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Though many chemicals in cosmetic products pose limited or zero danger, several have been associated with substantial health conditions, such as developmental delays and cancer. Chemicals in cosmetics can enter your body through internal use, the skin, and inhalation, and lead to similar risks as food chemicals, per this site.

Chemicals associated with cancer are found in food and various other everyday products. However, no classification of consumer products is susceptible to less government inspection than cosmetics, including body lotion. While many of the contaminants and chemicals in cosmetics almost certainly present little risk, your exposure to some is associated with critical health concerns, such as cancer.