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Although the majority of chemicals in beauty products pose limited or no threat, several are associated with significant health problems, including developmental delays and cancer. Cosmetic chemicals get into the body through the skin, inhalation, ingestion and internal use, and pose the same dangers as food chemicals, per this site.

Chemicals and contaminants linked to cancer are found in food, water, and many other common items. Yet, no classification of consumer items is subject to less government management than cosmetics, including KidStick Mineral Sunscreen SPF 40 .4oz. While many of the contaminants and chemicals in cosmetics very likely pose little risk, exposure to a few has been linked to substantial health disorders, including cancer.