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Though most chemicals in cosmetics pose minimal or no risk, several are associated to severe health problems, including neurological harm and cancer. Cosmetic chemicals enter a person's body through inhalation, ingestion, and the skin, and pose the same dangers as food chemicals, per this site.

Contaminants and chemicals associated with cancer are found in water, food, and many other ordinary goods. However, no type of consumer goods is subject to less government oversight than cosmetics and other personal care products, including Burts Bees Natural Toothpaste Multicare Fluoride-Free Toothpaste - Peppermint Flavor. Although many of the chemicals and contaminants in cosmetics and personal care products probably present very little risk, your exposure to some has been associated with substantial health conditions, such as cancer.