MAKEUP PRODUCTS (NON-PERMANENT)

While most chemicals in cosmetics pose slight or zero threat, dozens have been associated with substantial medical problems, such as cancer, reproductive and neurological harm, and developmental delays. Chemicals in cosmetics enter the body through the skin and inhalation, and cause similar risks as food chemicals, per this site.

Chemicals associated with cancer are found in food and various other ordinary items. Yet, no group of consumer items is susceptible to less government direction than cosmetics and other personal products, including Powder Foundation. Although many of the chemicals and contaminants in cosmetics probably pose little risk, being exposed to some has been associated with substantial health concerns, such as cancer.