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Though the majority of chemicals in cosmetics pose little or zero risk, several dozen are associated to significant health problems, such as cancer, reproductive and neurological harm, and developmental delays. Cosmetic chemicals invade the body through internal use, the skin, and inhalation, and pose the same problems as food chemicals, per this site.

Chemicals and contaminants associated with cancer can be found in food, water, and various other commonly used goods. However, no classification of consumer goods is accountable to less government inspection than cosmetics and other personal care products, including Olay Professional Pro-X Anti-Aging Wrinkle Smoothing Cream. While most of the chemicals and contaminants in cosmetics and personal care products most likely present little risk, exposure to a few is associated with major health concerns, including cancer.