MAKEUP PRODUCTS (NON-PERMANENT)

Though most chemicals in beauty products pose minimal or no risk, several dozen have been associated with significant health problems, including cancer, reproductive and neurological harm, and developmental delays. Chemicals in cosmetics enter the body through inhalation, ingestion, and the skin, and cause the same problems as food chemicals, per this site.

Chemicals and contaminants associated with cancer are found in water, food, and many other commonly used items. However, no category of consumer items is susceptible to less government inspection than cosmetics and other personal products, including Effect Parfait illuminating compact powder. Though most of the contaminants and chemicals in cosmetics probably pose little risk, your exposure to some has been associated with critical health conditions, including cancer.