MAKEUP PRODUCTS (NON-PERMANENT)

While the majority of chemicals in beauty products and cosmetics pose little or absolutely no risk, several have been associated to serious medical issues, including developmental delays and cancer. Chemicals in cosmetics enter a person's body through internal use, the skin, and inhalation, and cause similar risks as food chemicals, per this site.

Chemicals associated with cancer can be found in water, food, and lots of other commonly used items. However, no classification of consumer items is subject to less government management than cosmetics and other personal care products, including Elizabeth Arden Beautiful Color Highlighter. Although most of the contaminants and chemicals in cosmetics and personal care products most likely present very little risk, being exposed to some is associated with critical health conditions, such as cancer.