MAKEUP PRODUCTS (NON-PERMANENT)

Although the majority of chemicals in beauty products pose very little or no risk, several are linked to significant health problems, such as cancer, and neurological harm. Chemicals in cosmetics get into a person's body through the skin, inhalation, ingestion and internal use, and pose similar problems as food chemicals, per this site.

Contaminants and chemicals linked to cancer can be found in food and many other commonly used products. Yet, no type of consumer products is susceptible to less government oversight than cosmetics and other personal products, including Pure Matte Lips (Courtesy Call). Though most of the chemicals in cosmetics likely present little risk, subjection to some has been linked to significant health concerns, such as cancer.