MAKEUP PRODUCTS (NON-PERMANENT)

Though many chemicals in cosmetic products pose slight or no danger, several dozen have been linked with substantial medical issues, such as cancer, and neurological harm. Chemicals in cosmetics enter the body through inhalation, ingestion, and the skin, and cause similar risks as food chemicals, per this site.

Chemicals linked to cancer can be found in water, food, and several other common products. Yet, no area of consumer products is subject to less government direction than cosmetics, including Lip Polish (Mars). Although many of the chemicals and contaminants in cosmetics likely present very little risk, subjection to a few is linked to major health concerns, such as cancer.