MAKEUP PRODUCTS (NON-PERMANENT)

While the majority of chemicals in cosmetics present slight or no threat, several are linked with considerable medical conditions, such as developmental delays and cancer. Cosmetic chemicals invade a person's body through ingestion, inhalation, and internal use, and lead to similar problems as food chemicals, per this site.

Contaminants and chemicals linked to cancer can be found in food and lots of other common items. However, no category of consumer items is susceptible to less government inspection than cosmetics and other personal care products, including Eyeshadow Refill (Truffle Glitter shade). Though many of the chemicals in cosmetics likely pose very little risk, subjection to some is linked to worrying health problems, such as cancer.