MAKEUP PRODUCTS (NON-PERMANENT)

Though the majority of chemicals in cosmetics pose minimal or zero danger, several have been associated to substantial health problems, such as developmental delays and cancer. Cosmetic chemicals enter the body through the skin and inhalation, and lead to similar risks as food chemicals, per this site.

Chemicals associated with cancer can be found in water, food, and various other commonly used goods. Yet, no category of consumer goods is subject to less government oversight than cosmetics, including Eye Shadow (Shell). Though most of the contaminants and chemicals in cosmetics very likely present little risk, your exposure to some has been associated with critical health problems, such as cancer.