MAKEUP PRODUCTS (NON-PERMANENT)

Although the majority of chemicals in beauty products present hardly any or zero risk, several dozen have been associated to substantial health problems, including cancer, reproductive and neurological harm, and developmental delays. Cosmetic chemicals invade your body through internal use, the skin, and inhalation, and pose the same risks as food chemicals, per this site.

Chemicals and contaminants associated with cancer are found in food, water, and many other commonly used goods. However, no category of consumer goods is accountable to less government management than cosmetics and other personal care products, including CoverGirl Ready, Set Gorgeous Fresh Complexion Foundation. Though 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 serious health problems, such as cancer.