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Though most chemicals in beauty products present limited or absolutely no risk, several have been linked with serious health conditions, including cancer, reproductive and neurological harm, and developmental delays. Cosmetic chemicals invade your body through the skin, inhalation, ingestion and internal use, and pose similar risks as food chemicals, per this site.

Contaminants and chemicals associated with cancer can be found in food and many other everyday products. Still, no sector of consumer products is accountable to less government direction than cosmetics and other personal products, including Perfect Smoothing Compact Foundation (Refill). Though many of the chemicals and contaminants in cosmetics and personal care products probably pose minimal risk, subjection to some is associated with serious health issues, including cancer.