MAKEUP PRODUCTS (NON-PERMANENT)

Though most chemicals in beauty products and cosmetics pose limited or zero threat, dozens have been linked with severe medical issues, such as cancer, reproductive and neurological harm, and developmental delays. Chemicals in cosmetics gain entry to the body through the skin, inhalation, ingestion and internal use, and cause the same dangers as food chemicals, per this site.

Chemicals and contaminants linked to cancer can be found in water, food, and a lot of other everyday goods. But, no category of consumer goods is subject to less government oversight than cosmetics, including Refill Eyeshadow (Shade Brownie). Though most of the chemicals and contaminants in cosmetics and personal care products very likely present little risk, being exposed to some is linked to serious health conditions, such as cancer.