MAKEUP PRODUCTS (NON-PERMANENT)

Although many chemicals in beauty products pose limited or no threat, dozens are linked with severe health problems, such as developmental delays and cancer. Cosmetic chemicals invade a person's body through the skin, inhalation, ingestion and internal use, and cause similar problems as food chemicals, per this site.

Contaminants and chemicals associated with cancer are found in water, food, and many other everyday products. Yet, no type of consumer products is susceptible to less government inspection than cosmetics and other personal products, including NARS Dual-Intensity Blush. Though most of the chemicals and contaminants in cosmetics and personal care products very likely present minimal risk, being exposed to a few is associated with worrying health conditions, such as cancer.