MAKEUP PRODUCTS (NON-PERMANENT)

Although many chemicals in cosmetic products pose little or no threat, some are associated with severe medical problems, such as developmental delays and cancer. Cosmetic chemicals enter the body through the skin and inhalation, and lead to the same risks as food chemicals, per this site.

Contaminants and chemicals linked to cancer can be found in food and lots of other ordinary products. However, no type of consumer products is susceptible to less government inspection than cosmetics and other personal care products, including Mineral Foundation (Loose). While many of the chemicals in cosmetics likely pose minimal risk, your exposure to a few is linked to major health issues, such as cancer.