Foundation, ranked by PFAS safety

99 products graded A to F, safest first. 68 earn a C or better and are worth buying.

Buyer’s guide

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

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The quickest read: what to skip and the top-graded picks worth buying instead.

AvoidF
Revlon ColorStay Makeup Combination Oily Skin

Revlon ColorStay

Revlon ColorStay Makeup Combination Oily Skin

30/100 safety

Skip or proceed with caution, waterproof cosmetics often use PFAS but Revlon discloses nothing.

BetterC
BareMinerals Original Pure Serum Radiant Nautral Liquid Foundation - Foundation

Bare Minerals Original

BareMinerals Original Pure Serum Radiant Nautral Liquid Foundation - Foundation

75/100 safety

Lower PFAS concern; mineral & water-based liquid foundation carries minimal nonstick or water-resistant coating risk typical of high-risk categories.

Best pickC
Mac Face Body Foundation

MAC Face and Body

Mac Face Body Foundation

75/100 safety

Lower PFAS concern for typical liquid foundation; no evidence of deliberate PFAS use, but no brand transparency.

Worth buying graded C or better, safest first

Mac Face Body Foundation

MAC Face and Body

Mac Face Body Foundation

Water-based liquid foundation (pigments, glycerin, humectants, emulsifiers)

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower PFAS concern for typical liquid foundation; no evidence of deliberate PFAS use, but no brand transparency.

Risky category by default

MAC Studio Radiance Face and Body Radiant Sheer Foundation

MAC Face and Body

MAC Studio Radiance Face and Body Radiant Sheer Foundation

Water-based liquid foundation with mineral/pigment suspension

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower concern; liquid cosmetics rarely use intentional PFAS, but MAC has not publicly disclosed PFAS policy.

Risky category by default

Fenty Beauty by Rihanna Pro Filt'r Soft Matte Longwear Foundation

Fenty Beauty Pro Filt'r

Fenty Beauty by Rihanna Pro Filt'r Soft Matte Longwear Foundation

liquid foundation with silicones, pigments, water base

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower-concern product with no known PFAS triggers, but brand offers no public reassurance.

Risky category by default

Pro Filt'r Soft Matte Longwear Foundation — #335

Fenty Beauty Pro Filt'r

Pro Filt'r Soft Matte Longwear Foundation — #335

liquid foundation with pigments, silicone, and emollients

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower PFAS concern for typical liquid foundation, but no third-party assurance.

Risky category by default

Liquid Mineral Foundation

Honest Company

Liquid Mineral Foundation

Water, mineral pigments (mica, iron oxides), emollients

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower concern for PFAS, but no public commitment from Honest Company.

Risky category by default

Honest Beauty Everything Cream Foundation

Honest Company

Honest Beauty Everything Cream Foundation

liquid cream foundation (water/glycerin base, pigments, emollients)

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate4 flags

Lower PFAS concern for a conventional cream foundation, but Honest Co.

Risky category by default

Honest Beauty Tinted Moisturizer SPF 20

Honest Company

Honest Beauty Tinted Moisturizer SPF 20

Emulsion base with mineral UV filters (likely zinc oxide or titanium dioxide)

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower PFAS concern for a cosmetic moisturizer; no red flags but no transparency either.

Risky category by default

Maybelline Fit Me Matte + Poreless Liquid Foundation

Maybelline Fit Me

Matte + Poreless Liquid Foundation

Water-based liquid foundation with silicones and pigments

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower PFAS concern for typical liquid foundation use, but verify full ingredient list for any aqueous film-forming additives.

Risky category by default

Maybelline Fit Me Matte + Poreless Liquid Foundation Makeup

Maybelline Fit Me

Matte + Poreless Liquid Foundation Makeup

water-based pigments, glycerin, silicones, talc

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower PFAS concern; no known aqueous coating or waterproofing treatment typical of PFAS use.

Risky category by default

Maybelline Fit Me Dewy + Smooth Foundation

Maybelline Fit Me

Dewy + Smooth Foundation

water-based liquid foundation with pigments, silicones, glycerin

C
C
PFASAll
C · Moderate1 flag

Lower concern; typical liquid foundation with no known PFAS triggers, but Maybelline does not disclose PFAS practices.

