Blush, ranked by PFAS safety

99 products graded A to F, safest first. 97 earn a C or better and are worth buying.

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What to look for in blush, and which brands grade best and worst

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AvoidF
FENTY BEAUTY CHEEKS SUEDE WATERPROOF POWDER BLUSH (lolly poppy)

Fenty Beauty

FENTY BEAUTY CHEEKS SUEDE WATERPROOF POWDER BLUSH (lolly poppy)

30/100 safety

Skip until Fenty Beauty discloses waterproofing chemistry, cosmetic PFAS isn't routine tested.

BetterC
Powder Blush Revlon

Revlon

Powder Blush Revlon

75/100 safety

Lower-concern cosmetic, no known PFAS pressures in blush formulation, but Revlon has not publicly disclosed PFAS policy.

Best pickC
Glossier Cloud Paint Plush Blush

Glossier

Glossier Cloud Paint Plush Blush

75/100 safety

Lower concern, cream blush formulation has no known PFAS triggers, but Glossier makes no public PFAS commitment.

Worth buying graded C or better, safest first

Glossier Cloud Paint Plush Blush

Glossier

Cloud Paint Plush Blush

pigments, waxes, silicones, emollients in cream formulation

C
C
PFASAll
C · Moderate1 flag

Lower concern, cream blush formulation has no known PFAS triggers, but Glossier makes no public PFAS commitment.

Risky category by default

Glossier Cloud Paint Blush

Glossier

Cloud Paint Blush

water-based pigment suspension in silicone base

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower-concern product; silicone-based cream formulation unlikely to require PFAS, but Glossier offers no transparency.

Risky category by default

Glossier Fard À Joues Cloud Paint Plush - Beam

Glossier

Fard À Joues Cloud Paint Plush - Beam

Emollient-based cream (pigments, oils, waxes)

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower-concern cream blush; no known PFAS triggers, but Glossier does not publicly disclose PFAS testing.

Risky category by default

MAC Blush Powder

MAC

Blush Powder

talc, mica, pigments

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate4 flags

Lower concern; blush is a pressed powder with no known PFAS applications, but MAC does not disclose ingredient sourcing.

Risky category by default

Blush Sheertone MAC

MAC

Blush Sheertone MAC

Mineral pigments, talc, mica, binders

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower concern, pressed powder blush with standard cosmetic ingredients; no known PFAS risk.

Risky category by default

MAC Mineralize Blush

MAC

Mineralize Blush

Mineral pigments, talc, mica

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower concern; mineral-based powder with no known PFAS triggers, but MAC provides no public PFAS transparency.

Risky category by default

Revlon Powder Blush Ravishing Rose

Revlon

Powder Blush Ravishing Rose

Powder blend (talc/mica base, iron oxides, binders)

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower concern, powder blush typically relies on mineral pigments without intentional PFAS chemistry, but no public testing or disclosure available.

Risky category by default

Revlon Matte Powder Blush

Revlon

Matte Powder Blush

Talc, iron oxides, mica (typical powder blush formulation)

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower PFAS concern; conventional powder formulation without water-resistance or grease-repellent claims.

Risky category by default

Estee Lauder The Sculpting Blush Powder

Estée Lauder

Estee Lauder The Sculpting Blush Powder

Powder blend (talc or talc-alternative, pigments, binders)

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower PFAS concern; powder blush has no inherent use-case for PFAS, but lack of transparency is a minor flag.

Risky category by default

Estée Lauder The Sculpting Blush Powder Blush Refill

Estée Lauder

The Sculpting Blush Powder Blush Refill

Powder blush (talc or mica base with pigments)

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate4 flags

Lower concern for PFAS; standard powder cosmetic with no known triggers, but Estée Lauder provides no transparency.

Risky category by default

Estée Lauder The Sculpting Blush Duo

Estée Lauder

The Sculpting Blush Duo

Pressed powder blush, pigments & binders

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower PFAS concern for a conventional pressed powder blush; no known risk drivers.

