MAKEUP PRODUCTS (NON-PERMANENT)

Although the majority of chemicals in beauty products present slight or zero threat, several dozen have been linked to substantial health problems, including cancer, reproductive and neurological harm, and developmental delays. Chemicals in cosmetics gain entry to the body through the skin, inhalation, ingestion and internal use, and lead to the same problems as food chemicals, per this site.

Chemicals and contaminants linked to cancer are found in water, food, and several other commonly used items. Yet, no category of consumer items is susceptible to less government oversight than cosmetics and other personal products, including Melody Eyeshadow (Cocoon Of Doubt). Although most of the chemicals in cosmetics most likely present minimal risk, exposure to some is linked to critical health problems, such as cancer.