Risky category by default

Maybelline Fit Me Matte + Poreless Oil Free Liquid Foundation - 1 fl oz - 128 Warm Nude - 1 fl oz

Maybelline Fit Me

Matte + Poreless Oil Free Liquid Foundation - 1 fl oz - 128 Warm Nude - 1 fl oz

Water-soluble emulsion with talc, pigments, silicones; standard liquid foundation formulation

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

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

Risky category by default

Maybelline Fit Me Matte + Poreless Liquid Foundation Makeup, Classic Tan, 1 fl oz, Size: 1 ct

Maybelline Fit Me

Matte + Poreless Liquid Foundation Makeup, Classic Tan, 1 fl oz, Size: 1 ct

water-based liquid foundation; pigments, emollients, film-formers

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower concern; no known PFAS triggers, but Maybelline has not disclosed PFAS absence.

Risky category by default

Maybelline Fit Me Foundation

Maybelline Fit Me

Foundation

water-based liquid foundation with mineral pigments and glycerin

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower PFAS concern; no public evidence of intentional fluorochemicals in this liquid foundation formula.

Risky category by default

Maybelline Fit Me Dewy + Smooth Liquid Foundation Makeup with SPF 18, Classic Ivory, 1 fl. oz., Size: 1 fl oz

Maybelline Fit Me

Dewy + Smooth Liquid Foundation Makeup with SPF 18, Classic Ivory, 1 fl. oz., Size: 1 fl oz

liquid foundation emulsion (water, pigments, silicones, glycerin)

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate4 flags

Lower PFAS concern for typical liquid foundation; no waterproofing treatment disclosed.

Risky category by default

L"Oreal Paris True Match Super-Blendable Foundation Makeup

L'Oréal True Match

L"Oreal Paris True Match Super-Blendable Foundation Makeup

liquid foundation with water, mineral pigments, glycerin, silicones

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower concern foundation; no known PFAS triggers, but L'Oréal is silent on the topic.

Risky category by default

L'oreal Paris True Match Liquid Foundation Makeup, Natural Finish, N1 Soft Ivory, 1 fl oz - Old Version

L'Oréal True Match

L'oreal Paris True Match Liquid Foundation Makeup, Natural Finish, N1 Soft Ivory, 1 fl oz - Old Version

Water-based liquid foundation with pigments, binders, emollients, preservatives

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate4 flags

Lower concern, typical liquid foundation with no known PFAS-prone ingredients, but no brand transparency on PFAS.

Risky category by default

L'Oreal Paris True Match Nude Hyaluronic Tinted Serum

L'Oréal True Match

L'Oreal Paris True Match Nude Hyaluronic Tinted Serum

Water-based serum with hyaluronic acid; packaging unknown

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower PFAS concern for the product itself; packaging opacity prevents full clearance.

Risky category by default

L'Oreal True Match Super-Blendable Makeup

L'Oréal True Match

L'Oreal True Match Super-Blendable Makeup

pigments, polymers, talc, silicates in liquid/powder base

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower concern; no known PFAS triggers, but cosmetics oversight remains limited.

Risky category by default

L'oreal Paris True Match Lumi Healthy Luminous Makeup

L'Oréal True Match

L'oreal Paris True Match Lumi Healthy Luminous Makeup

Liquid foundation with talc, glycerin, water, pigments, silicones

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower-concern cosmetic; no PFAS-associated functions typical of this category.

Risky category by default

L'Oréal Paris L Paris Accord Foundation

L'Oréal True Match

L'Oréal Paris L Paris Accord Foundation

Water-based liquid foundation with pigments, emollients, and humectants

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower concern, standard liquid foundation with no known PFAS triggers, but no transparency claim.

Risky category by default

L'Oreal Paris True Match Foundation

L'Oréal True Match

L'Oreal Paris True Match Foundation

Water-based emulsion, pigments, glycerin, silicones

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate4 flags

Lower-concern cosmetic; no known PFAS use, but brand offers no explicit disclosure or testing.

Risky category by default

Estée Lauder Estee Lauder Double Wear Stay in Place Longwear Matte Foundation

Estée Lauder Double Wear

Estée Lauder Estee Lauder Double Wear Stay in Place Longwear Matte Foundation

liquid foundation with emollients, silicones, and pigments

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower PFAS concern for typical liquid foundation; no confirmed use of Teflon-family coating or waterproofing chemistry known.

Risky category by default

All Day Luminous Weightless Foundation Nars

NARS All Day Luminous

All Day Luminous Weightless Foundation Nars

Water-based emulsion foundation with silicones, glycerin, and pigments

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower concern; standard liquid foundation with no known PFAS triggers, but no transparency.

