PERSONAL CARE PRODUCTS

Although many chemicals in cosmetic products pose limited or zero risk, dozens have been linked to significant medical problems, such as cancer, and neurological harm. Chemicals in cosmetics gain entry to a person's body through ingestion, inhalation, and internal use, and pose similar risks as food chemicals, per this site.

Contaminants and chemicals linked to cancer are found in water, food, and lots of other commonly used goods. However, no category of consumer goods is subject to less government management than cosmetics, including Anti-Bacterial Hand Gel. While many of the contaminants and chemicals in cosmetics and personal care products probably pose little risk, your exposure to some is linked to serious health concerns, including cancer.