MAKEUP PRODUCTS (NON-PERMANENT)

While many chemicals in cosmetics pose slight or no threat, several dozen have been linked with serious health conditions, such as cancer, and neurological harm. Cosmetic chemicals can enter the body through inhalation, the skin, and ingestion, and lead to the same risks as food chemicals, per this site.

Chemicals and contaminants linked to cancer are found in water, food, and various other commonly used goods. Still, no classification of consumer goods is subject to less government inspection than cosmetics and other personal care products, including LOOSE PEARL EYESHADOW. Though many of the chemicals in cosmetics and personal care products likely present very little risk, your exposure to some is linked to worrying health disorders, such as cancer.