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While most chemicals in beauty products pose limited or absolutely no threat, several dozen are linked with severe medical conditions, such as cancer, reproductive and neurological harm, and developmental delays. Cosmetic chemicals enter a person's body through the skin, inhalation, ingestion and internal use, and lead to similar risks as food chemicals, per this site.

Contaminants and chemicals linked to cancer are found in food, water, and many other commonly used products. But, no area of consumer products is susceptible to less government management than cosmetics and other personal products, including Nail Polish (Mint Chip Madness). Although most of the chemicals and contaminants in cosmetics in all likelihood pose minimal risk, exposure to some has been linked to substantial health problems, including cancer.