body through the skin and inhalation, and cause the same risks as food chemicals, per this site.

Chemicals associated with cancer can be found in water, food, and several other ordinary products. Yet, no area of consumer products is susceptible to less government oversight than cosmetics and other personal products, including Bar Soap. Although most of the chemicals and contaminants in cosmetics and personal care products likely present very little risk, exposure to some is associated with substantial health concerns, including cancer.