MAKEUP PRODUCTS (NON-PERMANENT)

Although the majority of chemicals in cosmetic products present limited or no threat, several are associated with substantial health conditions, including cancer, reproductive and neurological harm, and developmental delays. Chemicals in cosmetics enter the body through inhalation, ingestion, and the skin, and pose the same problems as food chemicals, per this site.

Contaminants and chemicals associated with cancer are found in food and several other commonly used products. However, no category of consumer products is subject to less government inspection than cosmetics and other personal products, including BATH CRAYONS. Though many of the contaminants and chemicals in cosmetics likely present little risk, subjection to some is associated with major health issues, including cancer.