SKIN CARE PRODUCTS

Though most chemicals in beauty products and cosmetics present slight or absolutely no risk, several dozen are associated with significant health problems, including neurological harm and cancer. Chemicals in cosmetics can enter the body through the skin, inhalation, ingestion and internal use, and cause similar risks as food chemicals, per this site.

Contaminants and chemicals associated with cancer can be found in food and many other commonly used goods. Still, no classification of consumer goods is subject to less government oversight than cosmetics and other personal care products, including Exfoliating foam cleanser. While many of the contaminants and chemicals in cosmetics likely present minimal risk, being exposed to some is associated with significant health disorders, such as cancer.