C

Is Burt's Bees PFAS-free?

Across 57 graded products, Burt's Bees averages C (74/100). On disclosure, the brand says nothing publicly about PFAS. 50 of its products grade C or better. Grades are model-based estimates, not lab results.

Worth buying from Burt's Bees C or better, safest first

Burt's Bees Baby 5-Pack Organic Cotton Bibs

Burt's Bees

Baby 5-Pack Organic Cotton Bibs

100% organic cotton, no water-resistant treatment

A
B
PFASAll
A · Very low PFAS3 flags

Lower concern, organic cotton bibs with no water-resistant coating or finish.

OEKO-TEX Standard 100Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS)

Risky category by default

Burt's Bees Baby Organic Cotton Bandana Bibs

Burt's Bees

Baby Organic Cotton Bandana Bibs

Organic cotton, no added water-resistant or stain-resistant coatings

A
A
PFASAll
A · Very low PFAS2 flags

Lower concern; organic cotton bibs with no fluorinated treatments documented.

OEKO-TEX Standard 100GOTS (Global Organic Textile Standard)

Risky category by default

Burt's Bees Baby Organic Cotton Baby Bibs

Burt's Bees

Baby Organic Cotton Baby Bibs

Organic cotton (primary); no waterproof coating

A
B
PFASAll
A · Very low PFAS3 flags

Lower PFAS concern, organic cotton bibs with no water-repellent coating treatment mean no obvious fluorochemical drivers.

USDA OrganicOEKO-TEX Standard 100

Risky category by default

Burt's Bees Liquid Hand Soap

Burt's Bees

Liquid Hand Soap

Aqueous soap base, essential oils, plant extracts

A
B
PFASAll
A · Very low PFAS2 flags

Lower-concern choice, liquid hand soap formulation has no inherent need for PFAS.

Risky category by default

Burt's Bees Green Tea & Lemongrass Hand Soap

Burt's Bees

Green Tea & Lemongrass Hand Soap

aqueous soap base, natural plant extracts

A
B
PFASAll
A · Very low PFAS1 flag

Lower-concern hand soap; no PFAS-prone formulation or coating identified.

Risky category by default

Burt's Bees 100% Natural Nourishing Mascara, Black Brown

Burt's Bees

100% Natural Nourishing Mascara, Black Brown

Wax, pigments, natural oils (typical mascara base)

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower concern, conventional mascara formula with no known PFAS drivers, but zero transparency from brand.

Risky category by default

Burt's Bees Lip Gloss

Burt's Bees

Lip Gloss

Wax, oils, and natural emollients (typical formulation)

C
C
PFASAll
C · Moderate1 flag

Lower PFAS concern; traditional cosmetic with no known fluorochemical triggers.

Risky category by default

BURT'S BEES/LIP SHINE

Burt's Bees

/LIP SHINE

Natural waxes, oils, and plant-based emollients (beeswax-based lip balm)

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower concern, natural wax lip balm with no known PFAS-prone ingredients or treatments.

Risky category by default

Burt's Bees Gloss and Glow Glossy Balm

Burt's Bees

Gloss and Glow Glossy Balm

Wax-based balm (beeswax, plant oils, minimal synthetic content)

C
C
PFASAll
C · Moderate1 flag

Lower-concern cosmetic; no PFAS triggers identified, but brand makes no explicit claim.

Risky category by default

Burt's Bees Suede Splash Lipstick

Burt's Bees

Suede Splash Lipstick

Wax, oils, pigments, beeswax base

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower concern; traditional lipstick formula with no known PFAS trigger materials.

Risky category by default

BURT'S BEES LIPSTICK

Burt's Bees

LIPSTICK

wax, oils, pigments, natural base

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower PFAS concern; traditional cosmetic formulation with no known triggers.

Risky category by default

BURT'S BEES Lip Shimmer

Burt's Bees

Lip Shimmer

Natural waxes, oils, and pigments (beeswax, jojoba oil, mineral mica)

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower PFAS concern, natural lip colorant with no waterproofing claims or synthetic coatings typical of PFAS use.

Risky category by default

Burt s Bees Body Wash

Burt's Bees

Burt s Bees Body Wash

Water-based liquid cleanser with botanical extracts

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower PFAS concern for a basic liquid body wash; no known PFAS triggers.

Risky category by default

Burt's Bees Baby Bee Fragrance Free Shampoo Wash

Burt's Bees

Baby Bee Fragrance Free Shampoo Wash

Water, plant-derived cleansers, glycerin, botanical extracts

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower PFAS concern; traditional liquid cleanser without water-repellent or nonstick features.

