MAKEUP PRODUCTS (NON-PERMANENT)

Although many chemicals in cosmetics present limited or no threat, several dozen have been associated to serious medical conditions, such as developmental delays and cancer. Chemicals in cosmetics enter the body through ingestion, inhalation, and internal use, and pose similar problems as food chemicals, per this site.

Chemicals linked to cancer are found in food and various other ordinary products. Still, no classification of consumer products is subject to less government direction than cosmetics, including Coconut nourishing lip balm. Though most of the contaminants and chemicals in cosmetics and personal care products likely present little risk, being exposed to a few is linked to serious health concerns, such as cancer.