C

Is Vanicream PFAS-free?

Across 15 graded products, Vanicream averages C (74/100). On disclosure, the brand says nothing publicly about PFAS. 14 of its products grade C or better. Grades are model-based estimates, not lab results.

Worth buying from Vanicream C or better, safest first

Vanicream Shampoo

Vanicream

Shampoo

aqueous surfactant base, mineral oil, glycerin

A
B
PFASAll
A · Very low PFAS1 flag

Lower-concern shampoo; no known PFAS triggers, but brand offers no explicit assurance.

Risky category by default

Vanicream Facial Moisturizer Broad Spectrum SPF 30

Vanicream

Facial Moisturizer Broad Spectrum SPF 30

water-based moisturizer with zinc oxide UV filter

A
B
PFASAll
A · Very low PFAS2 flags

Lower PFAS concern, typical emulsified moisturizer with mineral sunscreen, no obvious PFAS triggers.

Risky category by default

Vanicream Shampoo and Conditioner Combo Pack

Vanicream

Shampoo and Conditioner Combo Pack

aqueous shampoo and conditioner base (water, cleansers, conditioners)

C
C
PFASAll
C · Moderate

Lower concern; no known PFAS triggers in typical shampoo/conditioner formulas.

Risky category by default

Vanicream Dandruff Shampoo

Vanicream

Dandruff Shampoo

aqueous shampoo base with standard surfactants and conditioning agents

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower-concern choice for a rinse-off product, but no affirmative PFAS commitment.

Risky category by default

Vanicream Shampoo and Conditioner Set

Vanicream

Shampoo and Conditioner Set

aqueous shampoo and conditioner base (surfactants, humectants, polymers)

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

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

Risky category by default

Vanicream Shampoo for Sensitive Skin

Vanicream

Shampoo for Sensitive Skin

aqueous surfactant-based liquid shampoo

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower concern; aqueous shampoo with no known PFAS applications, but brand makes no explicit PFAS commitment.

Risky category by default

Vanicream Hair Shampoo for Sensitive Skin

Vanicream

Hair Shampoo for Sensitive Skin

aqueous shampoo base (water, surfactants, polymers)

C
C
PFASAll
C · Moderate1 flag

Lower PFAS concern for typical rinse-off shampoo; no red flags identified.

Risky category by default

Vanicream Free & Clear Hair Shampoo for Sensitive Skin, 12 oz

Vanicream

Free & Clear Hair Shampoo for Sensitive Skin, 12 oz

aqueous shampoo base, no reported PFAS-prone additives

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower PFAS concern; formula-focused brand with no known PFAS-prone additives, but no explicit testing disclosed.

Risky category by default

Vanicream Sunscreen, Broad Spectrum SPF 50+

Vanicream

Sunscreen, Broad Spectrum SPF 50+

Mineral sunscreen actives (zinc oxide, titanium dioxide); emollient base

C
C
PFASAll
C · Moderate1 flag

Lower-concern sunscreen; mineral formulas rarely contain PFAS, but no explicit brand commitment.

Risky category by default

Vanicream Facial Moisturizer SPF 30

Vanicream

Facial Moisturizer SPF 30

water-based emulsion with mineral UV filters (titanium dioxide/zinc oxide typical for SPF 30)

C
C
PFASAll
C · Moderate1 flag

Lower concern, sunscreen moisturizers rarely require water-repellent PFAS coatings; no red flags detected.

Risky category by default

Vanicream Broad Spectrum SPF 30 Facial Moisturizer

Vanicream

Broad Spectrum SPF 30 Facial Moisturizer

emulsion-based cream (water, glycerin, mineral oil, waxes)

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower PFAS concern, simple emulsion formula, no waterproofing or specialized coatings reported.

Risky category by default

Vanicream Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 50+ 3 Ounce (Pack of 2)

Vanicream

Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 50+ 3 Ounce (Pack of 2)

mineral-based sunscreen (oxide actives), standard emulsion base

C
C
PFASAll
C · Moderate1 flag

Lower PFAS concern; typical mineral sunscreen with no known fluorinated actives or water-resistant coatings.

Risky category by default

Daily Mineral Sunscreen - SPF 30

Vanicream

Daily Mineral Sunscreen - SPF 30

mineral sunscreen (zinc oxide/titanium dioxide)

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower PFAS concern; mineral sunscreens rarely contain PFAS, but Vanicream makes no public disclosure.

Risky category by default

Vacation Classic Face Lotion SPF 45

Vanicream

Vacation Classic Face Lotion SPF 45

Aqueous lotion base with mineral UV filters (SPF 45)

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower PFAS concern for a basic mineral sunscreen lotion; no known waterproofing or fluorinated additives typical in this category.

Risky category by default

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

NFT Digital Image 7690 - Vanicream SPF 50+ Sensitive Skin Broad Spectrum Water Resistant 3oz

Vanicream

NFT Digital Image 7690 - Vanicream SPF 50+ Sensitive Skin Broad Spectrum Water Resistant 3oz

mineral sunscreen actives (zinc oxide/titanium dioxide) in emollient base; water-resistant polymer film

F
F · High PFAS

Lower-risk cosmetic, but water-resistance claims warrant caution on PFAS coatings.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

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