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Though the majority of chemicals in beauty products and cosmetics pose limited or no threat, several dozen have been linked to significant health problems, including neurological harm and cancer. Chemicals in cosmetics invade your body through the skin, inhalation, ingestion and internal use, and cause similar dangers as food chemicals, per this site.

Chemicals linked to cancer can be found in food, water, and several other common products. Still, no sector of consumer products is subject to less government oversight than cosmetics, including CoverGirl Outlast Stay Fabulous 3-in-1 Foundation + Sunscreen. Although most of the contaminants and chemicals in cosmetics and personal care products likely present very little risk, exposure to some has been linked to critical health issues, including cancer.