MAKEUP PRODUCTS (NON-PERMANENT)

While most chemicals in beauty products present slight or zero risk, some are linked to significant health issues, such as cancer, reproductive and neurological harm, and developmental delays. Chemicals in cosmetics enter a person's body through inhalation, ingestion, and the skin, and cause the same problems as food chemicals, per this site.

Chemicals and contaminants linked to cancer are found in water, food, and various other commonly used products. Yet, no type of consumer products is subject to less government oversight than cosmetics and other personal care products, including Eye Shadow (Prosper). Although most of the chemicals and contaminants in cosmetics most likely present little risk, subjection to some has been linked to substantial health problems, such as cancer.