Risky category by default

Burt's Bees Baby Bee Shampoo & Wash

Burt's Bees

Baby Bee Shampoo & Wash

water, plant-derived cleansing agents, glycerin, natural oils

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower PFAS concern for a rinse-off baby wash; no intentional water-repellent or nonstick chemistry expected.

Risky category by default

Burt's Bees Baby Shampoo and Baby Wash Refill

Burt's Bees

Baby Shampoo and Baby Wash Refill

aqueous liquid soap formulation in recycled plastic refill pouch

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower PFAS concern; typical baby wash without known fluorochemical additives, but brand makes no formal disclosure.

Risky category by default

Burt's Bees Baby Calming Shampoo Wash

Burt's Bees

Baby Calming Shampoo Wash

aqueous liquid cosmetic (surfactants, water, botanical extracts)

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate4 flags

Lower concern; liquid baby shampoo lacks typical PFAS application vectors.

Risky category by default

Burt's Bees Baby Foaming Shampoo & Wash

Burt's Bees

Baby Foaming Shampoo & Wash

water-based formula, botanical extracts

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate4 flags

Lower concern, liquid baby wash unlikely to contain PFAS, but brand offers no explicit commitment.

Risky category by default

Burt's Bees Baby Bee Shampoo & Body Wash

Burt's Bees

Baby Bee Shampoo & Body Wash

water-based shampoo/wash, plant oils, botanical extracts

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower PFAS concern; typical rinse-off cosmetic with no known PFAS triggers.

Risky category by default

Burt’s Bees Energizing Body Wash Citrus & Ginger 12 Fl Oz.

Burt's Bees

Burt’s Bees Energizing Body Wash Citrus & Ginger 12 Fl Oz.

aqueous surfactant solution, plant-derived actives, water-based formula

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower PFAS concern; liquid body wash formulation unlikely to require fluorinated additives.

Risky category by default

Burt's Bees Calming Day Lotion SPF 30

Burt's Bees

Calming Day Lotion SPF 30

water-in-oil emulsion base; mineral/mica filters (SPF 30 active)

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower-concern cosmetic; no known PFAS use, but brand offers no explicit confirmation.

Risky category by default

BB Cream SPF 15 Burt's Bees

Burt's Bees

BB Cream SPF 15 Burt's Bees

Water-based emulsion with mineral sunscreen (zinc oxide/titanium dioxide) and botanical extracts

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower concern, conventional cosmetic formula with no known PFAS-prone ingredients, but Burt's Bees does not publicly commit to PFAS-free sourcing.

Risky category by default

Burt's Bees SPF 30 Lip Balm

Burt's Bees

SPF 30 Lip Balm

beeswax, oils, natural wax blend

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower concern; lip balm formulas rarely require PFAS, but brand offers no explicit statement.

Risky category by default

Burt's Bees Sunscreen SPF 30

Burt's Bees

Sunscreen SPF 30

mineral sunscreen (zinc oxide/titanium dioxide) in lotion base

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower PFAS concern; mineral sunscreens rarely require water-resistant coatings that trigger PFAS use.

Risky category by default

Burt's Bees Sensitive Gentle Day Lotion

Burt's Bees

Sensitive Gentle Day Lotion

Water, glycerin, botanical extracts, emollients

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower-concern formula; no known PFAS-prone ingredients, but brand silence on PFAS practices leaves a small gap.

Risky category by default

Burt's Bees Renewal Firming Day Lotion SPF 30

Burt's Bees

Renewal Firming Day Lotion SPF 30

water-based emulsion lotion with mineral sunscreen (zinc oxide)

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower PFAS concern; conventional lotion formula without known water-repellent coating or waterproofing triggers.

Risky category by default

Daily Defense SPF 30 Moisturizer

Burt's Bees

Daily Defense SPF 30 Moisturizer

water-based emulsion, mineral sunscreen actives, plant oils

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower concern; mineral sunscreen cosmetics rarely use PFAS, but Burt's Bees offers no public disclosure either way.

Risky category by default

Avene Mineral Multi-Defense Sunscreen Fluid

Burt's Bees

Avene Mineral Multi-Defense Sunscreen Fluid

mineral sunscreen (likely zinc oxide/titanium dioxide), fluid base

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower PFAS concern; mineral UV filters are inherently low-risk, but no public disclosure or testing data.

Risky category by default

Burt's Bees Naturally Clean Hand Soap

Burt's Bees

Naturally Clean Hand Soap

water, plant-based cleansing agents, glycerin

C
C
PFASAll
C · Moderate1 flag

Lower concern, simple liquid soap formula has minimal PFAS risk, but brand makes no public commitment.

