MAKEUP PRODUCTS (NON-PERMANENT)

While most chemicals in cosmetic products pose slight or absolutely no risk, dozens are linked with considerable health conditions, including cancer, reproductive and neurological harm, and developmental delays. Cosmetic chemicals get into your body through inhalation, the skin, and ingestion, and lead to similar dangers as food chemicals, per this site.

Chemicals associated with cancer are found in food and many other commonly used products. Yet, no category of consumer products is susceptible to less government oversight than cosmetics, including Lip and Body Shimmers. Although many of the chemicals and contaminants in cosmetics and personal care products likely present little risk, exposure to some is associated with worrying health issues, including cancer.