Risky category by default

NARS All Day Luminous Weightless Foundation - Trinidad Dark 1 oz

NARS All Day Luminous

Weightless Foundation - Trinidad Dark 1 oz

water-based liquid foundation with silicones and pigments

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower PFAS concern for typical liquid foundation; no known waterproofing or repellency coatings flagged.

Risky category by default

NARS Light Reflecting Foundation

NARS All Day Luminous

NARS Light Reflecting Foundation

liquid foundation with pigments, silicones, and water-based ingredients

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower concern for typical liquid foundation, but NARS makes no public PFAS commitment.

Risky category by default

NARS Natural Radiant Longwear Foundation

NARS All Day Luminous

NARS Natural Radiant Longwear Foundation

Silicone, glycerin, pigments, water-based emollients

C
C
PFASAll
C · Moderate1 flag

Lower concern for PFAS; typical liquid foundation formulation unlikely to require water/oil-resistant coatings.

Risky category by default

Nars All Day Luminous Weightless Foundation Color: Trinidad Dark 1

NARS All Day Luminous

Weightless Foundation Color: Trinidad Dark 1

Liquid foundation with silicones, pigments, and polymers

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower PFAS concern typical of cosmetics, but no transparency from brand.

Risky category by default

NARS Natural Matte Longwear Foundation

NARS All Day Luminous

NARS Natural Matte Longwear Foundation

liquid foundation with silicones, pigments, and emollients

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower concern for PFAS in typical liquid foundation; no known risk indicators, but manufacturer silence on PFAS is routine in cosmetics.

Risky category by default

bareMinerals Original Pure Serum Radiant Natural Liquid Foundation Mineral SPF 20

Bare Minerals Original

bareMinerals Original Pure Serum Radiant Natural Liquid Foundation Mineral SPF 20

mineral pigments, liquid carrier (water/glycerin base)

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate4 flags

Lower concern, mineral foundation base unlikely to contain PFAS, but brand transparency is absent.

Risky category by default

bareMinerals Original Liquid Mineral Foundation SPF 20

Bare Minerals Original

bareMinerals Original Liquid Mineral Foundation SPF 20

liquid mineral suspension (mica, iron oxides, talc/silica derivatives)

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower concern; no public PFAS risk signals identified, but no brand transparency on the topic.

Risky category by default

Bareminerals Original Liquid Foundation Makeup 1oz – Multiple Shades

Bare Minerals Original

Bareminerals Original Liquid Foundation Makeup 1oz – Multiple Shades

Liquid mineral foundation (iron oxides, mica, oils, preservatives)

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate4 flags

Lower PFAS concern for a mineral liquid foundation, but brand transparency absent.

Risky category by default

bareMinerals BAREPRO 24HR Wear Skin Perfecting Matte Liquid Foundation Mineral SPF 20

Bare Minerals Original

bareMinerals BAREPRO 24HR Wear Skin Perfecting Matte Liquid Foundation Mineral SPF 20

Mineral pigments, talc, mica, liquid polymers (unspecified)

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower concern, but mineral cosmetics lack transparency, silent on PFAS and chemical disclosures.

Risky category by default

bareMinerals Original Pure Serum Foundation 30ml

Bare Minerals Original

bareMinerals Original Pure Serum Foundation 30ml

Liquid serum foundation (mineral pigments, glycerin, water-based formula)

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower-concern cosmetic; mineral foundations typically avoid PFAS, but bareMinerals makes no explicit disclosure.

Risky category by default

Bareminerals Original Liquid Mineral Foundation Spf 20: Choose Your

Bare Minerals Original

Bareminerals Original Liquid Mineral Foundation Spf 20: Choose Your

Mineral pigments, talc, water, glycerin (liquid mineral foundation)

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate4 flags

Lower PFAS concern; typical mineral cosmetics carry minimal known risk, but brand provides no explicit disclosure.

Risky category by default

BareMinerals Original Pure Serum Radiant Nautral Liquid Foundation - Foundation

Bare Minerals Original

BareMinerals Original Pure Serum Radiant Nautral Liquid Foundation - Foundation

Water, mineral pigments, glycerin, plant oils

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower PFAS concern; mineral & water-based liquid foundation carries minimal nonstick or water-resistant coating risk typical of high-risk categories.

