MAKEUP PRODUCTS (NON-PERMANENT)

Though many chemicals in beauty products and cosmetics pose slight or no threat, some have been associated with severe health conditions, including cancer, and neurological harm. Chemicals in cosmetics can enter a person's body through ingestion, inhalation, and internal use, and pose similar problems as food chemicals, per this site.

Contaminants and chemicals associated with cancer are found in food, water, and various other everyday goods. But, no classification of consumer goods is susceptible to less government inspection than cosmetics and other personal care products, including CoverGirl Lipslicks Smoochies Lip Balm. Although many of the contaminants and chemicals in cosmetics and personal care products likely pose minimal risk, subjection to a few has been associated with major health issues, such as cancer.