MAKEUP PRODUCTS (NON-PERMANENT)

While many chemicals in cosmetic products present hardly any or absolutely no threat, several dozen have been linked to serious medical issues, including developmental delays and cancer. Chemicals in cosmetics can enter the body through the skin, inhalation, ingestion 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 food and many other common products. Yet, no category of consumer products is subject to less government management than cosmetics, including Purely Mineral Cheeks (pressed). Although many of the chemicals in cosmetics and personal care products likely present little risk, subjection to some has been associated with critical health issues, such as cancer.