MAKEUP PRODUCTS (NON-PERMANENT)

While most chemicals in cosmetics pose slight or no threat, dozens are associated to severe medical problems, such as cancer, reproductive and neurological harm, and developmental delays. Cosmetic chemicals invade the body through the skin, inhalation, ingestion and internal use, and cause similar risks as food chemicals, per this site.

Chemicals and contaminants associated with cancer can be found in food and many other everyday products. Still, no type of consumer products is susceptible to less government inspection than cosmetics, including finishing minerals - clear. While many of the chemicals in cosmetics very likely present very little risk, subjection to some has been associated with significant health problems, including cancer.