Blush, ranked by PFAS safety
99 products graded A to F, safest first. 97 earn a C or better and are worth buying.
Buyer’s guide
What to look for in blush, and which brands grade best and worst
Bad · Better · Best blush
The quickest read: what to skip and the top-graded picks worth buying instead.
Fenty Beauty
FENTY BEAUTY CHEEKS SUEDE WATERPROOF POWDER BLUSH (lolly poppy)
Skip until Fenty Beauty discloses waterproofing chemistry, cosmetic PFAS isn't routine tested.
Revlon
Powder Blush Revlon
Lower-concern cosmetic, no known PFAS pressures in blush formulation, but Revlon has not publicly disclosed PFAS policy.
Worth buying graded C or better, safest first
Glossier
Cloud Paint Plush Blush
pigments, waxes, silicones, emollients in cream formulation
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
water-based pigment suspension in silicone base
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
Emollient-based cream (pigments, oils, waxes)
Lower-concern cream blush; no known PFAS triggers, but Glossier does not publicly disclose PFAS testing.
⚠Risky category by default
MAC
Blush Powder
talc, mica, pigments
Lower concern; blush is a pressed powder with no known PFAS applications, but MAC does not disclose ingredient sourcing.
⚠Risky category by default
MAC
Blush Sheertone MAC
Mineral pigments, talc, mica, binders
Lower concern, pressed powder blush with standard cosmetic ingredients; no known PFAS risk.
⚠Risky category by default
MAC
Mineralize Blush
Mineral pigments, talc, mica
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
Powder blend (talc/mica base, iron oxides, binders)
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
Talc, iron oxides, mica (typical powder blush formulation)
Lower PFAS concern; conventional powder formulation without water-resistance or grease-repellent claims.
⚠Risky category by default
Estée Lauder
Estee Lauder The Sculpting Blush Powder
Powder blend (talc or talc-alternative, pigments, binders)
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
Powder blush (talc or mica base with pigments)
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
Pressed powder blush, pigments & binders
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
Powder blush with standard pigments and binders
Lower PFAS concern for this powder blush; no red flags identified.
⚠Risky category by default
Estée Lauder
Estee Lauder Pure Color Envy Sculpting Blush
Pigments, talc, mica, binders in pressed powder compact
Lower PFAS concern; standard cosmetic blush with no known PFAS drivers.
⚠Risky category by default
Estée Lauder
Sculpting Blush - One size
Pigments, waxes, talc, binders (typical blush formulation)
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
Talc-based powder with pigments and binders
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
Estée Lauder
Estee Lauder Signature Powder Blush BRANDIED ROSE .19oz New Discontinued
Powder blend with talc or mica base, iron oxides, binders
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
powder pigments, binders, mica, talc or silica
Lower PFAS concern; standard pressed-powder palette with no known triggers.
⚠Risky category by default
Charlotte Tilbury
Cheek To Chic
Talc, mica, pigments, binders (typical cream blush composition)
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
powder blush, talc or mineral base with pigments
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
powder blush with wand applicator; typical formulation includes talc/mica, pigments, binders
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
Pigments, waxes, oils in cosmetic formulation
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
Powder pigments, binders, and pressed/compact base (typical cosmetic formulation)
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
pigments, oils, waxes, talc/silica in pressed powder compact
Lower-concern cosmetic; no known PFAS markers, but brand transparency is absent.
⚠Risky category by default
Charlotte Tilbury
Hollywood Blush & Glow Glide Palette
talc, mica, pigments, binders (typical blush/glow formula)
Lower concern cosmetic, no known PFAS triggers, but Charlotte Tilbury does not disclose ingredient-level PFAS absence.
⚠Risky category by default
Bobbi Brown
Bobbi Brown Blush
Talc, mica, iron oxides, binders
Lower-concern cosmetic; no PFAS red flags in formulation, but no public testing or disclosure.
⚠Risky category by default
Bobbi Brown
Powder Blush
Talc and mineral pigments (typical loose powder)
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
Pigments, waxes, oils in pot format
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
pigments, waxes, oils in pot format
Lower PFAS concern, conventional blush formula without obvious water/stain barriers.
⚠Risky category by default
Bobbi Brown
Blush - One size
Powder pigments, mica, talc or synthetic alternatives, binders
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)
Talc, mica, iron oxides, pigments (powder blush)
Lower concern, powder blush uses standard mineral pigments with no known PFAS pathway.
⚠Risky category by default
Bobbi Brown
Blush - Nectar Matte by Bobbi Brown for Women - 0.12 oz Blush
Pressed powder blush with talc or mica base
Lower PFAS concern; standard powder cosmetic with no known PFAS triggers, but no brand transparency.
⚠Risky category by default
Bobbi Brown
Skin Enhancer Blush
Powder (talc or mineral base with standard pigments and binders)
Lower concern, conventional powder blush without known PFAS triggers, but no affirmative brand disclosure.
