SKIN CARE PRODUCTS

While many chemicals in cosmetic products pose limited or absolutely no threat, dozens have been associated to serious medical issues, including developmental delays and cancer. Cosmetic chemicals get into the body through ingestion, inhalation, and internal use, and cause the same dangers as food chemicals, per this site.

Contaminants and chemicals associated with cancer can be found in water, food, and various other commonly used products. Still, no area of consumer products is subject to less government management than cosmetics and other personal products, including Kiehl's Micro Blur Skin Perfector. Though many of the contaminants and chemicals in cosmetics almost certainly pose little risk, subjection to a few has been associated with major health problems, such as cancer.