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While many chemicals in cosmetic products present hardly any or absolutely no danger, several dozen are linked with severe medical problems, including cancer, and neurological harm. Cosmetic chemicals invade the body through the skin, inhalation, ingestion and internal use, and pose the same risks as food chemicals, per this site.

Chemicals associated with cancer are found in food, water, and various other commonly used products. Yet, no classification of consumer products is susceptible to less government oversight than cosmetics and other personal care products, including Sheer Touch Lotion Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 8. While most of the contaminants and chemicals in cosmetics and personal care products almost certainly pose very little risk, exposure to a few has been associated with worrying health concerns, such as cancer.