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Although many chemicals in cosmetics pose little or no risk, dozens have been associated to substantial medical issues, such as developmental delays and cancer. Cosmetic chemicals get into your body through the skin, inhalation, ingestion and internal use, and pose similar risks as food chemicals, per this site.

Chemicals and contaminants associated with cancer can be found in water, food, and various other ordinary goods. However, no category of consumer goods is subject to less government direction than cosmetics, including Vaseline Intensive Care Essential Healing Lotion. While many of the contaminants and chemicals in cosmetics probably pose little risk, being exposed to some has been associated with major health disorders, such as cancer.