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Though many chemicals in cosmetics pose little or zero risk, some are linked with significant health problems, including neurological harm and cancer. Chemicals in cosmetics invade your body through inhalation, the skin, and ingestion, and pose similar problems as food chemicals, per this site.

Chemicals linked to cancer are found in food, water, and lots of other common products. But, no category of consumer products is subject to less government management than cosmetics and other personal care products, including Mineral Creme SPF 48. While most of the contaminants and chemicals in cosmetics likely pose minimal risk, exposure to some is linked to serious health issues, including cancer.