SKIN CARE PRODUCTS

While the majority of chemicals in beauty products and cosmetics present limited or no risk, some are associated to considerable medical issues, such as cancer, reproductive and neurological harm, and developmental delays. Chemicals in cosmetics enter the body through the skin, inhalation, ingestion and internal use, and pose similar risks as food chemicals, per this site.

Chemicals and contaminants associated with cancer can be found in food and lots of other everyday products. However, no category of consumer products is subject to less government direction than cosmetics and other personal care products, including Pond's Fresh Start Daily Exfoliating Cleanser. Although most of the contaminants and chemicals in cosmetics and personal care products probably present little risk, subjection to some is associated with significant health conditions, including cancer.