D

Is Chanel PFAS-free?

Across 32 graded products, Chanel averages D (66/100). On disclosure, the brand says nothing publicly about PFAS. 22 of its products grade C or better. Grades are model-based estimates, not lab results.

Worth buying from Chanel C or better, safest first

Chanel Le Vernis Nail

Chanel

Le Vernis Nail

nitrocellulose, plasticizers, resins (typical nail lacquer)

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower PFAS concern for typical nail polish; Chanel has not disclosed PFAS use or testing.

Risky category by default

Chanel Le Gel Coat Longwear Top Coat

Chanel

Le Gel Coat Longwear Top Coat

Polymeric film-forming resin (acrylate-based)

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate4 flags

Lower-concern cosmetic product; typical nail lacquer formulation unlikely to contain PFAS, but Chanel has not publicly disclosed PFAS status.

Risky category by default

CHANEL Le Vernis La Base Camélia - One size

Chanel

Le Vernis La Base Camélia - One size

Nail polish base coat with typical resins and solvents

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate4 flags

Lower PFAS concern for typical nail polish, but Chanel does not disclose PFAS status.

Risky category by default

Bleu de Chanel Deodorant Stick

Chanel

Bleu de Chanel Deodorant Stick

Aluminum-based stick; wax, stearate, and fragrance blend

C
C
PFASAll
C · Moderate1 flag

Lower-concern category; no known PFAS triggers, but Chanel does not disclose formulation details.

Risky category by default

CHANEL Platinum Égoïste Deodorant Stick

Chanel

Platinum Égoïste Deodorant Stick

Stick deodorant base (wax/oil blend typical for cosmetics)

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower concern for typical deodorant stick; no known PFAS use in cosmetic formulations of this type.

Risky category by default

CHANEL N°5 The Deodorant Fragrance

Chanel

N°5 The Deodorant Fragrance

Alcohol, fragrance compounds, propellant in aerosol deodorant

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower PFAS concern for typical fragrance deodorant; no known PFAS-prone chemistry, but Chanel provides no transparency.

Risky category by default

Chanel Égoïste Deodorant Stick

Chanel

Égoïste Deodorant Stick

Aluminum stick deodorant with fragrance and cosmetic wax base

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower concern; conventional stick deodorant with no known PFAS drivers, but Chanel discloses nothing.

Risky category by default

Chanel Coco Mademoiselle Deodorant Spray

Chanel

Coco Mademoiselle Deodorant Spray

alcohol, fragrance, propellant spray

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower PFAS concern; standard aerosol fragrance with no identified risk factors.

Risky category by default

Chanel Bleu De Deodorant Spray

Chanel

Bleu De Deodorant Spray

Aerosol spray fragrance (alcohol base, fragrance compounds, propellant)

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower concern, typical fragrance spray with no known PFAS-prone ingredients, but no disclosure from brand.

Risky category by default

Chanel Pour Monsieur Deodorant Stick

Chanel

Pour Monsieur Deodorant Stick

Aluminum-based stick with typical cosmetic waxes and pigments

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower concern; typical cosmetic deodorant stick with no known PFAS-prone formulation.

Risky category by default

Chanel Allure Homme Sport Deodorant Stick

Chanel

Allure Homme Sport Deodorant Stick

Alcohol denat., propylene glycol, fragrance blend, talc/mineral powders (typical deodorant stick formulation)

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate4 flags

Lower PFAS concern, typical formulation, but Chanel provides no transparency on intentional PFAS use.

Risky category by default

CHANEL Rouge Coco Hydra Gloss

Chanel

Rouge Coco Hydra Gloss

Wax, oils, emollients (typical lip gloss base)

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower-concern cosmetic; no red flags identified, but Chanel discloses nothing about PFAS.

Risky category by default

Chanel Rouge Coco Flash

Chanel

Rouge Coco Flash

pigments, waxes, emollients, polymeric film-formers

C
C
PFASAll
C · Moderate1 flag

Lower PFAS concern for a color cosmetic; no published PFAS detection; keep expectations modest.

Risky category by default

Rouge Coco Baume Hydrating Tinted Lip Balm Chanel

Chanel

Rouge Coco Baume Hydrating Tinted Lip Balm Chanel

waxes, oils, pigments, emollients (typical lip balm base)

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower-concern product; lip balms rarely require PFAS, but Chanel does not disclose.

Risky category by default

Chanel Rouge Coco Gloss

Chanel

Rouge Coco Gloss

Silicone oil, waxes, pigments, polymers

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower PFAS concern; cosmetic lip gloss formulations rarely require fluorinated ingredients.

Risky category by default

CHANEL ULTRA LE TEINT Concealer

Chanel

ULTRA LE TEINT Concealer

Liquid foundation with silicones, pigments, and waxes

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower concern; standard cosmetic formula without known PFAS triggers.

Risky category by default

Chanel Les Beiges Natural Healthy Glow Serum Concealer

Chanel

Les Beiges Natural Healthy Glow Serum Concealer

liquid serum concealer, typical cosmetic emulsion

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Typical liquid cosmetic. No PFAS red flags identified in standard formulation.

