MAKEUP PRODUCTS (NON-PERMANENT)

While many chemicals in cosmetics present little or absolutely no threat, several have been associated to substantial health problems, such as developmental delays and cancer. Cosmetic chemicals invade a person's body through the skin, inhalation, ingestion and internal use, and pose the same risks as food chemicals, per this site.

Chemicals associated with cancer can be found in food and many other commonly used items. But, no classification of consumer items is susceptible to less government inspection than cosmetics, including Provocateur Amazonian Clay Shimmering Powder. While many of the chemicals and contaminants in cosmetics and personal care products in all likelihood present very little risk, exposure to a few has been associated with critical health issues, such as cancer.