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While the majority of chemicals in cosmetic products pose very little or no risk, some are associated to substantial health problems, such as developmental delays and cancer. Chemicals in cosmetics get into your body through inhalation, ingestion, and the skin, and pose similar risks as food chemicals, per this site.

Chemicals and contaminants associated with cancer can be found in food and many other ordinary goods. Yet, no group of consumer goods is accountable to less government inspection than cosmetics and other personal products, including Nail Polish (All Dolled Up). Though most of the chemicals and contaminants in cosmetics most likely present little risk, being exposed to some is associated with critical health issues, such as cancer.