Risky category by default

Burt's Bees Liquid Hand Soap Sea Salt Neroli

Burt's Bees

Liquid Hand Soap Sea Salt Neroli

aqueous solution with plant-derived surfactants

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower concern, liquid soap has no water-repellent coating or stain-resist triggers; no public PFAS testing found.

Risky category by default

Burt's Bees Naturally Clean Hand Soap with Lavender and Honey

Burt's Bees

Naturally Clean Hand Soap with Lavender and Honey

water, glycerin, soap base, plant extracts

C
C
PFASAll
C · Moderate1 flag

Lower PFAS concern; liquid hand soap rarely requires water-repellent coating or stain-resist coatings.

Risky category by default

(1) Burts Bees Citrus & Lemongrass Hand Soap 7.5 Fl Oz Burt’s

Burt's Bees

(1) Burts Bees Citrus & Lemongrass Hand Soap 7.5 Fl Oz Burt’s

aqueous soap base, essential oils, glycerin

C
C
PFASAll
C · Moderate1 flag

Lower concern; Burt's Bees hand soap has no obvious PFAS markers and uses traditional soap chemistry.

Risky category by default

Burt's Bees Wild Honeysuckle Foaming Hand Soap

Burt's Bees

Wild Honeysuckle Foaming Hand Soap

water-based surfactant blend, natural essential oils

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower concern, typical foaming soap with no known PFAS vectors, but brand makes no public commitment.

Risky category by default

Burt's Bees Foaming Sweet Clementine Hand Soap

Burt's Bees

Foaming Sweet Clementine Hand Soap

Water, plant-derived surfactants, glycerin

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower concern, liquid hand soap formulation carries minimal PFAS risk.

Risky category by default

Burt's Bees Natural Skin Care Shave Cream

Burt's Bees

Natural Skin Care Shave Cream

Water, plant oils, glycerin, soap base

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower PFAS concern, natural formulation without known waterproofing, stain-resistance, or nonstick coatings.

Risky category by default

Burt s Bees Cooling Shave Cream Men 5

Burt's Bees

Burt s Bees Cooling Shave Cream Men 5

Water-based cream base with natural oils and glycerin

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower concern for PFAS; typical personal-care formulation without high-risk coatings or treatments.

Risky category by default

Burt's Bees Men's Shave Cream 6 oz 2 pk

Burt's Bees

Men's Shave Cream 6 oz 2 pk

Water, natural oils, plant-derived emulsifiers, minimal synthetic additives

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower PFAS concern, a simple topical shave cream with no functional need for PFAS chemistry.

Risky category by default

Burt's Bees Cooling Shave Cream For Men Aloe Hemp Seed Oil 5 Oz

Burt's Bees

Cooling Shave Cream For Men Aloe Hemp Seed Oil 5 Oz

cream base (emulsified water, oils, botanical extracts)

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower-concern cosmetic; no known PFAS triggers, but brand transparency is absent.

Risky category by default

Lot of 2 Burt's Bees For Men Cooling Shave Cream 5oz

Burt's Bees

Lot of 2 Burt's Bees For Men Cooling Shave Cream 5oz

Water-based cream; standard cosmetic emulsifiers and natural oils

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower concern, standard cosmetic cream with no known PFAS triggers, but no explicit brand verification.

Risky category by default

Burt's Bees Cooling Shave Cream for Men, 5 Ounce -- 18 per case

Burt's Bees

Cooling Shave Cream for Men, 5 Ounce -- 18 per case

water-based cream (soap, glycerin, essential oils)

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower PFAS concern; typical rinse-off cosmetic with no high-risk coatings or water-resistant claims.

Risky category by default

Burt's Bees Natural Skin Care For Men Shave Cream 1 Bottle 6oz

Burt's Bees

Natural Skin Care For Men Shave Cream 1 Bottle 6oz

Water-based cream emulsion; typical cosmetic preservatives and stabilizers

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower concern, cosmetic cream with no known PFAS drivers, but Burt's Bees offers no public PFAS transparency.

Risky category by default

Burt's Bees Men's Natural Skin Care Shave Cream

Burt's Bees

Men's Natural Skin Care Shave Cream

Water-based cream with natural botanicals (beeswax, plant oils)

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower concern, no PFAS-typical triggers, but brand offers no transparency.

Risky category by default

Burt's Bees Aloe & Witch Hazel Hand Sanitizer

Burt's Bees

Aloe & Witch Hazel Hand Sanitizer

Water, aloe vera, witch hazel extract, glycerin, alcohol denaturant

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower PFAS concern, liquid hand sanitizer with common natural ingredients; no documented risk.

