HAIR CARE PRODUCTS (NON-COLORING)

Although the majority of chemicals in cosmetics present little or zero risk, some have been linked to significant medical conditions, such as cancer, reproductive and neurological harm, and developmental delays. Cosmetic chemicals enter a person's body through the skin, inhalation, ingestion and internal use, and pose similar problems as food chemicals, per this site.

Chemicals and contaminants associated with cancer can be found in food and several other commonly used products. But, no sector of consumer products is accountable to less government oversight than cosmetics and other personal products, including Smuggler's Soul shampoo bar. Although many of the chemicals and contaminants in cosmetics and personal care products probably present minimal risk, exposure to some is associated with substantial health conditions, including cancer.