MAKEUP PRODUCTS (NON-PERMANENT)

While most chemicals in beauty products and cosmetics pose limited or absolutely no risk, dozens are linked with serious medical problems, including cancer, reproductive and neurological harm, and developmental delays. Chemicals in cosmetics enter a person's body through the skin, inhalation, ingestion and internal use, and lead to the same problems as food chemicals, per this site.

Chemicals and contaminants linked to cancer can be found in water, food, and several other ordinary goods. But, no type of consumer goods is susceptible to less government oversight than cosmetics, including lipsticks & lip glosses. While most of the chemicals and contaminants in cosmetics most likely present little risk, being exposed to some has been linked to major health concerns, including cancer.