MAKEUP PRODUCTS (NON-PERMANENT)

Although the majority of chemicals in beauty products present minimal or zero threat, some are associated to serious medical problems, including developmental delays and cancer. Cosmetic chemicals gain entry to the body through inhalation, ingestion, and the skin, and pose similar problems as food chemicals, per this site.

Contaminants and chemicals associated with cancer can be found in water, food, and lots of other common items. However, no sector of consumer items is susceptible to less government oversight than cosmetics, including Mineral Foundation. Although many of the contaminants and chemicals in cosmetics and personal care products most likely pose minimal risk, your exposure to a few is associated with major health issues, including cancer.