Risky category by default

Estée Lauder Estee Lauder Pure Color Envy Sculpting Blush Refill

Estée Lauder

Estee Lauder Pure Color Envy Sculpting Blush Refill

Powder blush with standard pigments and binders

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower PFAS concern for this powder blush; no red flags identified.

Risky category by default

Estee Lauder Pure Color Envy Sculpting Blush

Estée Lauder

Estee Lauder Pure Color Envy Sculpting Blush

Pigments, talc, mica, binders in pressed powder compact

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower PFAS concern; standard cosmetic blush with no known PFAS drivers.

Risky category by default

Estée Lauder Sculpting Blush - One size

Estée Lauder

Sculpting Blush - One size

Pigments, waxes, talc, binders (typical blush formulation)

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower concern for PFAS, standard pressed blush has no inherent need for water-repellent coatings.

Risky category by default

Estée Lauder Pure Color Envy Sculpting Blush in 430 Rose Exposed 0.25 oz – Radiant Powder Cheek Color for Normal Skin

Estée Lauder

Pure Color Envy Sculpting Blush in 430 Rose Exposed 0.25 oz – Radiant Powder Cheek Color for Normal Skin

Talc-based powder with pigments and binders

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate4 flags

Lower PFAS concern for a talc powder blush, but Estée Lauder's silence on ingredient disclosure is a minor red flag.

Risky category by default

Estee Lauder Signature Powder Blush BRANDIED ROSE .19oz New Discontinued

Estée Lauder

Estee Lauder Signature Powder Blush BRANDIED ROSE .19oz New Discontinued

Powder blend with talc or mica base, iron oxides, binders

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate4 flags

Lower PFAS concern for a powder blush; no credible evidence of intentional PFAS use in this category.

Risky category by default

Charlotte Tilbury Pillow Talk Beauty Soulmates Palette

Charlotte Tilbury

Pillow Talk Beauty Soulmates Palette

powder pigments, binders, mica, talc or silica

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower PFAS concern; standard pressed-powder palette with no known triggers.

Risky category by default

Charlotte Tilbury Cheek To Chic

Charlotte Tilbury

Cheek To Chic

Talc, mica, pigments, binders (typical cream blush composition)

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower concern, conventional cream blush with no known PFAS red flags, but no brand transparency on formulation.

Risky category by default

Charlotte Tilbury Cheek To Chic Blush

Charlotte Tilbury

Cheek To Chic Blush

powder blush, talc or mineral base with pigments

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower concern for PFAS; powder blush has minimal typical exposure vectors, but brand silence limits certainty.

Risky category by default

Charlotte Tilbury Matte Beauty Blush Wand

Charlotte Tilbury

Matte Beauty Blush Wand

powder blush with wand applicator; typical formulation includes talc/mica, pigments, binders

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate4 flags

Lower PFAS concern; powder cosmetics rarely require fluorinated coatings, but brand makes no explicit commitment.

Risky category by default

Charlotte Tilbury Unreal Blush, Protect & Set Trio

Charlotte Tilbury

Unreal Blush, Protect & Set Trio

Pigments, waxes, oils in cosmetic formulation

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower PFAS concern for a powder blush; no waterproofing or nonstick coatings typical in this category.

Risky category by default

Charlotte Tilbury Cheek To Chic Duo

Charlotte Tilbury

Cheek To Chic Duo

Powder pigments, binders, and pressed/compact base (typical cosmetic formulation)

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower PFAS concern; typical powder blush with no known water-repellent coating or Teflon-family coating.

Risky category by default

Charlotte Tilbury Charlotte's Blush + Glow Trio

Charlotte Tilbury

Charlotte's Blush + Glow Trio

pigments, oils, waxes, talc/silica in pressed powder compact

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate4 flags

Lower-concern cosmetic; no known PFAS markers, but brand transparency is absent.

