More Voters Support Government Oversight Of Personal Care Product Safety, Survey Shows

In the United States, 37 percent of voters said they think the government has approved most of the chemicals used in personal care products, according to a survey by The Mellman Group, Inc. and American Viewpoint. Results of the study revealed 67 percent of respondents believe at least some products have been cleared by the government. Also, 68 percent of likely 2016 voters across the country believe the government should do more to ensure that chemicals used in personal care products are safe, while 28 percent said there are already too many government regulations. Data also revealed 56 percent said they strongly support government assurance, while 18 percent strongly oppose the idea.