MAKEUP PRODUCTS (NON-PERMANENT)

Though most chemicals in cosmetics present limited or absolutely no threat, several have been linked to severe medical conditions, including developmental delays and cancer. Chemicals in cosmetics enter a person's body through the skin and inhalation, and pose the same problems as food chemicals, per this site.

Contaminants and chemicals associated with cancer are found in water, food, and lots of other ordinary products. However, no group of consumer products is subject to less government oversight than cosmetics and other personal care products, including Burts Bees Sun Protecting Lip Balm with Passionfruit SPF 8. While many of the chemicals in cosmetics and personal care products almost certainly pose minimal risk, subjection to a few has been associated with worrying health concerns, including cancer.