MAKEUP PRODUCTS (NON-PERMANENT)

Though most chemicals in beauty products and cosmetics pose slight or absolutely no threat, dozens have been linked to considerable medical conditions, such as cancer, reproductive and neurological harm, and developmental delays. Cosmetic chemicals get into the body through the skin, inhalation, ingestion and internal use, and lead to the same problems as food chemicals, per this site.

Chemicals linked to cancer can be found in food and several other common items. But, no group of consumer items is subject to less government inspection than cosmetics and other personal care products, including cheek stain. While many of the chemicals in cosmetics and personal care products probably present very little risk, subjection to a few is linked to critical health conditions, such as cancer.