MAKEUP PRODUCTS (NON-PERMANENT)

While the majority of chemicals in beauty products present minimal or no threat, several are linked to substantial medical problems, such as cancer, reproductive and neurological harm, and developmental delays. Chemicals in cosmetics invade the body through inhalation, the skin, and ingestion, and lead to similar problems as food chemicals, per this site.

Contaminants and chemicals associated with cancer can be found in food and many other ordinary products. But, no category of consumer products is susceptible to less government oversight than cosmetics, including Lip Gloss (Shake & Shimmer). Although most of the chemicals and contaminants in cosmetics most likely present minimal risk, subjection to some is associated with substantial health issues, such as cancer.