MAKEUP PRODUCTS (NON-PERMANENT)

While most chemicals in beauty products pose slight or no threat, several dozen have been linked with serious health problems, such as developmental delays and cancer. Cosmetic chemicals invade the body through the skin, inhalation, ingestion and internal use, and lead to the same risks as food chemicals, per this site.

Chemicals and contaminants associated with cancer can be found in water, food, and a lot of other commonly used goods. However, no sector of consumer goods is susceptible to less government management than cosmetics, including Translucent Pressed Powder (Fair). Though many of the chemicals in cosmetics and personal care products most likely pose little risk, being exposed to some is associated with critical health disorders, including cancer.