TATTOOS AND PERMANENT MAKEUP

Although many chemicals in cosmetic products pose minimal or no risk, dozens are associated with substantial health issues, including cancer, reproductive and neurological harm, and developmental delays. Cosmetic chemicals gain entry to a person's body through ingestion, inhalation, and internal use, and pose the same risks as food chemicals, per this site.

Chemicals and contaminants associated with cancer can be found in food, water, and many other everyday goods. But, no sector of consumer goods is subject to less government inspection than cosmetics, including Birthday card with pirate tattoo. While most of the chemicals and contaminants in cosmetics and personal care products in all likelihood pose minimal risk, exposure to some has been associated with substantial health issues, including cancer.