Soulgazer Lengthening Mascara + Lash Serum in 1 for Sensitive Eyes | Hypnotize - black vs Straight Up Volumizing Peptide Mascara | RMS BEAUTY: which is safer?

Straight Up Volumizing Peptide Mascara | RMS BEAUTY is our pick: better on PFAS and on the overall hazard picture.

Kosas - Soulgazer Lengthening Mascara + Lash Serum in 1 for Sensitive Eyes | Hypnotize - black

Kosas

Soulgazer Lengthening Mascara + Lash Serum in 1 for Sensitive Eyes | Hypnotize - black

PFAS grade

C 75/100

Overall grade

F 59/100

Verdict

Buy

Hazard flags

⚑ 4

Material

liquid mascara and serum formulation, typical pigments and polymers

Confidence

72%

PossibleFormaldehyde releasers and preservatives

Possible1,4-dioxane (contaminant in emulsifiers and surfactants)

PossibleFragrance allergens and sensitizers

Our pick

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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