MAKEUP PRODUCTS (NON-PERMANENT)

While most chemicals in cosmetics pose slight or absolutely no risk, dozens have been linked with significant health issues, such as cancer, reproductive and neurological harm, and developmental delays. Chemicals in cosmetics can enter a person's body through internal use, the skin, and inhalation, and cause similar problems as food chemicals, per this site.

Chemicals linked to cancer can be found in water, food, and several other commonly used products. Yet, no classification of consumer products is subject to less government direction than cosmetics, including 3 in 1 eye pencil. Though most of the chemicals and contaminants in cosmetics likely pose minimal risk, exposure to some has been linked to substantial health problems, including cancer.