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Though most chemicals in beauty products pose slight or no risk, several have been associated with considerable medical problems, such as neurological harm and cancer. Cosmetic chemicals get into the body through internal use, the skin, and inhalation, and pose similar risks as food chemicals, per this site.

Chemicals linked to cancer can be found in food, water, and lots of other everyday goods. But, no sector of consumer goods is subject to less government oversight than cosmetics and other personal products, including Hand and Body Lotion. Though most of the chemicals and contaminants in cosmetics probably pose minimal risk, subjection to a few has been linked to major health concerns, such as cancer.