MAKEUP PRODUCTS (NON-PERMANENT)

Though many chemicals in cosmetics pose minimal or absolutely no risk, several are associated with significant health issues, such as developmental delays and cancer. Cosmetic chemicals enter the body through the skin, inhalation, ingestion and internal use, and pose the same dangers as food chemicals, per this site.

Contaminants and chemicals associated with cancer can be found in food, water, and several other commonly used goods. However, no category of consumer goods is subject to less government management than cosmetics, including BB CREAM. Though many of the chemicals in cosmetics and personal care products likely pose minimal risk, subjection to some has been associated with serious health concerns, including cancer.