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Although many chemicals in beauty products and cosmetics pose slight or absolutely no risk, dozens are associated with significant health conditions, including neurological harm and cancer. Chemicals in cosmetics enter a person's body through the skin and inhalation, and lead to similar problems as food chemicals, per this site.

Chemicals and contaminants associated with cancer are found in water, food, and several other commonly used items. However, no area of consumer items is susceptible to less government direction than cosmetics and other personal care products, including Mineral Powder Foundation SPF 15 (7W). While most of the chemicals in cosmetics and personal care products most likely present very little risk, subjection to a few has been associated with major health concerns, including cancer.