HAIR CARE PRODUCTS (NON-COLORING)

While most chemicals in beauty products and cosmetics present little or absolutely no threat, several are associated with considerable medical problems, including neurological harm and cancer. Cosmetic chemicals enter the body through inhalation, the skin, and ingestion, and lead to the same problems as food chemicals, per this site.

Chemicals and contaminants linked to cancer are found in food, water, and several other ordinary products. But, no area of consumer products is subject to less government inspection than cosmetics, including Hair & Body Shampoo. While many of the chemicals and contaminants in cosmetics and personal care products probably pose little risk, subjection to some is linked to serious health problems, including cancer.