MAKEUP PRODUCTS (NON-PERMANENT)

While most chemicals in cosmetics present slight or no risk, dozens are associated with significant medical problems, including cancer, reproductive and neurological harm, and developmental delays. Cosmetic chemicals invade your body through inhalation, the skin, and ingestion, and lead to similar problems as food chemicals, per this site.

Contaminants and chemicals associated with cancer can be found in food and various other common items. Still, no group of consumer items is subject to less government inspection than cosmetics and other personal care products, including CoverGirl truBLEND Face Primer - Combo Skin. Though many of the chemicals in cosmetics and personal care products in all likelihood pose minimal risk, your exposure to a few is associated with significant health concerns, including cancer.