MAKEUP PRODUCTS (NON-PERMANENT)

While the majority of chemicals in beauty products pose limited or absolutely no threat, several have been linked to substantial medical conditions, such as cancer, reproductive and neurological harm, and developmental delays. Chemicals in cosmetics invade the body through the skin and inhalation, and cause the same risks as food chemicals, per this site.

Chemicals and contaminants linked to cancer are found in food and several other common items. Still, no group of consumer items is subject to less government inspection than cosmetics, including Victoria's Secret Beauty Rush Flavored Gloss. Although most of the chemicals in cosmetics and personal care products likely pose very little risk, subjection to some is linked to significant health problems, including cancer.