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While most chemicals in cosmetics present very little or no danger, several dozen are associated with serious health issues, such as cancer, reproductive and neurological harm, and developmental delays. Cosmetic chemicals get into the body through the skin, inhalation, ingestion and internal use, and pose the same risks as food chemicals, per this site.

Contaminants and chemicals associated with cancer are found in food, water, and a lot of other common items. However, no area of consumer items is accountable to less government oversight than cosmetics and other personal products, including Aloe Up Lil' Kids SPF 30+ Sunscreen Stick. Though most of the contaminants and chemicals in cosmetics and personal care products very likely pose minimal risk, being exposed to a few has been associated with significant health conditions, such as cancer.