MAKEUP PRODUCTS (NON-PERMANENT)

Though many chemicals in beauty products pose hardly any or zero threat, several dozen are associated with severe health conditions, including cancer, and neurological harm. Cosmetic chemicals gain entry to the body through ingestion, inhalation, and internal use, and lead to the same problems as food chemicals, per this site.

Chemicals and contaminants linked to cancer are found in food, water, and many other common items. Yet, no classification of consumer items is subject to less government inspection than cosmetics and other personal care products, including Sheer Shine (Vavavoom). Although most of the chemicals and contaminants in cosmetics and personal care products most likely pose very little risk, exposure to a few has been linked to critical health issues, including cancer.