MAKEUP PRODUCTS (NON-PERMANENT)

Though most chemicals in cosmetics present minimal or absolutely no risk, several are associated to significant medical problems, including developmental delays and cancer. Cosmetic chemicals enter your body through the skin and inhalation, and cause similar problems as food chemicals, per this site.

Chemicals and contaminants associated with cancer are found in food, water, and many other everyday items. However, no classification of consumer items is susceptible to less government inspection than cosmetics and other personal care products, including Gloss Lip Color (1). Although many of the chemicals and contaminants in cosmetics and personal care products most likely pose little risk, your exposure to a few has been associated with serious health concerns, such as cancer.