MAKEUP PRODUCTS (NON-PERMANENT)

Although many chemicals in beauty products present very little or no threat, dozens are linked to considerable medical conditions, including neurological harm and cancer. Chemicals in cosmetics gain entry to the body through the skin and inhalation, and lead to similar dangers as food chemicals, per this site.

Chemicals and contaminants linked to cancer are found in water, food, and several other commonly used products. Still, no category of consumer products is subject to less government oversight than cosmetics and other personal products, including SMOKY EYESHADOW PALETTE (SOUL SEARCHING). Although many of the contaminants and chemicals in cosmetics almost certainly present little risk, being exposed to some is linked to substantial health issues, such as cancer.