Risky category by default

Charlotte Tilbury Hollywood Blush & Glow Glide Palette

Charlotte Tilbury

Hollywood Blush & Glow Glide Palette

talc, mica, pigments, binders (typical blush/glow formula)

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower concern cosmetic, no known PFAS triggers, but Charlotte Tilbury does not disclose ingredient-level PFAS absence.

Risky category by default

Bobbi Brown Blush

Bobbi Brown

Bobbi Brown Blush

Talc, mica, iron oxides, binders

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower-concern cosmetic; no PFAS red flags in formulation, but no public testing or disclosure.

Risky category by default

Bobbi Brown Powder Blush

Bobbi Brown

Powder Blush

Talc and mineral pigments (typical loose powder)

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate4 flags

Lower-concern cosmetic powder; mineral base unlikely to contain PFAS, but brand silence limits certainty.

Risky category by default

Bobbi Brown Pot Rouge For Lips Cheeks

Bobbi Brown

Pot Rouge For Lips Cheeks

Pigments, waxes, oils in pot format

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower concern, conventional cream cosmetic with no known PFAS triggers, but brand offers no transparency.

Risky category by default

Bobbi Brown Pot Rouge Velvet Matte Blush

Bobbi Brown

Pot Rouge Velvet Matte Blush

pigments, waxes, oils in pot format

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate4 flags

Lower PFAS concern, conventional blush formula without obvious water/stain barriers.

Risky category by default

Bobbi Brown Blush - One size

Bobbi Brown

Blush - One size

Powder pigments, mica, talc or synthetic alternatives, binders

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower concern, powder blush has no inherent PFAS trigger, but brand transparency is absent.

Risky category by default

Bobbi Brown Blush - Sand Pink (medium-deep Warm Pink)

Bobbi Brown

Blush - Sand Pink (medium-deep Warm Pink)

Talc, mica, iron oxides, pigments (powder blush)

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower concern, powder blush uses standard mineral pigments with no known PFAS pathway.

Risky category by default

Blush - Nectar Matte by Bobbi Brown for Women - 0.12 oz Blush

Bobbi Brown

Blush - Nectar Matte by Bobbi Brown for Women - 0.12 oz Blush

Pressed powder blush with talc or mica base

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower PFAS concern; standard powder cosmetic with no known PFAS triggers, but no brand transparency.

Risky category by default

Bobbi Brown Skin Enhancer Blush

Bobbi Brown

Skin Enhancer Blush

Powder (talc or mineral base with standard pigments and binders)

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower concern, conventional powder blush without known PFAS triggers, but no affirmative brand disclosure.

Risky category by default

Benefit Cosmetics Blush

Benefit Cosmetics

Benefit Cosmetics Blush

Pigments, talc, mica, binders, typical pressed powder blush

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower concern; no known PFAS risk for typical pressed blush formulations.

Risky category by default

Benefit Cosmetics WANDERful World Silky Soft Powder Blush Mini Moone

Benefit Cosmetics

WANDERful World Silky Soft Powder Blush Mini Moone

Talc-based powder blush with pigments

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower concern, pressed powder blush with no known PFAS use, though Benefit discloses nothing.

Risky category by default

Benefit Cosmetics Silky-Soft Powder Blush

Benefit Cosmetics

Silky-Soft Powder Blush

talc, mica, iron oxides, binders

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower concern; typical powder blush formulation unlikely to contain PFAS, but Benefit has not disclosed ingredient transparency on forever chemicals.

Risky category by default

Benefit Cosmetics Blossy Powder Blush

Benefit Cosmetics

Blossy Powder Blush

Powder blush (talc or mica base, pigments)

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate4 flags

Lower PFAS concern; standard powder cosmetics rarely require PFAS, but Benefit has not publicly disclosed formulation details.

Risky category by default

Benefit Dandelion Blush

Benefit Cosmetics

Benefit Dandelion Blush

powder blush with talc or mica base

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower concern, powder blush has no known PFAS use case, though Benefit does not publicly disclose.

