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Though most chemicals in cosmetic products pose hardly any or zero threat, several dozen are associated to severe health issues, such as developmental delays and cancer. Cosmetic chemicals invade a person's body through ingestion, inhalation, and internal use, and pose similar problems as food chemicals, per this site.

Contaminants and chemicals linked to cancer are found in food, water, and several other common products. But, no group of consumer products is subject to less government oversight than cosmetics and other personal products, including MARK TOTALLY BALMED SPF 15 TINTED LIP BALM (ALL SHADES) . Although most of the contaminants and chemicals in cosmetics and personal care products likely present very little risk, being exposed to a few has been linked to significant health concerns, including cancer.