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While many chemicals in beauty products pose minimal or no threat, several have been linked with serious health problems, such as cancer, reproductive and neurological harm, and developmental delays. Cosmetic chemicals invade your body through the skin and inhalation, and pose similar problems as food chemicals, per this site.

Contaminants and chemicals associated with cancer are found in food and various other common goods. Yet, no area of consumer goods is susceptible to less government oversight than cosmetics, including Ed Hardy Villain Shimmer Body Lotion. While most of the chemicals and contaminants in cosmetics and personal care products very likely present little risk, exposure to some has been associated with serious health concerns, such as cancer.