MAKEUP PRODUCTS (NON-PERMANENT)

While the majority of chemicals in beauty products pose limited or absolutely no risk, several dozen have been linked with severe medical conditions, such as cancer, and neurological harm. Cosmetic chemicals can enter the body through internal use, the skin, and inhalation, and lead to similar problems as food chemicals, per this site.

Contaminants and chemicals associated with cancer are found in food and several other commonly used products. Yet, no category of consumer products is accountable to less government inspection than cosmetics, including PROTECTIVE ILLUMINATING CONCEALER. Although many of the chemicals in cosmetics and personal care products almost certainly present very little risk, exposure to some has been associated with substantial health conditions, including cancer.