Is Neutrogena Ultra Sheer PFAS-free?
Across 8 graded products, Neutrogena Ultra Sheer averages F (47/100). On disclosure, the brand says nothing publicly about PFAS. 3 of its products grade C or better. Grades are model-based estimates, not lab results.
Worth buying from Neutrogena Ultra Sheer C or better, safest first
Neutrogena Ultra Sheer
Face Liquid Mineral Sunscreen
mineral sunscreen (zinc oxide/titanium dioxide)
Lower concern; mineral sunscreens typically avoid PFAS, but Neutrogena makes no public disclosure.
⚠Risky category by default
Neutrogena Ultra Sheer
Face Serum SPF 60+
Water-based emulsion with mineral sunscreen (presumed zinc oxide/titanium dioxide)
Lower-concern product; Neutrogena has not disclosed PFAS use in this sunscreen serum formula.
⚠Risky category by default
Neutrogena Ultra Sheer
Body Mist Sunscreen Spray SPF
Water-based spray emulsion (propellant aerosol)
Lower-concern cosmetic; sunscreen sprays rarely require PFAS, but aerosol propellants are worth confirming.
⚠Risky category by default
Graded and flagged D and F, we’d swap these
Neutrogena Ultra Sheer
Dry Touch SPF Sunscreen
Water-resistant emulsion (avobenzone, octinoxate, dimethicone)
Lower concern, but waterproofing chemistry unknown, transparency gap.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Neutrogena Ultra Sheer
Invisible Gel Face Sunscreen SPF 40
gel sunscreen with water-resistant silicone polymers
Waterproof sunscreen formulas carry PFAS risk, Neutrogena makes no disclosure; request ingredient transparency before purchase.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Neutrogena Ultra Sheer
Dry-Touch Sunscreen Lotion
Lotion base with water-resistant/waterproof polymer treatment
Skip until Neutrogena discloses waterproofing chemistry or commits to PFAS-free formulation.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Neutrogena Ultra Sheer
Dry-Touch Sunscreen SPF 45 Value Pack
Water-resistant sunscreen lotion (organic/mineral UV filters, waterproofing agents unspecified)
Skip until Neutrogena discloses waterproofing chemistry, PFAS use in sunscreen waterproofing is industry-known but unconfirmed here.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Neutrogena Ultra Sheer
Spf 60 Face Sunscreen Stick
water-resistant stick sunscreen (likely silica/wax base with unknown water-repellent coating)
Skip until Neutrogena discloses waterproofing chemistry, silent stance on PFAS in water-resistant cosmetics raises concern.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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