A few days ago I was talking with a friend of mine who told me that he was impressed by the study that found lead in lipsticks, and asked if this study was confined to the lip or applied to other types of makeup . So I decided to investigate further, and actually lead is NOT only in the lip, as well as lead is not the only heavy metal that is found in different types of makeup. Unfortunately the study report does not specify which metals and how much are in each of the products analyzed, but simply indicates what percentage of products containing certain heavy metal, and what products are most and least number of heavy metals have . Although not as detailed as the other study, it is useful to get an idea of ​​what is in the makeup we use. Environmental Defense requested six Canadian women of different ages who identify five facial makeup products that will use regularly. Environmental Defense identified five other products. In total 49 products were analyzed (repeated some of the aforementioned), among these were 5 bases, 4 markers, 4 powders, blushes and bronzers 5, 7 mascara, eyeliner 2, 14 eye shadows, and 8 lipstick or lip gloss. The products were purchased at different locations in Toronto, and were sent to SGS laura mercier mineral powder Canada Inc., an accredited laboratory to analyze the products of heavy metals. Metals analyzed were arsenic, cadmium, lead, mercury, nickel, beryllium, thallium and selenium, the first 4 being the highest risk. Arsenic and its inorganic compounds are considered "human carcinogens" by the International Agency for Research on Cancer (Interacional Agency for Research on Cancer). Eliminate 50% of the arsenic in a period of 2-40 days, the rest tends to accumulate in the body. There is a discrepancy, this metal is prohibited in the cosmetic industry, however, it is said that the skin contact is not related to health effects. Today I'll talk a bit about the types of bases. Your skin type should be the most important factor when choosing your foundation. There are many different bases but the main ones. Liquid: This is ideal for mixed or oily skin, but can be used on any skin type. Recommended: HD Invisible Cover Foundation Makeup Forever, MAC Studio Fix Fluid, L'Oreal Infallible Makeup.