MAKEUP PRODUCTS (NON-PERMANENT)

Although most chemicals in beauty products and cosmetics pose slight or no risk, several dozen have been linked with serious medical problems, including cancer, and neurological harm. Cosmetic chemicals invade the body through inhalation, the skin, and ingestion, and lead to similar risks as food chemicals, per this site.

Chemicals and contaminants linked to cancer are found in water, food, and several other common items. Yet, no area of consumer items is subject to less government inspection than cosmetics, including CoverGirl Eyeslicks Gel Eyecolor. While many of the contaminants and chemicals in cosmetics probably present very little risk, subjection to a few is linked to critical health issues, such as cancer.