ORAL HYGIENE PRODUCTS

Although many chemicals in beauty products and cosmetics present minimal or absolutely no risk, several are linked to considerable health problems, including developmental delays and cancer. Cosmetic chemicals gain entry to your body through the skin, inhalation, ingestion and internal use, and pose the same risks as food chemicals, per this site.

Chemicals and contaminants associated with cancer are found in food and several other common goods. However, no sector of consumer goods is subject to less government oversight than cosmetics and other personal products, including Crest Complete Multi-Benefit Whitening + Scope Minty Fresh Striped toothpaste. While most of the chemicals and contaminants in cosmetics and personal care products very likely present minimal risk, exposure to some is associated with major health disorders, including cancer.