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While most chemicals in beauty products pose limited or zero risk, several dozen are linked to substantial health problems, such as cancer, reproductive and neurological harm, and developmental delays. Chemicals in cosmetics enter the body through the skin and inhalation, and cause similar risks as food chemicals, per this site.

Chemicals linked to cancer are found in water, food, and various other commonly used products. Yet, no sector of consumer products is accountable to less government oversight than cosmetics, including Holy Cow-Girl!. Though many of the contaminants and chemicals in cosmetics and personal care products in all likelihood present little risk, exposure to some is linked to significant health disorders, such as cancer.