Limitless Lash Mascara Duo vs Straight Up Volumizing Peptide Mascara | RMS BEAUTY: which is safer?

These two grade almost identically. Pick on price and preference; neither has a PFAS edge.

ILIA Limitless Lash Mascara Duo

Ilia

Limitless Lash Mascara Duo

PFAS grade

C 75/100

Overall grade

F 63/100

Verdict

Buy

Hazard flags

⚑ 3

Material

Mascara wax, pigments, natural polymers (typical formulation)

Confidence

72%

PossibleBacterial growth in mascara reservoir

PossibleFragrance allergens and sensitization

PossiblePolymer film residue and eye irritation with removal

Straight Up Volumizing Peptide Mascara | RMS BEAUTY

RMS Beauty

Straight Up Volumizing Peptide Mascara | RMS BEAUTY

PFAS grade

C 75/100

Overall grade

F 63/100

Verdict

Buy

Hazard flags

⚑ 3

Material

liquid mascara formula with peptides; brush applicator

Confidence

72%

Possible1,4-dioxane (solvent contaminant)

PossibleEye irritation from formula or preservative system

PossibleBacterial or fungal growth if brush contaminated

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