MAKEUP PRODUCTS (NON-PERMANENT)

While many chemicals in cosmetics pose very little or zero threat, dozens have been linked with severe medical conditions, including developmental delays and cancer. Chemicals in cosmetics invade the body through the skin, inhalation, ingestion and internal use, and cause similar problems as food chemicals, per this site.

Chemicals and contaminants associated with cancer are found in water, food, and a lot of other common goods. Yet, no area of consumer goods is susceptible to less government inspection than cosmetics, including WATERPROOF MASCARA. Though many of the chemicals in cosmetics very likely pose minimal risk, being exposed to some is associated with critical health issues, including cancer.