PERSONAL CARE PRODUCTS

Although many chemicals in cosmetic products pose slight or no danger, several dozen are linked with severe health issues, such as developmental delays and cancer. Chemicals in cosmetics can enter a person's body through ingestion, inhalation, and internal use, and cause the same problems as food chemicals, per this site.

Contaminants and chemicals associated with cancer are found in food and various other common products. Yet, no area of consumer products is susceptible to less government oversight than cosmetics and other personal products, including Sensitive Skin Hand Wipes. While most of the chemicals and contaminants in cosmetics most likely pose minimal risk, exposure to some has been associated with critical health issues, including cancer.