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Though many chemicals in beauty products and cosmetics present slight or absolutely no risk, dozens have been associated with severe medical problems, such as cancer, and neurological harm. Chemicals in cosmetics can enter a person's body through the skin, inhalation, ingestion and internal use, and cause similar risks as food chemicals, per this site.

Chemicals and contaminants associated with cancer can be found in food, water, and several other everyday goods. Still, no classification of consumer goods is susceptible to less government oversight than cosmetics and other personal care products, including Max Factor Vivid Impact Mascara Topcoat. While most of the chemicals and contaminants in cosmetics and personal care products likely present very little risk, exposure to a few has been associated with serious health issues, such as cancer.