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While the majority of chemicals in beauty products and cosmetics present limited or zero threat, some have been associated with significant medical issues, such as cancer, reproductive and neurological harm, and developmental delays. Chemicals in cosmetics invade the body through the skin, inhalation, ingestion and internal use, and pose the same problems as food chemicals, per this site.

Chemicals associated with cancer are found in food, water, and lots of other everyday goods. But, no category of consumer goods is susceptible to less government inspection than cosmetics and other personal products, including Dress Up. While many of the chemicals and contaminants in cosmetics likely pose minimal risk, being exposed to some is associated with significant health concerns, including cancer.