MAKEUP PRODUCTS (NON-PERMANENT)

Though many chemicals in cosmetics pose slight or absolutely no threat, some are linked to significant health issues, including developmental delays and cancer. Cosmetic chemicals enter the body through the skin, inhalation, ingestion and internal use, and cause similar risks as food chemicals, per this site.

Chemicals and contaminants linked to cancer are found in food, water, and several other commonly used goods. Yet, no type of consumer goods is subject to less government inspection than cosmetics and other personal products, including Shimmering Powder (The Starlet Limited). Though most of the contaminants and chemicals in cosmetics in all likelihood pose little risk, subjection to a few is linked to substantial health conditions, including cancer.