MAKEUP PRODUCTS (NON-PERMANENT)

Though many chemicals in cosmetic products pose hardly any or absolutely no risk, dozens have been associated with significant health conditions, such as developmental delays and cancer. Cosmetic chemicals invade the body through ingestion, inhalation, and internal use, and lead to the same risks as food chemicals, per this site.

Contaminants and chemicals associated with cancer are found in food, water, and several other ordinary items. But, no area of consumer items is susceptible to less government inspection than cosmetics, including HIGHLIGHTING POWDER FOR THE SKIN. Although most of the chemicals and contaminants in cosmetics very likely present minimal risk, exposure to a few has been associated with serious health concerns, such as cancer.