SKIN CARE PRODUCTS

While most chemicals in beauty products pose limited or no threat, some have been associated to considerable health issues, including cancer, reproductive and neurological harm, and developmental delays. Cosmetic chemicals gain entry to your body through the skin, inhalation, ingestion and internal use, and cause the same risks as food chemicals, per this site.

Chemicals and contaminants linked to cancer can be found in water, food, and many other common goods. But, no kind of consumer goods is susceptible to less government inspection than cosmetics and other personal care products, including Elizabeth Taylor Diamonds and Rubies Perfumed Body Lotion. Although most of the chemicals and contaminants in cosmetics and personal care products in all likelihood pose very little risk, your exposure to some has been linked to major health disorders, including cancer.