MAKEUP PRODUCTS (NON-PERMANENT)

Though many chemicals in beauty products pose slight or no risk, several dozen are associated with significant health issues, such as cancer, and neurological harm. Chemicals in cosmetics enter the body through inhalation, the skin, and ingestion, and cause similar risks as food chemicals, per this site.

Contaminants and chemicals associated with cancer can be found in food, water, and various other ordinary items. Yet, no type of consumer items is subject to less government oversight than cosmetics, including NARS Balanced Foundation. Although many of the chemicals and contaminants in cosmetics very likely present very little risk, exposure to some has been associated with significant health conditions, such as cancer.