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While many chemicals in cosmetics present limited or absolutely no risk, several have been linked to considerable medical conditions, including cancer, and neurological harm. Cosmetic chemicals gain entry to a person's body through the skin and inhalation, and cause similar problems as food chemicals, per this site.

Chemicals and contaminants associated with cancer can be found in water, food, and many other ordinary items. Yet, no sector of consumer items is susceptible to less government inspection than cosmetics and other personal products, including body & foot scrubs. While most of the chemicals and contaminants in cosmetics probably present minimal risk, your exposure to a few is associated with serious health issues, including cancer.