MAKEUP PRODUCTS (NON-PERMANENT)

While the majority of chemicals in cosmetics pose little or absolutely no risk, several dozen are linked to severe medical conditions, including developmental delays and cancer. Chemicals in cosmetics gain entry to the body through inhalation, the skin, and ingestion, and cause similar problems as food chemicals, per this site.

Chemicals linked to cancer can be found in water, food, and various other common items. However, no classification of consumer items is accountable to less government inspection than cosmetics, including Nu Colour Desired Effects Eye Shadow - Baby Blue. Though many of the chemicals in cosmetics and personal care products most likely pose minimal risk, exposure to a few has been linked to major health conditions, including cancer.