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Although many chemicals in cosmetics present limited or zero risk, dozens have been linked with serious medical issues, including developmental delays and cancer. Chemicals in cosmetics can enter a person's body through inhalation, ingestion, and the skin, and pose similar problems as food chemicals, per this site.

Chemicals and contaminants associated with cancer are found in water, food, and several other common products. Still, no category of consumer products is susceptible to less government inspection than cosmetics and other personal products, including Get the Look: Smoky Eye Set Eye Shadow Duo (Chocolate). Although most of the chemicals and contaminants in cosmetics and personal care products probably present little risk, exposure to some has been associated with serious health problems, such as cancer.