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While most chemicals in cosmetics pose very little or absolutely no risk, several are associated to substantial medical conditions, such as cancer, and neurological harm. Chemicals in cosmetics get into the body through ingestion, inhalation, and internal use, and pose the same risks as food chemicals, per this site.

Contaminants and chemicals associated with cancer are found in food and many other everyday items. But, no category of consumer items is accountable to less government oversight than cosmetics and other personal care products, including Olay Total Effects CC Cream Anti-Aging Moisturizer Plus Touch of Foundation. Although most of the chemicals in cosmetics and personal care products probably present minimal risk, exposure to a few is associated with substantial health concerns, including cancer.