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While most chemicals in beauty products and cosmetics present slight or absolutely no threat, several dozen have been associated with substantial health conditions, including developmental delays and cancer. Cosmetic chemicals can enter the body through inhalation, ingestion, and the skin, and lead to the same risks as food chemicals, per this site.

Chemicals and contaminants associated with cancer are found in food, water, and lots of other common products. Still, no classification of consumer products is susceptible to less government oversight than cosmetics and other personal care products, including RED ALERT. Although many of the chemicals and contaminants in cosmetics and personal care products most likely pose minimal risk, exposure to a few has been associated with critical health issues, such as cancer.