MAKEUP PRODUCTS (NON-PERMANENT)

Though most chemicals in cosmetic products present little or absolutely no threat, dozens have been associated to severe health conditions, such as cancer, and neurological harm. Chemicals in cosmetics invade the body through inhalation, ingestion, and the skin, and lead to similar dangers as food chemicals, per this site.

Contaminants and chemicals associated with cancer can be found in food and many other everyday goods. Still, no group of consumer goods is accountable to less government direction than cosmetics, including NYC Skin Matching Foundation. Though most of the chemicals and contaminants in cosmetics and personal care products most likely present minimal risk, exposure to a few is associated with critical health concerns, including cancer.