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While the majority of chemicals in cosmetic products pose slight or no risk, several have been associated with serious health issues, such as cancer, and neurological harm. Chemicals in cosmetics get into your body through inhalation, ingestion, and the skin, and lead to similar problems as food chemicals, per this site.

Contaminants and chemicals associated with cancer can be found in food and many other ordinary items. Yet, no classification of consumer items is subject to less government management than cosmetics and other personal care products, including Kiehl's Lip Balm SPF 15 Petrolatum Lip Protection. While many of the contaminants and chemicals in cosmetics probably present little risk, exposure to a few has been associated with serious health concerns, such as cancer.