ORAL HYGIENE PRODUCTS

Although most chemicals in beauty products present limited or no risk, dozens have been linked to serious medical problems, including cancer, and neurological harm. Chemicals in cosmetics gain entry to the body through inhalation, ingestion, and the skin, and pose the same dangers as food chemicals, per this site.

Chemicals and contaminants linked to cancer are found in water, food, and various other everyday products. But, no area of consumer products is subject to less government direction than cosmetics and other personal care products, including Enamel Health Multiprotection (mica). Although many of the contaminants and chemicals in cosmetics and personal care products probably present little risk, being exposed to some has been linked to worrying health issues, including cancer.