MAKEUP PRODUCTS (NON-PERMANENT)

Though many chemicals in beauty products pose limited or absolutely no threat, some have been linked with severe health problems, including cancer, reproductive and neurological harm, and developmental delays. Cosmetic chemicals get into your body through the skin and inhalation, and pose the same problems as food chemicals, per this site.

Contaminants and chemicals associated with cancer are found in food and a lot of other commonly used items. However, no classification of consumer items is subject to less government management than cosmetics, including Lipstick. Although most of the contaminants and chemicals in cosmetics and personal care products most likely pose little risk, being exposed to some is associated with worrying health issues, including cancer.