MAKEUP PRODUCTS (NON-PERMANENT)

Though most chemicals in cosmetics present very little or absolutely no risk, dozens are associated to substantial health problems, such as neurological harm and cancer. Chemicals in cosmetics get into the body through the skin, inhalation, ingestion and internal use, and cause similar problems as food chemicals, per this site.

Contaminants and chemicals linked to cancer can be found in water, food, and lots of other commonly used products. Yet, no type of consumer products is accountable to less government inspection than cosmetics and other personal care products, including PROTECTIVE MINERAL FOUNDATION COMPACT MEDIUM #3. While most of the contaminants and chemicals in cosmetics very likely pose little risk, exposure to a few has been linked to critical health issues, including cancer.