ORAL HYGIENE PRODUCTS

Though many chemicals in beauty products present hardly any or zero risk, several dozen have been linked to considerable health conditions, such as developmental delays and cancer. Chemicals in cosmetics can enter the body through ingestion, inhalation, and internal use, and pose similar risks as food chemicals, per this site.

Chemicals and contaminants associated with cancer can be found in water, food, and a lot of other everyday goods. But, no classification of consumer goods is susceptible to less government management than cosmetics and other personal products, including Crest Pro-Health Smooth Peppermint toothpaste. Although many of the contaminants and chemicals in cosmetics and personal care products probably present minimal risk, subjection to a few is associated with critical health issues, including cancer.