MAKEUP PRODUCTS (NON-PERMANENT)
LIP GLOSS (FLAB-0043) COSMETIC INFORMATION
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LIP GLOSS (FLAB-0043) PRODUCT SUMMARY
PRODUCT
Lip Gloss (FLAB-0043)
PRIMARY CATEGORY
Makeup Products (non-permanent)
SUB CATEGORY
Lip Gloss/Shine
LIP GLOSS (FLAB-0043) CHEMICALS
CHEMICAL NAME
CHEMICAL ID
Mineral oils, untreated and mildly treated
40418
Mineral oils, untreated and mildly treated
40418
Although most chemicals in cosmetics pose limited or absolutely no risk, dozens have been associated with substantial medical problems, such as developmental delays and cancer. Chemicals in cosmetics can enter the body through the skin, inhalation, ingestion and internal use, and lead to the same problems as food chemicals, per this site.
Contaminants and chemicals linked to cancer are found in water, food, and lots of other commonly used items. Yet, no kind of consumer items is susceptible to less government oversight than cosmetics, including Lip Gloss (FLAB-0043). Although most of the chemicals and contaminants in cosmetics and personal care products most likely present minimal risk, subjection to a few is linked to significant health problems, including cancer.