MAKEUP PRODUCTS (NON-PERMANENT)

Although many chemicals in cosmetics pose minimal or zero threat, several dozen are linked with significant medical issues, such as developmental delays and cancer. Chemicals in cosmetics invade your body through the skin and inhalation, and cause the same problems as food chemicals, per this site.

Contaminants and chemicals linked to cancer are found in water, food, and many other common items. Yet, no category of consumer items is subject to less government inspection than cosmetics, including Eyeshadow Refill (Penny Metal shade). While most of the contaminants and chemicals in cosmetics almost certainly pose little risk, being exposed to some is linked to critical health concerns, including cancer.