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Although many chemicals in beauty products pose slight or no danger, dozens have been associated with considerable medical issues, including neurological harm and cancer. Chemicals in cosmetics can enter a person's body through the skin and inhalation, and cause the same problems as food chemicals, per this site.

Chemicals and contaminants linked to cancer are found in water, food, and a lot of other commonly used products. Yet, no type of consumer products is subject to less government inspection than cosmetics and other personal products, including SHIMMER BODY LOTION. Although many of the chemicals in cosmetics likely present very little risk, exposure to some is linked to substantial health issues, including cancer.