MAKEUP PRODUCTS (NON-PERMANENT)

Though most chemicals in cosmetic products present minimal or no threat, several dozen are associated to substantial health problems, such as developmental delays and cancer. Chemicals in cosmetics invade a person's body through inhalation, the skin, and ingestion, and lead to similar risks as food chemicals, per this site.

Chemicals linked to cancer can be found in water, food, and several other commonly used goods. Yet, no group of consumer goods is subject to less government inspection than cosmetics and other personal care products, including One Heck of A Blot Foundation Happy Medium. Although many of the contaminants and chemicals in cosmetics probably pose very little risk, exposure to some has been linked to critical health issues, such as cancer.