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While most chemicals in cosmetic products present very little or absolutely no danger, dozens have been linked to severe health conditions, including cancer, reproductive and neurological harm, and developmental delays. Chemicals in cosmetics gain entry to the body through the skin and inhalation, and cause similar dangers as food chemicals, per this site.

Contaminants and chemicals associated with cancer are found in food and a lot of other common products. However, no classification of consumer products is susceptible to less government oversight than cosmetics and other personal care products, including Mineral Powder Foundation SPF 15 (2W). Though many of the contaminants and chemicals in cosmetics and personal care products likely present very little risk, exposure to a few has been associated with major health conditions, including cancer.