MAKEUP PRODUCTS (NON-PERMANENT)

Although most chemicals in cosmetics pose limited or absolutely no threat, dozens are linked to considerable health problems, such as developmental delays and cancer. Cosmetic chemicals get into your body through the skin and inhalation, and pose the same problems as food chemicals, per this site.

Contaminants and chemicals associated with cancer can be found in water, food, and several other everyday products. However, no category of consumer products is subject to less government management than cosmetics, including Burts Bees Lip Shimmer. Though most of the contaminants and chemicals in cosmetics and personal care products very likely present very little risk, being exposed to some has been associated with serious health issues, such as cancer.