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While the majority of chemicals in beauty products present very little or absolutely no danger, several dozen have been linked to serious medical conditions, such as developmental delays and cancer. Cosmetic chemicals invade the body through inhalation, ingestion, and the skin, and lead to the same problems as food chemicals, per this site.

Chemicals and contaminants associated with cancer are found in food, water, and a lot of other common goods. Yet, no classification of consumer goods is susceptible to less government inspection than cosmetics and other personal care products, including Olay Soothing Orchid & Black Currant Bar Soap. Although many of the chemicals in cosmetics probably pose minimal risk, exposure to a few is associated with critical health conditions, including cancer.