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While the majority of chemicals in beauty products and cosmetics pose slight or no threat, dozens are associated with severe health conditions, including cancer, reproductive and neurological harm, and developmental delays. Chemicals in cosmetics invade the body through inhalation, ingestion, and the skin, and pose the same risks as food chemicals, per this site.

Contaminants and chemicals associated with cancer can be found in water, food, and a lot of other ordinary items. But, no group of consumer items is subject to less government management than cosmetics, including Victoria's Secret Angel Shimmer Fragrance Powder. While many of the chemicals in cosmetics and personal care products probably pose little risk, your exposure to a few has been associated with worrying health concerns, including cancer.