MAKEUP PRODUCTS (NON-PERMANENT)

While many chemicals in beauty products and cosmetics present limited or absolutely no risk, several dozen are linked with substantial medical problems, including cancer, and neurological harm. Chemicals in cosmetics can enter the body through the skin, inhalation, ingestion and internal use, and pose the same dangers as food chemicals, per this site.

Chemicals linked to cancer are found in water, food, and many other ordinary products. However, no sector of consumer products is subject to less government direction than cosmetics and other personal care products, including Lip Smacker Black Widow Lip Balm. Although most of the chemicals and contaminants in cosmetics and personal care products most likely pose very little risk, exposure to some is linked to substantial health issues, including cancer.