Risky category by default

Benefit Cosmetics Starlaa Silky-Soft Powder Blush

Benefit Cosmetics

Starlaa Silky-Soft Powder Blush

Talc, mica, pigments (typical loose powder blush)

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower-concern cosmetic; no known PFAS drivers, but brand discloses nothing.

Risky category by default

Benefit Cosmetics Butterfly Blush

Benefit Cosmetics

Butterfly Blush

powder blush (talc, mica, pigments)

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower concern; typical powder blush formulation unlikely to contain PFAS, but no brand disclosure to confirm.

Risky category by default

Benefit Cosmetics Cheek Score Blush Trio Palette

Benefit Cosmetics

Cheek Score Blush Trio Palette

Pigments, talc, mica, binders in pressed powder format

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower concern; typical powder blush formulation with no known PFAS-prone additives, but brand provides no transparency.

Risky category by default

Blushing Blush Powder Blush Clinique

Clinique

Blushing Blush Powder Blush Clinique

Powder pigments and mineral base (talc or mica-based)

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower concern, powder blush formulations rarely contain PFAS, but Clinique discloses nothing.

Risky category by default

Clinique Bashful Blush Blushing Blush Powder Blush

Clinique

Bashful Blush Blushing Blush Powder Blush

Talc, mica, iron oxides, binders (standard pressed powder formulation)

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower concern, powder blush formulations rarely require PFAS, but Clinique does not disclose.

Risky category by default

Clinique Soft Pressed Powder Blusher

Clinique

Soft Pressed Powder Blusher

Talc, mica, pigments (typical pressed powder)

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower concern for PFAS risk; typical mineral powder cosmetic with no known fluorinated additives.

Risky category by default

Clinique Cheek Pop Blush Pop

Clinique

Cheek Pop Blush Pop

pigments, waxes, oils, mineral powder

C
C
PFASAll
C · Moderate1 flag

Lower-concern cosmetic, no known PFAS triggers, but Clinique discloses nothing publicly.

Risky category by default

Clinique Blushing Blush Powder Blush

Clinique

Blushing Blush Powder Blush

Talc, mica, pigments (powder blush formulation)

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower concern, powder blush ingredients are standard; no waterproofing or coatings typical of PFAS use.

Risky category by default

Clinique Blushing Blush Powder Blush - Cupid

Clinique

Blushing Blush Powder Blush - Cupid

talc, mica, pigments (iron oxides)

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

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

Risky category by default

Clinique Blushing Blush Powder Blush - Smoldering Plum

Clinique

Blushing Blush Powder Blush - Smoldering Plum

talc, mica, iron oxides, binders

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower concern powder blush with no known PFAS triggers, but Clinique has not publicly disclosed PFAS status.

Risky category by default

Clinique Glow To Go Cheek Pop Palette

Clinique

Glow To Go Cheek Pop Palette

Powder, pigments, binders (typical cosmetic formulation)

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower-concern cosmetic powder with no PFAS red flags, but no disclosure.

Risky category by default

Powder Blush Revlon

Revlon

Powder Blush Revlon

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

C
C
PFASAll
C · Moderate1 flag

Lower-concern cosmetic, no known PFAS pressures in blush formulation, but Revlon has not publicly disclosed PFAS policy.

Risky category by default

Revlon Color Charge Powder Blush 105 No Rules

Revlon

Color Charge Powder Blush 105 No Rules

Powder blend (talc/mica-based pigments typical for blush)

C
C
PFASAll
C · Moderate1 flag

Lower-concern cosmetic; no known PFAS triggers, but Revlon provides no PFAS transparency.

Risky category by default

Revlon Powder Blush

Revlon

Powder Blush

talc, mica, iron oxides, pigments

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate4 flags

Lower concern; typical powder blush uses mineral pigments unlikely to contain PFAS, but no brand transparency.

Risky category by default

revlon powder blush, mauvelous 003, 0.17 oz (5.0 g)

Revlon

powder blush, mauvelous 003, 0.17 oz (5.0 g)

powder blend (talc/mica base, iron oxides, binders)

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower concern; typical powder blush formulation carries minimal PFAS risk, though Revlon does not disclose.

