MAKEUP PRODUCTS (NON-PERMANENT)

Although many chemicals in cosmetics present limited or no danger, dozens are linked to substantial health problems, including neurological harm and cancer. Chemicals in cosmetics can enter a person's body through the skin, inhalation, ingestion and internal use, and pose similar problems as food chemicals, per this site.

Chemicals associated with cancer are found in food and many other ordinary goods. Still, no area of consumer goods is subject to less government management than cosmetics and other personal products, including Amazonian clay 12-hour highlighter. While most of the chemicals and contaminants in cosmetics and personal care products most likely pose little risk, exposure to a few has been associated with serious health problems, including cancer.