Risky category by default

Bobbi Brown Weightless Skin Foundation SPF 15

Bobbi Brown Skin Foundation

Bobbi Brown Weightless Skin Foundation SPF 15

liquid foundation (water, glycerin, silicones, pigments)

C
C
PFASAll
C · Moderate1 flag

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

Risky category by default

Bobbi Brown Mini Weightless Skin Foundation SPF 15

Bobbi Brown Skin Foundation

Bobbi Brown Mini Weightless Skin Foundation SPF 15

liquid foundation with pigments, oils, and silicones

C
C
PFASAll
C · Moderate1 flag

Lower concern; typical liquid foundation with no known PFAS triggers, though brand discloses nothing.

Risky category by default

Bobbi Brown Vitamin Enriched Skin Tint SPF 15

Bobbi Brown Skin Foundation

Bobbi Brown Vitamin Enriched Skin Tint SPF 15

liquid foundation with water, silicones, pigments, and preservatives

C
C
PFASAll
C · Moderate1 flag

Lower PFAS concern for a liquid foundation; no red flags, but brand offers no transparency.

Risky category by default

Bobbi Brown Skin Foundation Stick

Bobbi Brown Skin Foundation

Bobbi Brown Skin Foundation Stick

Wax-based stick (oils, waxes, pigments)

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower PFAS concern; stick cosmetics rarely require water-repellent coatings, but brand transparency is absent.

Risky category by default

Urban Decay All Nighter Liquid Foundation You Choose Matte Oil Free

Urban Decay All Nighter

Liquid Foundation You Choose Matte Oil Free

water-based liquid foundation (aqua, glycerin, silicones, pigments)

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower concern; typical liquid foundation has no obvious PFAS drivers, but brand discloses nothing.

Risky category by default

Clinique Beyond Perfecting Foundation + Concealer

Clinique Beyond Perfecting

Foundation + Concealer

liquid foundation with pigments, silicones, and emollients

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower concern for PFAS, but no brand transparency or third-party verification.

Risky category by default

Clinique Beyond Perfecting Foundation + Concealer Linen | SkincareEssentials

Clinique Beyond Perfecting

Foundation + Concealer Linen | SkincareEssentials

liquid foundation and concealer (pigments, silicones, glycerin, acrylates)

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower PFAS concern for typical liquid foundation; no known PFAS triggers in this category.

Risky category by default

Clinique Beyond Perfecting Foundation + Concealer, 1 oz. - 0.5 Breeze

Clinique Beyond Perfecting

Foundation + Concealer, 1 oz. - 0.5 Breeze

liquid foundation blend (pigments, binders, water, solvents)

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower PFAS concern for a standard liquid foundation; routine cosmetic chemistry unlikely to require fluorinated coatings.

Risky category by default

Clinique Beyond Perfecting Foundation + Concealer 30 Ml (choose Shade)

Clinique Beyond Perfecting

Foundation + Concealer 30 Ml (choose Shade)

liquid/cream cosmetic formulation in plastic bottle

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate4 flags

Lower concern; typical liquid foundation presents minimal PFAS risk, though brand transparency is absent.

Risky category by default

Shiseido Synchro Skin Self-Refreshing Foundation SPF 30

Shiseido Synchro Skin

Self-Refreshing Foundation SPF 30

liquid foundation with water, silicone, and pigments

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower PFAS concern for a standard liquid foundation, but no brand transparency on ingredient sourcing.

Risky category by default

Shiseido Synchro Skin Self-Refreshing Foundation

Shiseido Synchro Skin

Self-Refreshing Foundation

water and silicone-based liquid foundation with mineral pigments

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower concern for PFAS; no public evidence of intentional PFAS use in typical liquid foundations.

Risky category by default

Shiseido Synchro Skin Radiant Lifting Foundation

Shiseido Synchro Skin

Radiant Lifting Foundation

Water-based liquid foundation with talc or silica, emollients, pigments

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower concern, conventional liquid foundation with no known PFAS triggers, but no transparency.

Risky category by default

Shiseido Synchro Skin Glow Luminizing Fluid Foundation SPF 20

Shiseido Synchro Skin

Glow Luminizing Fluid Foundation SPF 20

water-based liquid foundation with silicones, glycerin, and polymeric film-formers

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower concern; typical liquid foundation with no known PFAS triggers, but no brand transparency on chemical disclosure.

Risky category by default

Shiseido Syncro Skin Self-Refreshing Foundation

Shiseido Synchro Skin

Shiseido Syncro Skin Self-Refreshing Foundation

liquid foundation with silicones, pigments, polymers

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower concern; typical liquid foundation with no known PFAS red flags, but brand offers no transparency.

