MAKEUP PRODUCTS (NON-PERMANENT)

Though many chemicals in cosmetic products pose very little or no danger, dozens have been linked with substantial medical problems, including cancer, and neurological harm. Cosmetic chemicals enter the body through the skin, inhalation, ingestion and internal use, and cause the same dangers as food chemicals, per this site.

Contaminants and chemicals linked to cancer are found in water, food, and lots of other commonly used items. However, no classification of consumer items is subject to less government oversight than cosmetics, including Smoothed Over Lipstick (Lotus). Although many of the chemicals and contaminants in cosmetics and personal care products in all likelihood present very little risk, subjection to some has been linked to significant health concerns, such as cancer.