⚠Risky category by default
Benefit Cosmetics
Benefit Cosmetics Blush
Pigments, talc, mica, binders, typical pressed powder blush
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
Talc-based powder blush with pigments
Lower concern, pressed powder blush with no known PFAS use, though Benefit discloses nothing.
⚠Risky category by default
Benefit Cosmetics
Silky-Soft Powder Blush
talc, mica, iron oxides, binders
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
Powder blush (talc or mica base, pigments)
Lower PFAS concern; standard powder cosmetics rarely require PFAS, but Benefit has not publicly disclosed formulation details.
⚠Risky category by default
Benefit Cosmetics
Benefit Dandelion Blush
powder blush with talc or mica base
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
Talc, mica, pigments (typical loose powder blush)
Lower-concern cosmetic; no known PFAS drivers, but brand discloses nothing.
⚠Risky category by default
Benefit Cosmetics
Butterfly Blush
powder blush (talc, mica, pigments)
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
Pigments, talc, mica, binders in pressed powder format
Lower concern; typical powder blush formulation with no known PFAS-prone additives, but brand provides no transparency.
⚠Risky category by default
Clinique
Blushing Blush Powder Blush Clinique
Powder pigments and mineral base (talc or mica-based)
Lower concern, powder blush formulations rarely contain PFAS, but Clinique discloses nothing.
⚠Risky category by default
Clinique
Bashful Blush Blushing Blush Powder Blush
Talc, mica, iron oxides, binders (standard pressed powder formulation)
Lower concern, powder blush formulations rarely require PFAS, but Clinique does not disclose.
⚠Risky category by default
Clinique
Soft Pressed Powder Blusher
Talc, mica, pigments (typical pressed powder)
Lower concern for PFAS risk; typical mineral powder cosmetic with no known fluorinated additives.
⚠Risky category by default
Clinique
Cheek Pop Blush Pop
pigments, waxes, oils, mineral powder
Lower-concern cosmetic, no known PFAS triggers, but Clinique discloses nothing publicly.
⚠Risky category by default
Clinique
Blushing Blush Powder Blush
Talc, mica, pigments (powder blush formulation)
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
talc, mica, pigments (iron oxides)
Lower-concern cosmetic; no known PFAS triggers, but Clinique offers no PFAS transparency.
⚠Risky category by default
Clinique
Blushing Blush Powder Blush - Smoldering Plum
talc, mica, iron oxides, binders
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
Powder, pigments, binders (typical cosmetic formulation)
Lower-concern cosmetic powder with no PFAS red flags, but no disclosure.
⚠Risky category by default
Revlon
Powder Blush Revlon
talc, mica, iron oxides, pigments (typical pressed powder base)
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
Powder blend (talc/mica-based pigments typical for blush)
Lower-concern cosmetic; no known PFAS triggers, but Revlon provides no PFAS transparency.
⚠Risky category by default
Revlon
Powder Blush
talc, mica, iron oxides, pigments
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)
powder blend (talc/mica base, iron oxides, binders)
Lower concern; typical powder blush formulation carries minimal PFAS risk, though Revlon does not disclose.
⚠Risky category by default
Maybelline
Fit Me Blush
powder pigments, talc or mica base, binders
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
Pigments, waxes, oils, talc/mica base
Lower concern, conventional blush formula with no known PFAS triggers, but no brand disclosure.
⚠Risky category by default
Maybelline
Mineral Power Naturally Luminous Blush
mineral pigments, talc/mica base
Lower concern; mineral blush has inherently low PFAS risk, but no brand transparency.
⚠Risky category by default
Maybelline
Powder BLUSH ~ MISTY PINK
talc or talc-free mica base with iron oxides/pigments
Lower concern, typical pressed powder blush without known PFAS triggers.
⚠Risky category by default
Maybelline
Cheek Heat Gel- Cream Blush
gel-cream blush with pigments, humectants, emollients
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
Talc, pigments, binders (standard cosmetic powder)
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
pressed powder/pigment blend in compact
Lower PFAS concern typical for pressed cosmetic powders; no red flags detected.
⚠Risky category by default
Maybelline
Cloudtopia Cheek and Lip Mousse
Acrylate polymers, pigments, humectants (no known PFAS-prone coatings)
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
Powder pigments, talc-free clay base, binders (acrylates/silicones typical in cosmetics)
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
Powder pigments, binders, mica (mineral color cosmetic)
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
talc, mica, iron oxides, waxes (typical blush/powder formulation)
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
Powder blush & glow (pigments, binders, natural clay base)
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
pigments, waxes, oils, talc (typical blush base)
Lower PFAS concern for a conventional powder blush; no red flags known.
⚠Risky category by default
Tarte
Amazonian Clay Travel-Size Blush
Talc/clay powder base, standard cosmetic pigments and binders
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
Pressed mineral pigments, talc, mica, iron oxides
Lower concern, standard pressed powder blush with no known PFAS triggers, but brand offers no transparency.
