SKIN CARE PRODUCTS

While most chemicals in cosmetics present slight or zero risk, several have been linked to substantial health problems, including developmental delays and cancer. Cosmetic chemicals get into the body through the skin, inhalation, ingestion and internal use, and cause the same risks as food chemicals, per this site.

Chemicals and contaminants linked to cancer can be found in food and many other common products. But, no group of consumer products is subject to less government inspection than cosmetics and other personal care products, including Aveeno Advanced Ageless Daily Restorative Cream, SPF 30. Although most of the chemicals and contaminants in cosmetics and personal care products likely pose minimal risk, being exposed to a few is linked to serious health issues, such as cancer.