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While many chemicals in beauty products present minimal or no danger, some are linked to substantial medical issues, including developmental delays and cancer. Chemicals in cosmetics can enter the body through inhalation, the skin, and ingestion, and pose the same problems as food chemicals, per this site.

Chemicals and contaminants associated with cancer are found in food, water, and several other commonly used items. However, no kind of consumer items is subject to less government management than cosmetics and other personal care products, including Biodegradable Gentle Body Wash with Aloe & Vitamin E (Raspberry, Olive, Mango, Coconut). While many of the chemicals and contaminants in cosmetics and personal care products in all likelihood present little risk, exposure to some is associated with serious health conditions, including cancer.