MAKEUP PRODUCTS (NON-PERMANENT)

Though most chemicals in beauty products and cosmetics present very little or absolutely no threat, dozens have been linked with significant medical problems, including cancer, and neurological harm. Chemicals in cosmetics get into the body through the skin and inhalation, and pose similar problems as food chemicals, per this site.

Contaminants and chemicals linked to cancer can be found in food, water, and several other commonly used items. But, no group of consumer items is susceptible to less government oversight than cosmetics and other personal care products, including Lip Gloss, Red Spice. Though most of the contaminants and chemicals in cosmetics probably pose little risk, being exposed to a few is linked to substantial health issues, such as cancer.