Risky category by default

Shiseido Synchro Skin Self-Refreshing Foundation - One size

Shiseido Synchro Skin

Self-Refreshing Foundation - One size

Water-based liquid foundation with silicones and polymeric binders

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower PFAS concern for a liquid foundation, but no public disclosure from Shiseido.

Risky category by default

Shiseido Synchro Skin Radiant Lifting Foundation Alabaster

Shiseido Synchro Skin

Radiant Lifting Foundation Alabaster

liquid foundation with silicones and pigments

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower PFAS concern; typical cosmetic formula without known high-risk ingredients, but brand makes no transparency claim.

Risky category by default

Shiseido Revitalessence Skin Glow Foundation SPF 30

Shiseido Synchro Skin

Shiseido Revitalessence Skin Glow Foundation SPF 30

liquid foundation (pigments, glycerin, silicones, water base)

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower PFAS concern for typical liquid foundation, but Shiseido has not publicly disclosed PFAS testing or commitments.

Risky category by default

RMS Beauty ReEvolve Natural Finish Foundation

RMS Beauty Uncovered

RMS Beauty ReEvolve Natural Finish Foundation

Mineral pigments, plant oils, waxes (primary composition)

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate4 flags

Lower concern for PFAS risk, but brand transparency on ingredients is limited.

Risky category by default

RMS Beauty Un Cover-Up Cream Foundation

RMS Beauty Uncovered

RMS Beauty Un Cover-Up Cream Foundation

cream foundation; mineral pigments, plant waxes, oils

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower PFAS concern; cream cosmetics rarely need PFAS, but brand says nothing.

Risky category by default

RMS Beauty Un Cover-Up

RMS Beauty Uncovered

RMS Beauty Un Cover-Up

Mineral pigments, plant oils, waxes (typical clean beauty formulation)

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate4 flags

Lower PFAS concern for a mineral-based concealer, but no explicit brand transparency.

Risky category by default

RMS Beauty SuperNatural Radiance Tinted Serum SPF 30

RMS Beauty Uncovered

RMS Beauty SuperNatural Radiance Tinted Serum SPF 30

Liquid tinted serum with SPF 30 (mineral or chemical UV filters unspecified)

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate4 flags

Lower-concern cosmetic with no known PFAS triggers, but brand transparency on formulation is limited.

Risky category by default

RMS Beauty Un Cover-Up Concealer

RMS Beauty Uncovered

RMS Beauty Un Cover-Up Concealer

organic, natural oil-based formulation

C
C
PFASAll
C · Moderate1 flag

Lower PFAS concern; natural cosmetic formulation without typical PFAS triggers, but verify with brand.

Risky category by default

RMS Beauty Un Cover-Up in 11

RMS Beauty Uncovered

RMS Beauty Un Cover-Up in 11

Mineral-based pigments, oils, waxes, and plant extracts

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate4 flags

Lower PFAS concern for this loose mineral powder; no red flags in formulation or brand transparency.

Risky category by default

RMS Beauty W-C-13745 0.2 oz UN Cover Up-000, Snow whites

RMS Beauty Uncovered

RMS Beauty W-C-13745 0.2 oz UN Cover Up-000, Snow whites

talc, mica, iron oxides, pigments (cream/powder cosmetic)

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower concern, mineral cream cosmetics rarely contain PFAS, but no public disclosure confirms it.

Risky category by default

RMS Beauty ReEvolve Natural Finish Foundation 55 (tanned amber for olive skin tones)

RMS Beauty Uncovered

RMS Beauty ReEvolve Natural Finish Foundation 55 (tanned amber for olive skin tones)

mineral pigments, plant oils, waxes, talc

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower PFAS concern for this liquid foundation; no known risk triggers, but RMS Beauty makes no public PFAS commitment.

Risky category by default

ILIA Super Serum Skin Tint SPF 40

Ilia Super Serum Skin Tint

SPF 40

Water/mineral-based liquid foundation with SPF

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower PFAS concern for a tinted moisturizer; standard liquid cosmetics rarely need fluorinated additives.

Risky category by default

ILIA Super Serum Skin Tint SPF 40: Hydrate, Protect, Glow

Ilia Super Serum Skin Tint

SPF 40: Hydrate, Protect, Glow

Liquid mineral pigments, silica, plant-derived film formers; typical tinted moisturizer base

C
C
PFASAll
C · Moderate1 flag

Lower concern, mineral-based liquid formula, but brand offers no PFAS disclosure or verification.

