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Although most chemicals in cosmetics present little or absolutely no risk, several have been associated with serious health conditions, such as cancer, reproductive and neurological harm, and developmental delays. Chemicals in cosmetics get into a person's body through inhalation, the skin, and ingestion, and cause similar risks as food chemicals, per this site.

Chemicals and contaminants linked to cancer are found in food and various other everyday products. But, no sector of consumer products is subject to less government management than cosmetics, including Nail Enamel (Pastels). While most of the contaminants and chemicals in cosmetics and personal care products in all likelihood present little risk, being exposed to some has been linked to critical health problems, including cancer.