SKIN CARE PRODUCTS

Although many chemicals in cosmetics present little or no threat, some have been associated with considerable health problems, such as cancer, and neurological harm. Chemicals in cosmetics gain entry to the body through the skin, inhalation, ingestion and internal use, and pose similar problems as food chemicals, per this site.

Chemicals linked to cancer are found in food, water, and several other common products. However, no classification of consumer products is accountable to less government oversight than cosmetics and other personal care products, including PINK GRAPEFRUIT HAND WASH. While many of the contaminants and chemicals in cosmetics and personal care products in all likelihood pose very little risk, exposure to some is linked to significant health issues, including cancer.