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While most chemicals in beauty products present limited or no threat, some have been linked to severe health problems, including cancer, reproductive and neurological harm, and developmental delays. Cosmetic chemicals invade the body through the skin and inhalation, and pose similar problems as food chemicals, per this site.

Chemicals associated with cancer are found in water, food, and many other ordinary products. Yet, no area of consumer products is subject to less government inspection than cosmetics and other personal products, including Beautifully MAtte Foundation Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 15. Although most of the chemicals in cosmetics and personal care products in all likelihood present minimal risk, your exposure to a few is associated with critical health concerns, including cancer.