MAKEUP PRODUCTS (NON-PERMANENT)

While most chemicals in beauty products and cosmetics pose limited or no risk, dozens have been associated with severe health conditions, including cancer, reproductive and neurological harm, and developmental delays. Cosmetic chemicals can enter a person's body through the skin, inhalation, ingestion and internal use, and lead to similar problems as food chemicals, per this site.

Chemicals and contaminants associated with cancer are found in food, water, and several other common items. But, no area of consumer items is subject to less government management than cosmetics, including Mineral Matte Shadow. Though most of the contaminants and chemicals in cosmetics most likely present very little risk, subjection to a few has been associated with substantial health concerns, such as cancer.