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While many chemicals in cosmetics present minimal or absolutely no threat, some are linked with considerable medical problems, such as developmental delays and cancer. Cosmetic chemicals can enter the body through inhalation, the skin, and ingestion, and pose similar risks as food chemicals, per this site.

Chemicals associated with cancer can be found in food and a lot of other everyday goods. But, no category of consumer goods is subject to less government inspection than cosmetics, including Got You Covered Mineral Powder Foundation Broad Spectrum SPF 15 Sunscreen (Rose). While many of the contaminants and chemicals in cosmetics and personal care products probably present little risk, subjection to a few has been associated with serious health conditions, such as cancer.