MAKEUP PRODUCTS (NON-PERMANENT)

Though the majority of chemicals in cosmetic products present minimal or no threat, several dozen are linked with substantial health issues, including cancer, reproductive and neurological harm, and developmental delays. Cosmetic chemicals invade a person's body through ingestion, inhalation, and internal use, and cause similar risks as food chemicals, per this site.

Chemicals and contaminants linked to cancer can be found in water, food, and lots of other commonly used items. But, no group of consumer items is subject to less government inspection than cosmetics and other personal care products, including Lancome Tropiques Minerale Smoothing Pressed Mineral Bronzer. Though most of the chemicals in cosmetics probably pose very little risk, being exposed to a few is linked to significant health problems, including cancer.