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Although many chemicals in cosmetics present little or absolutely no risk, several are associated with severe medical problems, including cancer, reproductive and neurological harm, and developmental delays. Cosmetic chemicals get into a person's body through ingestion, inhalation, and internal use, and lead to similar dangers as food chemicals, per this site.

Contaminants and chemicals associated with cancer can be found in food and several other everyday items. However, no group of consumer items is subject to less government management than cosmetics, including Olay Purifying Birch Water & Lavender Bar Soap. While most of the contaminants and chemicals in cosmetics and personal care products in all likelihood present minimal risk, exposure to some has been associated with substantial health disorders, including cancer.