SKIN CARE PRODUCTS

Although many chemicals in cosmetic products pose very little or no risk, several dozen have been associated to serious health issues, including developmental delays and cancer. Chemicals in cosmetics enter the body through the skin, inhalation, ingestion and internal use, and lead to similar risks as food chemicals, per this site.

Chemicals and contaminants linked to cancer can be found in water, food, and several other commonly used products. Yet, no category of consumer products is susceptible to less government direction than cosmetics and other personal care products, including C+C Ascorbic Acid Body Mask Souffle. Although many of the chemicals in cosmetics and personal care products in all likelihood present little risk, being exposed to some is linked to serious health conditions, including cancer.