Risky category by default

Maybelline Fit Me Blush

Maybelline

Fit Me Blush

powder pigments, talc or mica base, binders

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower concern, typical pressed powder blush with no known PFAS triggers, but brand offers no explicit assurance.

Risky category by default

Maybelline Face Studio Master Hi-Light Blush

Maybelline

Face Studio Master Hi-Light Blush

Pigments, waxes, oils, talc/mica base

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower concern, conventional blush formula with no known PFAS triggers, but no brand disclosure.

Risky category by default

Maybelline Mineral Power Naturally Luminous Blush

Maybelline

Mineral Power Naturally Luminous Blush

mineral pigments, talc/mica base

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower concern; mineral blush has inherently low PFAS risk, but no brand transparency.

Risky category by default

MAYBELLINE Powder BLUSH ~ MISTY PINK

Maybelline

Powder BLUSH ~ MISTY PINK

talc or talc-free mica base with iron oxides/pigments

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower concern, typical pressed powder blush without known PFAS triggers.

Risky category by default

Maybelline Cheek Heat Gel- Cream Blush

Maybelline

Cheek Heat Gel- Cream Blush

gel-cream blush with pigments, humectants, emollients

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate4 flags

Lower concern; cream blush lacks typical PFAS application triggers, but silence from Maybelline leaves room for doubt.

Risky category by default

Maybelline New York Dream Bouncy Blush

Maybelline

New York Dream Bouncy Blush

Talc, pigments, binders (standard cosmetic powder)

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower PFAS concern for a standard powder blush; no waterproof or stain-resistant claims trigger PFAS risk.

Risky category by default

Maybelline Facestudio Master Blush Color & Highlight Kit

Maybelline

Facestudio Master Blush Color & Highlight Kit

pressed powder/pigment blend in compact

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower PFAS concern typical for pressed cosmetic powders; no red flags detected.

Risky category by default

Maybelline Cloudtopia Cheek and Lip Mousse

Maybelline

Cloudtopia Cheek and Lip Mousse

Acrylate polymers, pigments, humectants (no known PFAS-prone coatings)

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower-concern choice; cheek/lip mousse has minimal PFAS risk profile compared to waterproof or water-resistant cosmetics.

Risky category by default

tarte Amazonian Clay 12 Hour Blush

Tarte

Amazonian Clay 12 Hour Blush

Powder pigments, talc-free clay base, binders (acrylates/silicones typical in cosmetics)

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower PFAS concern for a standard powder blush, but Tarte discloses nothing; check ingredient list for any listed fluorinated compounds.

Risky category by default

tarte Macaron Blush & Glow Duo

Tarte

Macaron Blush & Glow Duo

Powder pigments, binders, mica (mineral color cosmetic)

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower PFAS concern for a powder blush; cosmetic powders rarely require water repellency treatments that drive PFAS use.

Risky category by default

Tarte Vacay Flush Cheek Wardrobe

Tarte

Vacay Flush Cheek Wardrobe

talc, mica, iron oxides, waxes (typical blush/powder formulation)

C
C
PFASAll
C · Moderate1 flag

Lower concern; typical pressed powder with no known PFAS triggers, but Tarte does not publicly disclose PFAS ingredients.

Risky category by default

Tarte tarte Amazonian Clay Blush & Glow Duo

Tarte

tarte Amazonian Clay Blush & Glow Duo

Powder blush & glow (pigments, binders, natural clay base)

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower concern, pressed powder cosmetic with no typical PFAS driver, but brand has not disclosed ingredient transparency.

Risky category by default

Tarte Maracuja Juicy Blush

Tarte

Maracuja Juicy Blush

pigments, waxes, oils, talc (typical blush base)

C
C
PFASAll
C · Moderate1 flag

Lower PFAS concern for a conventional powder blush; no red flags known.

