MAKEUP PRODUCTS (NON-PERMANENT)

While many chemicals in cosmetic products present little or zero danger, several dozen have been associated with serious health issues, including developmental delays and cancer. Chemicals in cosmetics invade the body through internal use, the skin, and inhalation, and pose similar problems as food chemicals, per this site.

Chemicals and contaminants associated with cancer can be found in food, water, and several other common items. Still, no classification of consumer items is subject to less government direction than cosmetics and other personal products, including Sally Hansen Healing Butter for Lips. Though many of the contaminants and chemicals in cosmetics and personal care products probably present little risk, subjection to a few has been associated with serious health problems, such as cancer.