MAKEUP PRODUCTS (NON-PERMANENT)

Although the majority of chemicals in cosmetic products present limited or zero threat, several are associated with significant medical problems, including neurological harm and cancer. Cosmetic chemicals invade a person's body through internal use, the skin, and inhalation, and cause similar problems as food chemicals, per this site.

Chemicals associated with cancer can be found in water, food, and lots of other common goods. Still, no type of consumer goods is subject to less government inspection than cosmetics and other personal care products, including Medicated Lip Balm. Though many of the contaminants and chemicals in cosmetics and personal care products almost certainly pose little risk, being exposed to a few is associated with serious health conditions, including cancer.