Risky category by default

CHANEL Les Beiges Water- Fresh Complexion Touch

Chanel

Les Beiges Water- Fresh Complexion Touch

Water-based liquid foundation with pigments and polymers

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower concern cosmetic. No known PFAS triggers detected.

Risky category by default

CHANEL Sublimage Le Correcteur Yeux Radiance-Generating Concealing Eye Care

Chanel

Sublimage Le Correcteur Yeux Radiance-Generating Concealing Eye Care

emulsion base with silicones and mineral pigments

C
C
PFASAll
C · Moderate1 flag

Cosmetic cream with no known PFAS concern, but lacks transparency.

Risky category by default

CHANEL N° De Chanel Skin Enhancer Boosts Radiance Evens Perfects

Chanel

N° De Chanel Skin Enhancer Boosts Radiance Evens Perfects

liquid cosmetic foundation, likely pigments, silicones, glycerin, water base

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower concern. Cosmetic liquid foundation rarely uses intentional PFAS.

Risky category by default

Chanel Les Beiges Eau de Teint Water Fresh Tint

Chanel

Les Beiges Eau de Teint Water Fresh Tint

Water-based liquid foundation with mineral pigments and glycerin

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower concern. Liquid cosmetic with no known PFAS-prone ingredients.

Risky category by default

ULTRA LE TEINT LE CORRECTEUR Ultrawear All-Day Comfort Flawless Finish Concealer

Chanel

ULTRA LE TEINT LE CORRECTEUR Ultrawear All-Day Comfort Flawless Finish Concealer

Pigments, silicones, and mineral fillers in liquid emulsion base

C
C
PFASAll
C · Moderate1 flag

No known PFAS use. Concealer formulas typically lack waterproofing triggers.

Risky category by default

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

Le Vernis Longwear Nail Colour Chanel Nail Polish 0.4 Oz

Chanel

Le Vernis Longwear Nail Colour Chanel Nail Polish 0.4 Oz

nitrocellulose, plasticizers, film-forming polymers (standard nail lacquer)

D
D · Elevated

Lower concern than waterproof cosmetics, but no public PFAS disclosure from Chanel, proceed with caution if PFAS-free matters to you.

Risky category by default

CHANEL Le Vernis Longwear Nail Colour - One size

Chanel

Le Vernis Longwear Nail Colour - One size

nitrocellulose lacquer-based nail polish with resins and plasticizers

D
D · Elevated

No public PFAS disclosure from Chanel; nail polish formulae not typically PFAS-heavy but opacity remains.

Risky category by default

CHANEL LE VERNIS Nail Polish

Chanel

LE VERNIS Nail Polish

Nitrocellulose, plasticizers, resins (typical nail lacquer)

D
D · Elevated

Skip until Chanel discloses PFAS status or third-party testing; nail polish formulae remain opaque.

Risky category by default

Chanel Le Vernis Nail Polish Morning Rose Limited Edition

Chanel

Le Vernis Nail Polish Morning Rose Limited Edition

Nitrocellulose lacquer base with pigments and resins

D
D · Elevated

Lower concern than many cosmetics, but no public PFAS transparency from Chanel.

Risky category by default

Chanel Nail Polish *read*

Chanel

Nail Polish *read*

Nitrocellulose, plasticizers, resins, pigments

D
D · Elevated

No public PFAS data available; typical nail polish formulations have low inherent PFAS risk but Chanel does not disclose.

Risky category by default

Chanel Le Rouge Duo Ultra Tenue Liquid Lip Colour

Chanel

Le Rouge Duo Ultra Tenue Liquid Lip Colour

liquid pigment suspension with film-forming polymers, waterproof topcoat

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until Chanel discloses waterproof treatment composition.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

CHANEL Rouge Allure Laque Ultrawear Shine Liquid Lip Colour

Chanel

Rouge Allure Laque Ultrawear Shine Liquid Lip Colour

liquid lacquer lip colour with film-forming resins, likely acrylates or silicones

F
F · High PFAS

Moderate uncertainty, liquid lip lacquers often use waterproof resins; Chanel discloses nothing about PFAS.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

CHANEL LE ROUGE DUO ULTRA TENUE Ultrawear Liquid Lip Colour, Pink, 0.26 FL. OZ., Lipstick,Liquid

Chanel

LE ROUGE DUO ULTRA TENUE Ultrawear Liquid Lip Colour, Pink, 0.26 FL. OZ., Lipstick,Liquid

liquid lipstick base with film-forming polymers and waterproofing agents

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until brand discloses waterproofing chemistry, liquid lipstick durability often relies on fluorinated coatings.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

CHANEL Rouge Allure Liquid Velvet Ultrawear Intense Matte Liquid Lip Colour

Chanel

Rouge Allure Liquid Velvet Ultrawear Intense Matte Liquid Lip Colour

silicones, film-formers, water-resistant polymers (typical matte liquid lipstick base)

F
F · High PFAS

Skip if PFAS-concern matters to you; Chanel discloses nothing, waterproof liquid lipsticks often use fluorinated polymers.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Le Correcteur de Chanel Longwear Concealer

Chanel

Le Correcteur de Chanel Longwear Concealer

Liquid concealer with waterproof/longwear film-forming polymers

F
F · High PFAS

Waterproof cosmetics often use PFAS.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

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