MAKEUP PRODUCTS (NON-PERMANENT)

While many chemicals in cosmetics present minimal or absolutely no danger, dozens are linked to severe medical conditions, including developmental delays and cancer. Chemicals in cosmetics can enter the body through ingestion, inhalation, and internal use, and lead to the same dangers as food chemicals, per this site.

Chemicals linked to cancer are found in food, water, and lots of other common products. Still, no category of consumer products is subject to less government inspection than cosmetics and other personal products, including Loose Powder. Though most of the chemicals and contaminants in cosmetics likely present little risk, your exposure to some has been linked to worrying health issues, such as cancer.