PERSONAL CARE PRODUCTS

Though the majority of chemicals in cosmetic products pose limited or absolutely no danger, several dozen have been linked to substantial health issues, such as cancer, and neurological harm. Chemicals in cosmetics enter a person's body through inhalation, the skin, and ingestion, and lead to the same problems as food chemicals, per this site.

Chemicals and contaminants associated with cancer can be found in food, water, and lots of other ordinary items. Still, no category of consumer items is subject to less government inspection than cosmetics and other personal products, including Anti-Bacterial Hand Gel. Although many of the contaminants and chemicals in cosmetics almost certainly present very little risk, exposure to a few has been associated with substantial health issues, including cancer.