Risky category by default

Tarte Amazonian Clay Travel-Size Blush

Tarte

Amazonian Clay Travel-Size Blush

Talc/clay powder base, standard cosmetic pigments and binders

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower PFAS concern; pressed powder blush typically avoids fluorinated coatings, but no public testing or brand disclosure available.

Risky category by default

Tarte Stay Golden Amazonian Clay Cheek Set

Tarte

Stay Golden Amazonian Clay Cheek Set

Pressed mineral pigments, talc, mica, iron oxides

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower concern, standard pressed powder blush with no known PFAS triggers, but brand offers no transparency.

Risky category by default

Fenty Cheeks Suede Powder Blush — Tutu Turnt

Fenty Beauty

Fenty Cheeks Suede Powder Blush — Tutu Turnt

talc, mica, iron oxides, binders

C
C
PFASAll
C · Moderate1 flag

Lower-concern powder blush; no known PFAS triggers, but Fenty offers no transparency on cosmetic ingredients or PFAS testing.

Risky category by default

Fenty Beauty Build Your Own Blush + Brush Bundle

Fenty Beauty

Build Your Own Blush + Brush Bundle

pigments, powder, brush bristles (likely synthetic or natural hair)

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate4 flags

Lower PFAS concern; typical powder cosmetics carry minimal risk unless coated.

Risky category by default

Fenty Cheeks Suede Powder Blush, Choose Shade

Fenty Beauty

Fenty Cheeks Suede Powder Blush, Choose Shade

talc, mica, iron oxides, binders

C
C
PFASAll
C · Moderate1 flag

Lower concern, no known PFAS use in powder blush formulations, but Fenty discloses nothing about PFAS.

Risky category by default

Fenty Cheeks Suede Powder Blush — Riri

Fenty Beauty

Fenty Cheeks Suede Powder Blush — Riri

powder pigments and binders; talc or mica base

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower concern, powder cosmetics rarely require PFAS, but Fenty discloses nothing.

Risky category by default

Fenty Beauty Fenty Cheeks Suede Powder Blush — Brickkkk_76199

Fenty Beauty

Fenty Cheeks Suede Powder Blush — Brickkkk_76199

powder pigments and binders (talc/silica base typical for powder blush)

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower PFAS concern for a powder blush; no known high-risk chemistry, but Fenty makes no public PFAS disclosure.

Risky category by default

Fenty Beauty Sun-Kissed Flush Bronzer + Blush Duo

Fenty Beauty

Sun-Kissed Flush Bronzer + Blush Duo

Pressed powder blend (talc or mica base, pigments, binders)

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower concern; standard pressed powder cosmetic with no known PFAS trigger, but no brand transparency.

Risky category by default

Honest Beauty Creme Cheek Blush

Honest Beauty

Creme Cheek Blush

Powder pigments, waxes, oils (typical cream blush base)

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower concern, typical cream blush formula unlikely to contain PFAS, but no brand transparency.

Risky category by default

Honest Beauty Lit Powder Blush, flirty 0.138oz

Honest Beauty

Lit Powder Blush, flirty 0.138oz

Powder blush (mineral pigments, talc or mica base)

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower PFAS concern for a powder cosmetic, but brand transparency is absent.

Risky category by default

Honest Beauty Blusher

Honest Beauty

Blusher

Mineral pigments, talc, mica; standard pressed powder formulation

C
C
PFASAll
C · Moderate1 flag

Lower concern for PFAS; typical powder blusher with no waterproofing claims, but brand discloses nothing.

Risky category by default

[3 PACK] Honest Lit Powder Blush, Organic, Vegan Frisky | .14oz

Honest Beauty

[3 PACK] Honest Lit Powder Blush, Organic, Vegan Frisky | .14oz

powder blush (mineral pigments, talc or mica base)

C
C
PFASAll
C · Moderate1 flag

Lower PFAS concern; typical pressed powder with no waterproofing triggers.

