MAKEUP PRODUCTS (NON-PERMANENT)

Although many chemicals in cosmetic products pose slight or no risk, several have been linked with severe medical problems, including developmental delays and cancer. Cosmetic chemicals invade a person's body through ingestion, inhalation, and internal use, and cause similar risks as food chemicals, per this site.

Chemicals and contaminants linked to cancer are found in water, food, and lots of other ordinary goods. But, no classification of consumer goods is susceptible to less government oversight than cosmetics and other personal products, including NARS Highlighting Blush/Duo. While most of the contaminants and chemicals in cosmetics and personal care products in all likelihood pose minimal risk, exposure to a few has been linked to critical health concerns, such as cancer.