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While many chemicals in beauty products pose minimal or absolutely no risk, several have been associated with significant health problems, such as cancer, reproductive and neurological harm, and developmental delays. Chemicals in cosmetics enter the body through internal use, the skin, and inhalation, and pose similar dangers as food chemicals, per this site.

Chemicals associated with cancer are found in food, water, and lots of other ordinary products. But, no type of consumer products is susceptible to less government inspection than cosmetics, including Shimmer shine body lotion. Although most of the contaminants and chemicals in cosmetics and personal care products probably present minimal risk, being exposed to some has been associated with serious health conditions, including cancer.