MAKEUP PRODUCTS (NON-PERMANENT)

While the majority of chemicals in cosmetics pose slight or no danger, several dozen have been associated with considerable health issues, including cancer, and neurological harm. Cosmetic chemicals can enter a person's body through the skin, inhalation, ingestion and internal use, and lead to the same risks as food chemicals, per this site.

Chemicals associated with cancer are found in food and several other commonly used goods. Yet, no classification of consumer goods is susceptible to less government direction than cosmetics, including Colorstay Mineral Foundation- Fair/Light. Although most of the chemicals and contaminants in cosmetics and personal care products very likely present minimal risk, being exposed to a few has been associated with worrying health problems, including cancer.