MAKEUP PRODUCTS (NON-PERMANENT)

While the majority of chemicals in cosmetic products present limited or no danger, dozens are linked to considerable health problems, such as cancer, and neurological harm. Cosmetic chemicals invade the body through internal use, the skin, and inhalation, and cause similar dangers as food chemicals, per this site.

Chemicals associated with cancer are found in food and many other common items. But, no category of consumer items is susceptible to less government management than cosmetics and other personal care products, including Eyeshadow (#53). While many of the contaminants and chemicals in cosmetics likely pose very little risk, exposure to some has been associated with substantial health problems, including cancer.