PERSONAL CARE PRODUCTS

Although most chemicals in beauty products present minimal or no risk, some are associated to significant medical problems, including cancer, reproductive and neurological harm, and developmental delays. Cosmetic chemicals invade a person's body through internal use, the skin, and inhalation, and lead to similar problems as food chemicals, per this site.

Chemicals and contaminants associated with cancer are found in food and lots of other everyday items. But, no classification of consumer items is susceptible to less government management than cosmetics and other personal products, including Bubble Gum Scented Hand Soap. While most of the chemicals in cosmetics probably pose minimal risk, exposure to some has been associated with substantial health conditions, such as cancer.