SKIN CARE PRODUCTS

While many chemicals in beauty products and cosmetics present minimal or zero threat, dozens are associated with serious medical conditions, including neurological harm and cancer. Chemicals in cosmetics get into a person's body through the skin, inhalation, ingestion and internal use, and pose similar risks as food chemicals, per this site.

Chemicals and contaminants associated with cancer are found in water, food, and lots of other everyday items. Yet, no classification of consumer items is susceptible to less government inspection than cosmetics and other personal products, including Olay Complete Ageless Skin Renewing UV Lotion. Though most of the chemicals and contaminants in cosmetics and personal care products probably present very little risk, exposure to some is associated with worrying health disorders, including cancer.