C

Is Makeup Forever Ultra HD PFAS-free?

Across 8 graded products, Makeup Forever Ultra HD averages C (74/100). On disclosure, the brand says nothing publicly about PFAS. 7 of its products grade C or better. Grades are model-based estimates, not lab results.

Worth buying from Makeup Forever Ultra HD C or better, safest first

Make Up For Ever Ultra HD Microfinishing Pressed Powder

Makeup Forever Ultra HD

Make Up For Ever Ultra HD Microfinishing Pressed Powder

talc, mica, pigments, binders (mineral powder base)

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower concern; typical mineral powder formula with no known PFAS triggers, but brand silent on supply chain.

Risky category by default

Make Up For Ever HD Skin Setting Powder

Makeup Forever Ultra HD

Make Up For Ever HD Skin Setting Powder

Talc, mica, silica, mineral powder base

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower concern, mineral powder formulation carries minimal PFAS risk, but no independent verification.

Risky category by default

Make Up For Ever HD Skin Perfecting Pressed Powder

Makeup Forever Ultra HD

Make Up For Ever HD Skin Perfecting Pressed Powder

talc, mica, iron oxides, silicones (typical pressed powder base)

C
C
PFASAll
C · Moderate1 flag

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

Risky category by default

Make Up For Ever Ultra HD Setting Powder

Makeup Forever Ultra HD

Make Up For Ever Ultra HD Setting Powder

talc, mica, silica (mineral powder base)

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower PFAS concern than waterproof cosmetics, but no public testing or disclosure.

Risky category by default

MAKEUP FOREVER Ultra HD Microfinishing Pressed Powder Large / Banana

Makeup Forever Ultra HD

Microfinishing Pressed Powder Large / Banana

Talc-based pressed powder with mineral pigments

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower PFAS risk profile; standard cosmetic powder without known trigger formulations.

Risky category by default

Make Up For Ever Ultra HD Matte Setting Powder

Makeup Forever Ultra HD

Make Up For Ever Ultra HD Matte Setting Powder

Talc, silica, and pigments (powder base)

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower concern; typical pressed powder without known PFAS triggers, but no transparency.

Risky category by default

Make Up For Ever HD Skin Perfecting Loose Powder

Makeup Forever Ultra HD

Make Up For Ever HD Skin Perfecting Loose Powder

Talc and mineral pigments (loose powder)

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower PFAS concern for a mineral-based loose powder; no waterproofing or stain treatment required.

Risky category by default

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

HD Skin Matte Velvet Powder Foundation Make Up For Ever

Makeup Forever Ultra HD

HD Skin Matte Velvet Powder Foundation Make Up For Ever

talc, mica, iron oxides, silicones

D
D · Elevated

Powder foundation carries minimal inherent PFAS risk, but brand silence on formulation leaves room for concern.

Risky category by default

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