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While most chemicals in cosmetic products present little or zero threat, several dozen are associated to substantial health conditions, such as neurological harm and cancer. Cosmetic chemicals can enter the body through the skin and inhalation, and pose similar problems as food chemicals, per this site.

Contaminants and chemicals linked to cancer are found in water, food, and many other ordinary products. Yet, no group of consumer products is subject to less government inspection than cosmetics and other personal care products, including Absolute Moisture Cool and Fresh Aloe. Although many of the chemicals in cosmetics in all likelihood present very little risk, being exposed to a few has been linked to serious health problems, such as cancer.