Risky category by default

The Honest Company Makeup | The Honest Company Lit Powder Blush In Femme Nwob | Color: Orange/Pink | Size: .138 Oz | Tlsnnel72's Closet

Honest Beauty

The Honest Company Makeup | The Honest Company Lit Powder Blush In Femme Nwob | Color: Orange/Pink | Size: .138 Oz | Tlsnnel72's Closet

powder blush (talc or mineral base, pigments)

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower PFAS concern for this powder blush, but Honest Company does not publicly disclose PFAS testing or policy.

Risky category by default

The Honest Company Makeup | Honest Beauty Lit Powder Blush Femme (Discontinued) | Color: Pink/Red | Size: Os | Animorphous's Closet

Honest Beauty

The Honest Company Makeup | Honest Beauty Lit Powder Blush Femme (Discontinued) | Color: Pink/Red | Size: Os | Animorphous's Closet

Powder blush (mineral pigments, talc or mica base typical)

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower concern; typical powder cosmetic with no known PFAS risk drivers, but no transparency.

Risky category by default

Honest Beauty Creme Blush

Honest Beauty

Creme Blush

Pigments, waxes, oils in cream base

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate4 flags

Lower concern for PFAS, but brand offers no transparency.

Risky category by default

The Honest Company Makeup | Creamy Orange Blush | Color: Orange | Size: Os | Pm-34916613's Closet

Honest Beauty

The Honest Company Makeup | Creamy Orange Blush | Color: Orange | Size: Os | Pm-34916613's Closet

Pigments, waxes, emollients (typical blush formulation)

C
C
PFASAll
C · Moderate1 flag

Lower concern, standard blush has minimal PFAS risk, but brand lacks transparency.

Risky category by default

RMS Beauty ReDimension Hydra Powder Blush

RMS Beauty

ReDimension Hydra Powder Blush

Powder blush with mineral/plant-based pigments and binders

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower concern; loose powder cosmetic with no known PFAS triggers, though brand transparency is absent.

Risky category by default

RMS Beauty Re-Dimension Hydra Powder Refillable Blush w/ Brush

RMS Beauty

Re-Dimension Hydra Powder Refillable Blush w/ Brush

Powder blend (mineral, mica, talc/or mineral alternatives); no Teflon-type coating or Teflon-family coating coatings disclosed

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower concern cosmetic; RMS Beauty focuses on clean beauty but makes no explicit PFAS commitment.

Risky category by default

RMS Beauty ReDimension Hydra Powder Blush Refill Kir Royale (a mauve surprise)

RMS Beauty

ReDimension Hydra Powder Blush Refill Kir Royale (a mauve surprise)

Talc, mica, iron oxides, and binders; typical cosmetic powder formulation

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower concern, powder blush formulations rarely contain PFAS, but RMS Beauty offers no explicit disclosure.

Risky category by default

RMS Beauty Hydra Powder Brush

RMS Beauty

Hydra Powder Brush

Natural hair bristles, wooden handle

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower PFAS concern for this natural-fiber brush; no known risk factors identified.

Risky category by default

rms beauty "re" dimension hydra powder blush

RMS Beauty

"re" dimension hydra powder blush

Mineral powder blend (talc-free formulation)

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower PFAS concern for this powder blush; mineral cosmetics rarely require fluorinated treatments.

Risky category by default

RMS Beauty ReDimension Hydra Powder Blush - Pomegranate Fizz — SHIMMER

RMS Beauty

ReDimension Hydra Powder Blush - Pomegranate Fizz — SHIMMER

Mineral pigments, mica, shimmer; powder blush base

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower PFAS concern typical for mineral powder blush; RMS Beauty's clean ingredient philosophy supports lower risk, but no explicit PFAS transparency.

Risky category by default

RMS Beauty ReDimension Hydra Powder Blush Maiden's (soft cinnamon sparked with sweet pink)

RMS Beauty

ReDimension Hydra Powder Blush Maiden's (soft cinnamon sparked with sweet pink)

Powder blend (talc or mica base, likely mineral pigments)

C
C
PFASAll
C · Moderate

Lower-concern cosmetic powder; no known PFAS triggers, but limited brand transparency on ingredients.

