MAKEUP PRODUCTS (NON-PERMANENT)

Though most chemicals in cosmetics present limited or zero threat, several have been associated to substantial health problems, such as developmental delays and cancer. Chemicals in cosmetics gain entry to the body through inhalation, ingestion, and the skin, and pose similar risks as food chemicals, per this site.

Contaminants and chemicals associated with cancer are found in food and a lot of other common goods. Still, no type of consumer goods is subject to less government oversight than cosmetics and other personal care products, including my eyeshadow (glitter) 9. Though most of the chemicals in cosmetics and personal care products likely pose little risk, subjection to a few is associated with critical health disorders, such as cancer.