MAKEUP PRODUCTS (NON-PERMANENT)

While most chemicals in cosmetic products present minimal or zero danger, dozens have been associated with severe medical issues, such as developmental delays and cancer. Chemicals in cosmetics enter the body through ingestion, inhalation, and internal use, and lead to similar dangers as food chemicals, per this site.

Chemicals linked to cancer are found in food, water, and several other commonly used items. However, no category of consumer items is subject to less government management than cosmetics and other personal products, including The Porefessional: Pore Minimizing Makeup. Though many of the chemicals and contaminants in cosmetics and personal care products likely present very little risk, exposure to some has been linked to substantial health problems, including cancer.