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While most chemicals in cosmetics pose slight or absolutely no threat, several dozen have been linked with significant medical conditions, including developmental delays and cancer. Chemicals in cosmetics gain entry to the body through inhalation, ingestion, and the skin, and cause the same risks as food chemicals, per this site.

Chemicals linked to cancer are found in food and many other common goods. Yet, no area of consumer goods is subject to less government oversight than cosmetics and other personal care products, including Get the Look: Smoky Eye Set Eye Shadow Duo (Chocolate). While many of the chemicals and contaminants in cosmetics almost certainly present very little risk, being exposed to some is linked to significant health concerns, such as cancer.