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Although many chemicals in beauty products pose limited or no threat, some have been associated to serious health problems, such as cancer, reproductive and neurological harm, and developmental delays. Cosmetic chemicals get into a person's body through inhalation, the skin, and ingestion, and cause similar problems as food chemicals, per this site.

Chemicals and contaminants associated with cancer can be found in food, water, and many other commonly used items. Yet, no type of consumer items is susceptible to less government direction than cosmetics and other personal products, including eye brightener. While most of the chemicals and contaminants in cosmetics and personal care products likely present very little risk, your exposure to some has been associated with major health issues, including cancer.