Risky category by default

ILIA Skin Tint + Blur Complexion Duo

Ilia Super Serum Skin Tint

ILIA Skin Tint + Blur Complexion Duo

Water-soluble polymers, pigments, mineral filters, glycerin base (typical liquid/cream foundation)

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower PFAS concern typical for liquid cosmetics, but brand makes no transparency statement.

Risky category by default

ILIA Beauty Super Serum Skin Tint Foundation SPF 40

Ilia Super Serum Skin Tint

ILIA Beauty Super Serum Skin Tint Foundation SPF 40

Liquid foundation with mineral pigments, silicone base

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower PFAS concern for this liquid foundation; no known waterproofing or nonstick coatings typical of PFAS-risk cosmetics.

Risky category by default

Super Serum Skin Tint SPF 40 - Hydrating Foundation

Ilia Super Serum Skin Tint

Super Serum Skin Tint SPF 40 - Hydrating Foundation

Liquid foundation base (water, silicones, pigments); no disclosed PFAS-prone coatings

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower concern for PFAS; no high-risk coatings disclosed, but brand is silent on PFAS sourcing.

Risky category by default

Ilia Super Serum Skin Tint SPF 40 ST16 Pavones (Very deep with cool undertones)

Ilia Super Serum Skin Tint

SPF 40 ST16 Pavones (Very deep with cool undertones)

Liquid foundation with mineral pigments, water, silicones, plant extracts, UV filters

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower-concern cosmetic; no PFAS-typical ingredients identified, but brand provides no disclosure.

Risky category by default

Super Serum Skin Tint SPF 40

Ilia Super Serum Skin Tint

Super Serum Skin Tint SPF 40

Liquid cosmetic serum with sunscreen (SPF 40); likely talc, mineral pigments, silicones, glycerin, water

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate4 flags

Lower PFAS concern for a liquid cosmetic, but brand is silent on ingredient sourcing.

Risky category by default

Super Serum Skin Tint Foundation SPF 40 - ST9 Paloma by ILIA Beauty for Women - 1 oz Foundation

Ilia Super Serum Skin Tint

Super Serum Skin Tint Foundation SPF 40 - ST9 Paloma by ILIA Beauty for Women - 1 oz Foundation

Liquid foundation with mineral pigments and polymeric film-formers

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower PFAS concern for a liquid foundation, but no independent verification of formula.

Risky category by default

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

MAC Studio Fix Fluid SPF 15 24HR Matte Foundation Oil Control

MAC Face and Body

MAC Studio Fix Fluid SPF 15 24HR Matte Foundation Oil Control

liquid foundation with silicones, pigments, preservatives (standard formula)

D
D · Elevated

No public PFAS risk signals, but MAC offers no disclosure, cosmetics formulae remain opaque.

Risky category by default

Bobbi Brown Skin Foundation SPF 15

Bobbi Brown Skin Foundation

SPF 15

Water-based liquid foundation with emollients and silicones

D
D · Elevated

Low specific PFAS risk profile, but no transparency, liquid cosmetics rarely require waterproofing chemistry, yet brand silence limits assurance.

Risky category by default

Maybelline Fit Me Matte + Poreless Liquid Foundation Makeup - 1.0 fl oz

Maybelline Fit Me

Matte + Poreless Liquid Foundation Makeup - 1.0 fl oz

water-based liquid foundation with polymeric film-formers and silicones

D
D · Elevated

Skip unless you verify with Maybelline directly, no public PFAS disclosure or testing.

Risky category by default

Estée Lauder Estee Lauder Double Wear Sheer Long-Wear Foundation SPF 19

Estée Lauder Double Wear

Estée Lauder Estee Lauder Double Wear Sheer Long-Wear Foundation SPF 19

Water-based liquid foundation with silicones, glycerin, polymethyl methacrylate (PMMA)

D
D · Elevated

Lower concern cosmetic; no known PFAS use in formulation, but no brand transparency on PFAS policy.

Risky category by default

Estee Lauder Double Wear Stay-in-Place Foundation SPF10

Estée Lauder Double Wear

Estee Lauder Double Wear Stay-in-Place Foundation SPF10

liquid foundation (water, silicones, pigments, emollients)

D
D · Elevated

Low PFAS risk profile, but cosmetics are rarely tested, proceed without strong reassurance.

