MAKEUP PRODUCTS (NON-PERMANENT)

While most chemicals in cosmetics present very little or zero threat, several have been linked to severe health issues, including developmental delays and cancer. Cosmetic chemicals can enter a person's body through internal use, the skin, and inhalation, and pose similar problems as food chemicals, per this site.

Contaminants and chemicals linked to cancer are found in water, food, and several other commonly used goods. But, no classification of consumer goods is susceptible to less government direction than cosmetics and other personal care products, including pink candy coated almond lip balm. Though most of the contaminants and chemicals in cosmetics in all likelihood pose minimal risk, subjection to a few is linked to significant health disorders, including cancer.