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Though the majority of chemicals in cosmetic products present hardly any or no threat, several dozen are linked with considerable health problems, including developmental delays and cancer. Chemicals in cosmetics invade the body through inhalation, the skin, and ingestion, and cause the same problems as food chemicals, per this site.

Chemicals and contaminants linked to cancer are found in food, water, and several other everyday goods. However, no type of consumer goods is subject to less government inspection than cosmetics, including TERRACOTTA BAUME AU COEUR - HIGH-SHINE SOOTHING LIP BALM. While most of the contaminants and chemicals in cosmetics and personal care products almost certainly present little risk, exposure to some is linked to major health problems, including cancer.