MAKEUP PRODUCTS (NON-PERMANENT)

While the majority of chemicals in cosmetics present minimal or no risk, dozens have been associated to significant health problems, including cancer, and neurological harm. Cosmetic chemicals get into the body through ingestion, inhalation, and internal use, and pose the same problems as food chemicals, per this site.

Contaminants and chemicals associated with cancer can be found in food, water, and several other commonly used items. However, no type of consumer items is susceptible to less government management than cosmetics and other personal care products, including GLIMMERSTICKS FOR EYES (EYELINER) . Although many of the chemicals and contaminants in cosmetics almost certainly present minimal risk, being exposed to a few is associated with serious health issues, such as cancer.