Risky category by default

NARS All Day Luminous Weightless Foundation

NARS All Day Luminous

Weightless Foundation

liquid foundation with silicones, pigments, and standard cosmetic emulsifiers

D
D · Elevated

Lower concern than apparel or cookware, but foundation formulations lack public PFAS disclosure, caution warranted.

Risky category by default

NARS Sheer Glow Foundation

NARS All Day Luminous

NARS Sheer Glow Foundation

liquid foundation (water/silicone emulsion base)

D
D · Elevated

Lower PFAS risk than water-resistant cosmetics, but opaque ingredient disclosure limits certainty.

Risky category by default

Bobbi Brown Intensive Serum Foundation SPF

Bobbi Brown Skin Foundation

Bobbi Brown Intensive Serum Foundation SPF

liquid foundation with SPF; typical pigments, emollients, UV filters

D
D · Elevated

Insufficient transparency; no public PFAS commitment or third-party testing on record.

Risky category by default

Bobbi Brown Skin Long-Wear Weightless Foundation

Bobbi Brown Skin Foundation

Bobbi Brown Skin Long-Wear Weightless Foundation

Liquid foundation with silicones, pigments, and polymer emollients

D
D · Elevated

Insufficient public data on PFAS content; no brand disclosure to assess risk.

Risky category by default

Bobbi Brown Skin Long-Wear Weightless Foundation SPF 15 Cool Walnut (c-096), Size: 1 oz, Beige

Bobbi Brown Skin Foundation

Bobbi Brown Skin Long-Wear Weightless Foundation SPF 15 Cool Walnut (c-096), Size: 1 oz, Beige

liquid foundation (water, silicones, pigments, emollients)

D
D · Elevated

Lower-concern cosmetic, but Bobbi Brown makes no public PFAS disclosure, hard to verify claims.

Risky category by default

Urban Decay All Nighter Liquid Foundation

Urban Decay All Nighter

Liquid Foundation

liquid foundation (water, silicone, pigments, binders)

D
D · Elevated

No public PFAS red flags, but complete lack of brand transparency limits confidence.

Risky category by default

Urban Decay All Nighter Liquid Foundation Shade 3.25 1 Fl Oz (new In

Urban Decay All Nighter

Liquid Foundation Shade 3.25 1 Fl Oz (new In

liquid foundation (water, pigments, polymers)

D
D · Elevated

Insufficient public data, skip unless Urban Decay discloses ingredient transparency.

Risky category by default

Urban Decay All Nighter Liquid Foundation - 12.0 Rare - Discontinued

Urban Decay All Nighter

Liquid Foundation - 12.0 Rare - Discontinued

liquid foundation (water, glycerin, pigments, silicones, polymers)

D
D · Elevated

Low public visibility on PFAS; discontinued product limits new testing incentive.

Risky category by default

Urban Decay All Nighter Liquid Foundation - 3.25 - 1 Oz/30 Ml In Box

Urban Decay All Nighter

Liquid Foundation - 3.25 - 1 Oz/30 Ml In Box

liquid foundation (water, glycerin, silicones, pigments)

D
D · Elevated

Insufficient data; cosmetic liquids rarely require PFAS, but Urban Decay makes no public disclosure.

Risky category by default

Revlon ColorStay Makeup Normal Dry Skin

Revlon ColorStay

Makeup Normal Dry Skin

liquid foundation with film-formers and pigments

D
D · Elevated

Insufficient public data; cosmetic foundations rarely disclosed for PFAS, warranting caution with water-resistant claims.

Risky category by default

Revlon ColorStay Liquid Foundation Makeup, Matte Finish, Combination/Oily Skin, SPF 15, 220 Natural Beige, 1 fl oz

Revlon ColorStay

Liquid Foundation Makeup, Matte Finish, Combination/Oily Skin, SPF 15, 220 Natural Beige, 1 fl oz

Water-based liquid foundation; primary ingredients typical pigments, polymers, and silicones

D
D · Elevated

Moderate uncertainty, common makeup formula but no public PFAS testing or disclosure from Revlon.

Risky category by default

Revlon ColorStay Light Cover Liquid Foundation

Revlon ColorStay

Light Cover Liquid Foundation

liquid foundation with silicones and film-formers

D
D · Elevated

Liquid foundations rarely disclose PFAS; no red flags but no assurance either.

Risky category by default

Clinique Beyond Perfecting Foundation + Concealer - CN 02 Breeze

Clinique Beyond Perfecting

Foundation + Concealer - CN 02 Breeze

Pigments, solvents, silicones, waxes (standard foundation/concealer blend)

D
D · Elevated

No public PFAS risk flags, but lack of transparency and no third-party testing leave uncertainty.

