MAKEUP PRODUCTS (NON-PERMANENT)

Though many chemicals in beauty products and cosmetics pose very little or zero threat, dozens have been associated with severe health conditions, such as cancer, reproductive and neurological harm, and developmental delays. Cosmetic chemicals invade a person's body through the skin and inhalation, and pose similar risks as food chemicals, per this site.

Chemicals and contaminants linked to cancer can be found in food and various other commonly used goods. But, no type of consumer goods is subject to less government oversight than cosmetics and other personal care products, including Mineral Powder Foundation SPF 15 (2W). Although many of the contaminants and chemicals in cosmetics and personal care products in all likelihood present very little risk, exposure to a few is linked to worrying health problems, including cancer.