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Although the majority of chemicals in cosmetics present little or zero risk, some have been associated to serious medical issues, such as neurological harm and cancer. Chemicals in cosmetics enter a person's body through internal use, the skin, and inhalation, and pose the same risks as food chemicals, per this site.

Contaminants and chemicals associated with cancer can be found in food and several other ordinary items. Yet, no classification of consumer items is subject to less government direction than cosmetics and other personal care products, including Lancome Absolue Makeup SPF 20. While most of the chemicals and contaminants in cosmetics probably present minimal risk, subjection to some has been associated with substantial health conditions, including cancer.