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While most chemicals in cosmetic products pose little or no risk, several dozen have been linked with significant health problems, including neurological harm and cancer. Cosmetic chemicals enter the body through the skin, inhalation, ingestion and internal use, and cause the same problems as food chemicals, per this site.

Chemicals and contaminants associated with cancer are found in water, food, and various other commonly used goods. But, no area of consumer goods is susceptible to less government management than cosmetics and other personal products, including Going Native. Although many of the chemicals in cosmetics and personal care products almost certainly pose minimal risk, exposure to some is associated with critical health concerns, including cancer.