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While most chemicals in cosmetics present hardly any or absolutely no threat, dozens are linked to serious health conditions, such as neurological harm and cancer. Cosmetic chemicals enter the body through inhalation, ingestion, and the skin, and pose similar risks as food chemicals, per this site.

Contaminants and chemicals linked to cancer can be found in food, water, and several other common products. Yet, no classification of consumer products is susceptible to less government inspection than cosmetics, including Day Cream SPF 20. While many of the chemicals in cosmetics and personal care products probably pose little risk, being exposed to some is linked to worrying health disorders, such as cancer.