MAKEUP PRODUCTS (NON-PERMANENT)

While most chemicals in cosmetic products present hardly any or zero threat, several are associated with substantial health problems, such as neurological harm and cancer. Chemicals in cosmetics invade the body through inhalation, the skin, and ingestion, and cause similar problems as food chemicals, per this site.

Contaminants and chemicals linked to cancer can be found in water, food, and many other ordinary goods. However, no classification of consumer goods is accountable to less government inspection than cosmetics and other personal products, including Eye Shadow (Subtle). While many of the chemicals and contaminants in cosmetics and personal care products probably present little risk, exposure to some is linked to substantial health issues, including cancer.