MAKEUP PRODUCTS (NON-PERMANENT)

While the majority of chemicals in beauty products and cosmetics present slight or absolutely no danger, several dozen have been associated with serious medical problems, such as cancer, and neurological harm. Cosmetic chemicals get into the body through inhalation, the skin, and ingestion, and cause similar problems as food chemicals, per this site.

Chemicals associated with cancer can be found in food and many other commonly used goods. But, no classification of consumer goods is subject to less government inspection than cosmetics, including Lip Gloss, Red Spice. Although many of the chemicals in cosmetics and personal care products likely present minimal risk, exposure to some is associated with major health concerns, including cancer.