MAKEUP PRODUCTS (NON-PERMANENT)

While most chemicals in cosmetic products present very little or no risk, several dozen have been associated with severe health conditions, such as developmental delays and cancer. Cosmetic chemicals can enter a person's body through the skin, inhalation, ingestion and internal use, and pose similar dangers as food chemicals, per this site.

Chemicals and contaminants associated with cancer can be found in water, food, and many other commonly used items. However, no type of consumer items is accountable to less government oversight than cosmetics, including CoverGirl Continuous Color Lipstick. Though many of the chemicals in cosmetics and personal care products very likely pose little risk, exposure to some has been associated with critical health conditions, including cancer.