MAKEUP PRODUCTS (NON-PERMANENT)

While most chemicals in beauty products and cosmetics present limited or zero threat, several dozen have been linked with serious health conditions, such as developmental delays and cancer. Chemicals in cosmetics invade the body through ingestion, inhalation, and internal use, and lead to the same problems as food chemicals, per this site.

Contaminants and chemicals associated with cancer can be found in water, food, and several other commonly used goods. Yet, no area of consumer goods is susceptible to less government oversight than cosmetics and other personal products, including SMOOTH MINERALS PRESSED FOUNDATION . Although most of the contaminants and chemicals in cosmetics very likely pose little risk, subjection to a few has been associated with significant health concerns, including cancer.