MAKEUP PRODUCTS (NON-PERMANENT)

Although most chemicals in cosmetic products pose limited or no threat, dozens have been linked with significant health problems, including neurological harm and cancer. Cosmetic chemicals can enter the body through the skin, inhalation, ingestion and internal use, and cause similar dangers as food chemicals, per this site.

Chemicals linked to cancer can be found in food and various other commonly used products. Still, no classification of consumer products is subject to less government management than cosmetics and other personal products, including Mineral Light. Though many of the chemicals and contaminants in cosmetics and personal care products in all likelihood pose little risk, exposure to some has been linked to critical health concerns, such as cancer.