A scary new study hit the web this week. According to researchers, more than 32-brands of popular lipstick have been discovered to contain carcinogens. Researchers say the lipstick(s) in question were found to contain things like iron, aluminum, chromium, and lead. U.C Berkeley was first to uncover the frightening find.
Average users who apply lipstick 1-4 times a day are at risk of overexposure to chromium, a carcinogen that has been linked to stomach tumors.
Users who apply their favorite lipstick more than 14 times a day, are at risk of overexposure to aluminum, cadmium and other dangerous carcinogens.
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