MAKEUP PRODUCTS (NON-PERMANENT)

Though many chemicals in cosmetic products pose little or absolutely no risk, dozens have been linked with serious health conditions, such as cancer, and neurological harm. Cosmetic chemicals invade the body through internal use, the skin, and inhalation, and cause the same problems as food chemicals, per this site.

Chemicals associated with cancer are found in food and several other common goods. Yet, no category of consumer goods is subject to less government oversight than cosmetics and other personal care products, including Victoria's Secret Pink Lip Balm. Although many of the contaminants and chemicals in cosmetics and personal care products in all likelihood pose very little risk, exposure to a few is associated with worrying health issues, such as cancer.