MAKEUP PRODUCTS (NON-PERMANENT)

While many chemicals in cosmetic products present slight or absolutely no danger, some are associated to significant health conditions, such as cancer, reproductive and neurological harm, and developmental delays. Cosmetic chemicals gain entry to the body through the skin and inhalation, and pose the same dangers as food chemicals, per this site.

Contaminants and chemicals associated with cancer can be found in food, water, and various other commonly used goods. Yet, no group of consumer goods is subject to less government direction than cosmetics and other personal products, including COMPLEXION, EYE, LIP PALETTE. Though many of the contaminants and chemicals in cosmetics and personal care products likely present minimal risk, exposure to a few has been associated with significant health problems, including cancer.