MAKEUP PRODUCTS (NON-PERMANENT)

While most chemicals in cosmetics present limited or zero threat, several are associated to substantial medical problems, such as cancer, reproductive and neurological harm, and developmental delays. Cosmetic chemicals get into a person's body through the skin, inhalation, ingestion and internal use, and pose the same dangers as food chemicals, per this site.

Chemicals and contaminants linked to cancer can be found in food and various other common products. Still, no classification of consumer products is subject to less government inspection than cosmetics and other personal care products, including Lip Gloss (Sweet & Dreamy). While many of the chemicals in cosmetics most likely pose minimal risk, your exposure to a few is linked to serious health disorders, including cancer.