MAKEUP PRODUCTS (NON-PERMANENT)

Although many chemicals in cosmetic products pose limited or no threat, dozens are associated with severe medical issues, including developmental delays and cancer. Cosmetic chemicals gain entry to the body through ingestion, inhalation, and internal use, and pose similar problems as food chemicals, per this site.

Contaminants and chemicals linked to cancer are found in food and many other commonly used goods. Yet, no type of consumer goods is susceptible to less government oversight than cosmetics, including Caramel Melange (182 oC). Though most of the chemicals and contaminants in cosmetics and personal care products most likely pose very little risk, being exposed to some is linked to worrying health conditions, such as cancer.