MAKEUP PRODUCTS (NON-PERMANENT)

Although the majority of chemicals in beauty products pose limited or zero risk, dozens have been linked to substantial medical issues, including cancer, reproductive and neurological harm, and developmental delays. Cosmetic chemicals can enter the body through ingestion, inhalation, and internal use, and lead to the same risks as food chemicals, per this site.

Chemicals and contaminants linked to cancer can be found in food, water, and various other ordinary goods. However, no sector of consumer goods is accountable to less government inspection than cosmetics and other personal products, including MAT VELVET + FOND DE TEINT MATIFIANT/MATIFYING FOUNDATION (ALL SHADES). Though most of the chemicals in cosmetics most likely present minimal risk, being exposed to a few is linked to significant health issues, such as cancer.