⚠Risky category by default
Fenty Beauty
Fenty Cheeks Suede Powder Blush — Tutu Turnt
talc, mica, iron oxides, binders
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
pigments, powder, brush bristles (likely synthetic or natural hair)
Lower PFAS concern; typical powder cosmetics carry minimal risk unless coated.
⚠Risky category by default
Fenty Beauty
Fenty Cheeks Suede Powder Blush, Choose Shade
talc, mica, iron oxides, binders
Lower concern, no known PFAS use in powder blush formulations, but Fenty discloses nothing about PFAS.
⚠Risky category by default
Fenty Beauty
Fenty Cheeks Suede Powder Blush — Riri
powder pigments and binders; talc or mica base
Lower concern, powder cosmetics rarely require PFAS, but Fenty discloses nothing.
⚠Risky category by default
Fenty Beauty
Fenty Cheeks Suede Powder Blush — Brickkkk_76199
powder pigments and binders (talc/silica base typical for powder blush)
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
Pressed powder blend (talc or mica base, pigments, binders)
Lower concern; standard pressed powder cosmetic with no known PFAS trigger, but no brand transparency.
⚠Risky category by default
Honest Beauty
Creme Cheek Blush
Powder pigments, waxes, oils (typical cream blush base)
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
Powder blush (mineral pigments, talc or mica base)
Lower PFAS concern for a powder cosmetic, but brand transparency is absent.
⚠Risky category by default
Honest Beauty
Blusher
Mineral pigments, talc, mica; standard pressed powder formulation
Lower concern for PFAS; typical powder blusher with no waterproofing claims, but brand discloses nothing.
⚠Risky category by default
Honest Beauty
[3 PACK] Honest Lit Powder Blush, Organic, Vegan Frisky | .14oz
powder blush (mineral pigments, talc or mica base)
Lower PFAS concern; typical pressed powder with no waterproofing triggers.
⚠Risky category by default
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)
Lower PFAS concern for this powder blush, but Honest Company does not publicly disclose PFAS testing or policy.
⚠Risky category by default
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)
Lower concern; typical powder cosmetic with no known PFAS risk drivers, but no transparency.
⚠Risky category by default
Honest Beauty
Creme Blush
Pigments, waxes, oils in cream base
Lower concern for PFAS, but brand offers no transparency.
⚠Risky category by default
Honest Beauty
The Honest Company Makeup | Creamy Orange Blush | Color: Orange | Size: Os | Pm-34916613's Closet
Pigments, waxes, emollients (typical blush formulation)
Lower concern, standard blush has minimal PFAS risk, but brand lacks transparency.
⚠Risky category by default
RMS Beauty
ReDimension Hydra Powder Blush
Powder blush with mineral/plant-based pigments and binders
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
Powder blend (mineral, mica, talc/or mineral alternatives); no Teflon-type coating or Teflon-family coating coatings disclosed
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)
Talc, mica, iron oxides, and binders; typical cosmetic powder formulation
Lower concern, powder blush formulations rarely contain PFAS, but RMS Beauty offers no explicit disclosure.
⚠Risky category by default
RMS Beauty
Hydra Powder Brush
Natural hair bristles, wooden handle
Lower PFAS concern for this natural-fiber brush; no known risk factors identified.
⚠Risky category by default
RMS Beauty
"re" dimension hydra powder blush
Mineral powder blend (talc-free formulation)
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
Mineral pigments, mica, shimmer; powder blush base
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)
Powder blend (talc or mica base, likely mineral pigments)
Lower-concern cosmetic powder; no known PFAS triggers, but limited brand transparency on ingredients.
⚠Risky category by default
RMS Beauty
R.e.m. Beauty Hypernova Satin Matte Blush
powder blush with natural mineral pigments
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
Cream blush/lipstick in stick form; base typically wax, emollient oils, pigments
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
Pigments, oils, waxes, emollients in cream/liquid base
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
liquid blush; water, glycerin, pigments, film-formers
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)
Powder blend (talc or mica base); no disclosed water-resistant or grease-resistant coating
Lower concern, typical powder blush with no water-repellent finish or disclosed coating.
⚠Risky category by default
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
Lower PFAS concern for pressed powder cosmetics; buy with moderate confidence.
⚠Risky category by default
Milk Makeup
blush RALLY
pigments, binders, talc/mica in cream-to-powder formulation
Lower concern, typical powder blush, but Milk Makeup makes no PFAS commitments.
⚠Risky category by default
Milk Makeup
Milk Touch Touch My Cheek Blush
Pigments, talc, mica, waxes, silicones (typical pressed powder blush formula)
Lower concern for typical powder blush; no waterproof claim or water-repellent coating treatment identified.
⚠Risky category by default
Milk Makeup
Bionic Blush - Blush
Powder blend (pigments, binders, talc or mica base)
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
Powder blush with waterproof binder system
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)
Powder blush with waterproof binder/film-forming agents (unspecified)
Skip until Fenty Beauty discloses waterproofing chemistry, cosmetic PFAS isn't routine tested.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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