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Though the majority of chemicals in beauty products and cosmetics present little or no risk, several have been linked to substantial health problems, including neurological harm and cancer. Cosmetic chemicals invade the body through ingestion, inhalation, and internal use, and pose the same risks as food chemicals, per this site.

Contaminants and chemicals associated with cancer can be found in food and a lot of other commonly used goods. However, no category of consumer goods is subject to less government oversight than cosmetics, including Mineral Powder Foundation SPF 15 (6N). Although many of the contaminants and chemicals in cosmetics in all likelihood present minimal risk, being exposed to some has been associated with substantial health disorders, such as cancer.