Risky category by default

R.e.m. Beauty Hypernova Satin Matte Blush

RMS Beauty

R.e.m. Beauty Hypernova Satin Matte Blush

powder blush with natural mineral pigments

C
C
PFASAll
C · Moderate1 flag

Lower PFAS concern; typical pressed powder formula unlikely to require PFAS, but brand discloses nothing.

Risky category by default

Milk Makeup Lip + Cheek Cream Blush Stick

Milk Makeup

Lip + Cheek Cream Blush Stick

Cream blush/lipstick in stick form; base typically wax, emollient oils, pigments

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower PFAS concern; cream cosmetics rarely require waterproofing coatings that harbor PFAS.

Risky category by default

Milk Makeup - Lip + Cheek Cream Blush and Lip Tint - Quirk, Spiced Rose

Milk Makeup

Lip + Cheek Cream Blush and Lip Tint - Quirk, Spiced Rose

Pigments, oils, waxes, emollients in cream/liquid base

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower PFAS risk; typical cream cosmetic with no known red flags, but Milk Makeup has not disclosed PFAS testing.

Risky category by default

Milk Makeup Bionic Liquid Blush

Milk Makeup

Bionic Liquid Blush

liquid blush; water, glycerin, pigments, film-formers

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower PFAS concern for a leave-on liquid cosmetic; no red flags in formulation, but brand discloses nothing.

Risky category by default

Milk Makeup Bionic Blush - Fly (full Size .28oz/nwb)

Milk Makeup

Bionic Blush - Fly (full Size .28oz/nwb)

Powder blend (talc or mica base); no disclosed water-resistant or grease-resistant coating

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate4 flags

Lower concern, typical powder blush with no water-repellent finish or disclosed coating.

Risky category by default

Milk Touch Tone On Blusher - 2 Colors 2pcs Bundle Set #02 Autumn Roco X 2 Pcs

Milk Makeup

Milk Touch Tone On Blusher - 2 Colors 2pcs Bundle Set #02 Autumn Roco X 2 Pcs

Powder-based blusher in compact form; typical pigments and binders

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower PFAS concern for pressed powder cosmetics; buy with moderate confidence.

Risky category by default

Milk makeup blush RALLY

Milk Makeup

blush RALLY

pigments, binders, talc/mica in cream-to-powder formulation

C
C
PFASAll
C · Moderate1 flag

Lower concern, typical powder blush, but Milk Makeup makes no PFAS commitments.

Risky category by default

Milk Touch Touch My Cheek Blush

Milk Makeup

Milk Touch Touch My Cheek Blush

Pigments, talc, mica, waxes, silicones (typical pressed powder blush formula)

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate4 flags

Lower concern for typical powder blush; no waterproof claim or water-repellent coating treatment identified.

Risky category by default

Milk Makeup Bionic Blush - Blush

Milk Makeup

Bionic Blush - Blush

Powder blend (pigments, binders, talc or mica base)

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower PFAS concern for typical powder blush; no red flags but brand transparency on ingredients is minimal.

Risky category by default

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

Fenty Beauty by Rihanna Fenty Cheeks Suede Waterproof Powder Blush

Fenty Beauty

by Rihanna Fenty Cheeks Suede Waterproof Powder Blush

Powder blush with waterproof binder system

F
F · High PFAS

Waterproof cosmetics carry moderate PFAS risk; Fenty offers no transparency, check ingredient list for silicones/film-formers before buy.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

FENTY BEAUTY CHEEKS SUEDE WATERPROOF POWDER BLUSH (lolly poppy)

Fenty Beauty

CHEEKS SUEDE WATERPROOF POWDER BLUSH (lolly poppy)

Powder blush with waterproof binder/film-forming agents (unspecified)

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until Fenty Beauty discloses waterproofing chemistry, cosmetic PFAS isn't routine tested.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

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