Beware ladies, heavy makeup causes cancer

A dermatologist, Mrs Ayopo Adeyemi, warned women against the
use of heavy makeup, saying it aggravates skin problems.

Adeyemi said on Monday in Lagos that the use of heavy makeup
could lead to skin irritation, allergies and even skin cancer.

 She said that excessive makeup was usually used by women to
cover skin problems like pimples, allergies, patches, scars, dark circles,
boils and wrinkles.

The expert, however, warned that this could aggravate the
problems if care is not taken. Adeyemi added that the harmful effects of makeup
were not limited to skin related issues, but also varieties of other health
challenges.

“Lipsticks, Kajal sticks and eye-shadows, for example, are
known to contain lead, carcinogen and neurotoxin that can affect the nervous
system adversely, leading to high blood-pressure, allergies, behavioural
abnormalities and even decreased rates of fertility.” She explained that some
chemical preservatives used in many cosmetics were hazardous.

”Using too much product on your skin will eventually further
the wrinkles, lines and spots you are attempting to conceal, and ultimately
make you look older than you actually are,” she said.

The dermatologist said that it was imperative that makeup
enthusiasts indulge in proper cleaning regime to remove all traces of chemicals
from the skin. “There are plenty of face washes, cleansers and scrubs available
in the market to choose from.”

She advised women to use natural facial treatments like
cucumber, tomatoes, honey, eggs instead of using unsafe products.