HAIR CARE PRODUCTS (NON-COLORING)

Though the majority of chemicals in cosmetics present minimal or no threat, several dozen are associated with severe health conditions, including cancer, and neurological harm. Cosmetic chemicals gain entry to the body through ingestion, inhalation, and internal use, and cause similar dangers as food chemicals, per this site.

Chemicals and contaminants linked to cancer can be found in food, water, and many other everyday products. But, no kind of consumer products is susceptible to less government oversight than cosmetics and other personal products, including Dove Shampoo (five variants). While many of the chemicals in cosmetics and personal care products probably present very little risk, exposure to a few is linked to serious health problems, including cancer.