MAKEUP PRODUCTS (NON-PERMANENT)

While many chemicals in cosmetic products present limited or absolutely no threat, some are linked to severe medical problems, including developmental delays and cancer. Chemicals in cosmetics get into the body through the skin, inhalation, ingestion and internal use, and lead to similar problems as food chemicals, per this site.

Contaminants and chemicals associated with cancer can be found in food, water, and lots of other commonly used goods. But, no category of consumer goods is subject to less government direction than cosmetics and other personal products, including MAT VELVET + FOND DE TEINT MATIFIANT/MATIFYING FOUNDATION (ALL SHADES). Though many of the chemicals and contaminants in cosmetics and personal care products likely pose minimal risk, exposure to a few has been associated with major health conditions, including cancer.