MAKEUP PRODUCTS (NON-PERMANENT)

While many chemicals in cosmetic products pose minimal or no threat, several have been linked to severe medical problems, such as cancer, and neurological harm. Cosmetic chemicals get into the body through the skin and inhalation, and cause similar problems as food chemicals, per this site.

Contaminants and chemicals associated with cancer can be found in food and many other commonly used items. Still, no classification of consumer items is susceptible to less government direction than cosmetics, including Eyeshadow Refill (Mermaid shade). While most of the chemicals and contaminants in cosmetics most likely pose minimal risk, subjection to a few has been associated with significant health conditions, such as cancer.