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Although most chemicals in beauty products pose hardly any or no threat, dozens are associated to considerable medical problems, including developmental delays and cancer. Chemicals in cosmetics can enter 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, water, and a lot of other common products. But, no sector of consumer products is subject to less government inspection than cosmetics and other personal care products, including Hair Highlighters (all shades). While most of the contaminants and chemicals in cosmetics probably pose minimal risk, being exposed to some is associated with major health concerns, such as cancer.