HAIR CARE PRODUCTS (NON-COLORING)

While many chemicals in beauty products present slight or zero risk, some have been associated to serious medical conditions, such as neurological harm and cancer. Cosmetic chemicals invade the body through inhalation, the skin, and ingestion, and pose the same risks as food chemicals, per this site.

Chemicals and contaminants associated with cancer can be found in food, water, and lots of other commonly used products. But, no group of consumer products is subject to less government management than cosmetics, including Dove Shampoo (five variants). While most of the contaminants and chemicals in cosmetics and personal care products likely present very little risk, being exposed to a few has been associated with substantial health concerns, such as cancer.