Risky category by default

Burt's Bees Naturally Clean Hand Kit

Burt's Bees

Naturally Clean Hand Kit

hand soap, lotions, natural plant-based waxes

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower PFAS concern; cosmetics kit with no known fluorinated coatings or water-repellent treatments.

Risky category by default

Eucalyptus Refill 2-Pack

Burt's Bees

Eucalyptus Refill 2-Pack

Eucalyptus oil, plant-derived cosmetic base

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate5 flags

Lower PFAS concern, simple personal care product with no PFAS-prone ingredients or treatment typical.

Risky category by default

The Naked Bee Orange Blossom Honey Hand Sanitizer

Burt's Bees

The Naked Bee Orange Blossom Honey Hand Sanitizer

aqueous hand sanitizer (alcohol, honey extract, botanical oils)

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate4 flags

Lower concern for PFAS; typical rinse-off cosmetic with no documented PFAS triggers.

Risky category by default

Bergamot Refill

Burt's Bees

Bergamot Refill

Essential oil + natural aromatics in paper/cardboard refill

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower concern; simple cosmetic refill with no PFAS-typical triggers.

Risky category by default

Hand Sanitizer Moisturizing & Sanitizing Spray with Citrus Essential Oils

Burt's Bees

Hand Sanitizer Moisturizing & Sanitizing Spray with Citrus Essential Oils

Water, alcohol, essential oils, emollients (typical hand sanitizer formulation)

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower PFAS concern; typical cosmetic spray with no known water-repellent coating or stain-resist triggers.

Risky category by default

Hand Sanitizer Spray - Grapefruit 17.5 oz

Burt's Bees

Hand Sanitizer Spray - Grapefruit 17.5 oz

Ethanol-based liquid spray; no Teflon-family coating or water-resistance treatment typical

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate4 flags

Lower concern, no known PFAS application in hand sanitizer formulations, but brand makes no explicit claim.

Risky category by default

Hand Sanitizer Spray

Burt's Bees

Hand Sanitizer Spray

Alcohol (ethanol), water, plant-based emollients

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower PFAS concern for typical hand sanitizer formulation; no known high-risk ingredients flagged.

Risky category by default

Graded and flagged D and F, we’d swap these

Burt's Bees Baby Set of 4 Bee Essentials Lap Shoulder Bibs

Burt's Bees

Baby Set of 4 Bee Essentials Lap Shoulder Bibs

100% cotton with polyester binding

D
D · Elevated

Lower PFAS concern; basic cotton bibs with no water-repellent coating or stain-resistant treatment typical of this category.

Risky category by default

Burt's Bees Baby Lap Shoulder Bibs

Burt's Bees

Baby Lap Shoulder Bibs

organic cotton

D
D · Elevated

Lower-concern choice; simple cotton bibs with no known PFAS-prone treatments.

Risky category by default

Burt's Bees Baby Blossom Bibs

Burt's Bees

Baby Blossom Bibs

cotton/organic cotton fabric, no water-resistant finish

D
D · Elevated

Lower PFAS concern, simple cotton bibs without water treatment, but Burt's Bees offers no public PFAS transparency.

Risky category by default

Burt's Bees Baby Golden Bee Bibs Five-Piece Set

Burt's Bees

Baby Golden Bee Bibs Five-Piece Set

100% organic cotton

D
D · Elevated

Lower-concern baby bibs, plain cotton fabric, no water-resistant treatment typical of PFAS risk.

Risky category by default

Burt's Bees Baby Girls Whimsical Printed Lap-Shoulder Bibs

Burt's Bees

Baby Girls Whimsical Printed Lap-Shoulder Bibs

100% cotton knit fabric, no waterproofing or stain treatment mentioned

D
D · Elevated

Lower-concern choice, plain cotton bibs with no water/stain treatments that would typically trigger PFAS use.

Risky category by default

Burt's Bees Natural Nourishing Mascara

Burt's Bees

Natural Nourishing Mascara

Wax, oils, and pigments (waterproof mascara base)

F
F · High PFAS

Lower concern than synthetic waterproof cosmetics, but no PFAS disclosure, use with modest caution.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

BURT'S BEES All Aflutter Waterproof Mascara

Burt's Bees

All Aflutter Waterproof Mascara

waterproof film-forming polymer coating (unspecified)

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until ingredient transparency improves; waterproof cosmetics carry PFAS risk but Burt's Bees does not disclose coating chemistry.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

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