MAKEUP PRODUCTS (NON-PERMANENT)

While most chemicals in beauty products and cosmetics present slight or absolutely no threat, several are associated to considerable health problems, including developmental delays and cancer. Chemicals in cosmetics enter a person's body through inhalation, ingestion, and the skin, and pose similar problems as food chemicals, per this site.

Chemicals associated with cancer can be found in water, food, and various other commonly used items. But, no group of consumer items is subject to less government management than cosmetics and other personal products, including Compact Makeup. Although most of the chemicals and contaminants in cosmetics and personal care products very likely present little risk, subjection to some is associated with substantial health conditions, such as cancer.