HAIR CARE PRODUCTS (NON-COLORING)

While most chemicals in beauty products pose minimal or absolutely no risk, dozens have been associated with significant health problems, such as developmental delays and cancer. Cosmetic chemicals gain entry to a person's body through ingestion, inhalation, and internal use, and cause the same risks as food chemicals, per this site.

Chemicals and contaminants associated with cancer are found in food, water, and various other commonly used items. However, no type of consumer items is susceptible to less government oversight than cosmetics, including Spiderman shampoo. Though many of the contaminants and chemicals in cosmetics and personal care products almost certainly pose little risk, being exposed to some is associated with serious health issues, such as cancer.