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While the majority of chemicals in cosmetic products present slight or zero threat, some are associated to severe medical conditions, such as developmental delays and cancer. Cosmetic chemicals invade the body through the skin, inhalation, ingestion and internal use, and cause the same dangers as food chemicals, per this site.

Contaminants and chemicals linked to cancer can be found in food, water, and several other ordinary items. However, no type of consumer items is subject to less government direction than cosmetics and other personal care products, including Titanium dioxide. Although most of the contaminants and chemicals in cosmetics in all likelihood pose minimal risk, being exposed to some has been linked to critical health concerns, such as cancer.