Risky category by default

Clinique Beyond Perfecting Foundation Concealer, Size None, Honey

Clinique Beyond Perfecting

Foundation Concealer, Size None, Honey

Presumed liquid/cream foundation with talc or mineral pigments; container/applicator composition not disclosed

D
D · Elevated

No public PFAS risk signals, but Clinique discloses little, proceed with low concern but without assurance.

Risky category by default

Double Wear Stay In Place Makeup Estee Lauder

Estée Lauder Double Wear

Double Wear Stay In Place Makeup Estee Lauder

liquid foundation with film-forming polymers and waterproof binders

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until Estée Lauder discloses waterproofing agents; waterproof cosmetics carry PFAS risk.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Estee Lauder Double Wear Maximum Cover Camouflage Makeup

Estée Lauder Double Wear

Estee Lauder Double Wear Maximum Cover Camouflage Makeup

Liquid foundation with waterproofing agents

F
F · High PFAS

Low transparency on PFAS; waterproof cosmetics pose moderate concern, skip if PFAS-free alternatives available.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Estee Lauder Double Wear Stay-in-place Foundation

Estée Lauder Double Wear

Estee Lauder Double Wear Stay-in-place Foundation

Liquid foundation with waterproofing agents (dimethicone, polymers)

F
F · High PFAS

Skip or contact Estée Lauder directly, waterproof cosmetics carry PFAS risk, and the brand discloses nothing.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Estee Lauder Double Wear Light Stay in Place Makeup

Estée Lauder Double Wear

Estee Lauder Double Wear Light Stay in Place Makeup

Water-resistant silicone, polymers, and pigments (unspecified coatings)

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until Estée Lauder discloses waterproofing chemistry, silence on PFAS in cosmetics is a red flag.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Estée Lauder Estee Lauder Double Wear Sheer Long Wear Makeup SPF 20

Estée Lauder Double Wear

Estée Lauder Estee Lauder Double Wear Sheer Long Wear Makeup SPF 20

liquid foundation with water-resistant silicone/polymer base, SPF 20 filter

F
F · High PFAS

Skip or use sparingly, waterproofing in cosmetics raises PFAS concern; brand offers no transparency.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

All Nighter Liquid Full Coverage Foundation

Urban Decay All Nighter

All Nighter Liquid Full Coverage Foundation

liquid foundation with silicone base and waterproofing agents

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until Urban Decay discloses waterproofing chemistry or third-party tests the formula.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Urban decay foundation

Urban Decay All Nighter

Urban decay foundation

Silicone, glycerin, humectants, and film-forming polymers

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until brand discloses waterproofing chemistry, All Nighter's long-wear formula likely contains water/sweat-resistant coatings of unspecified composition.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Urban Decay Face Bond Self-Setting Waterproof Foundation

Urban Decay All Nighter

Urban Decay Face Bond Self-Setting Waterproof Foundation

Silicone polymer base with waterproofing agent

F
F · High PFAS

Waterproof cosmetics carry modest PFAS risk; Urban Decay silent on ingredients, skip if concerned, or contact brand directly.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Revlon ColorStay Makeup for Combination/Oily Skin

Revlon ColorStay

Makeup for Combination/Oily Skin

Liquid foundation with silicones, polymers, waterproofing agents

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until Revlon discloses water-resistant formula ingredients; waterproof cosmetics carry PFAS risk without transparency.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Revlon ColorStay Liquid Foundation Makeup, Normal/Dry Skin, SPF 20, 200 Nude, 1 fl oz

Revlon ColorStay

Liquid Foundation Makeup, Normal/Dry Skin, SPF 20, 200 Nude, 1 fl oz

Water-resistant liquid foundation with silicone and pigment base

F
F · High PFAS

Moderate concern: waterproof cosmetics carry inherent PFAS risk; Revlon discloses nothing; independent verification absent.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Revlon ColorStay Makeup for Normal/Dry Skin

Revlon ColorStay

Makeup for Normal/Dry Skin

liquid foundation with waterproofing agents, pigments, polymers

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until Revlon discloses waterproof formula ingredients or third-party tests the product.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Revlon ColorStay Makeup Combination Oily Skin

Revlon ColorStay

Makeup Combination Oily Skin

liquid foundation with waterproof polymers (silicone base)

F
F · High PFAS

Skip or proceed with caution, waterproof cosmetics often use PFAS but Revlon discloses nothing.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

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