Lip Gloss, ranked by PFAS safety
100 products graded A to F, safest first. 90 earn a C or better and are worth buying.
Buyer’s guide
What to look for in lip gloss, and which brands grade best and worst
Bad · Better · Best lip gloss
The quickest read: what to skip and the top-graded picks worth buying instead.
Sally Hansen
Sally Hansen Diamond Lip Treatment Gloss, Princess Pink., Size: 0.22
Waterproof lip cosmetics often contain PFAS.
Bare Minerals
Bare Minerals Gleam On Lip Gloss-Balm Duo
Lower PFAS concern for a mineral-based lip product, but Bare Minerals makes no public PFAS commitment.
Worth buying graded C or better, safest first
MAC
Lipglass Air Non-Sticky Lip Gloss
Silicone-based non-sticky gloss formula (typical MAC formulation)
Lower concern, silicone glosses carry minimal PFAS risk, but MAC offers no public PFAS transparency.
⚠Risky category by default
Fenty Beauty
Gloss Bomb Oil Luminizing Lip Oil 'N Gloss
Oil base (likely mineral or plant oils), wax, pigment, no known fluorinated coatings
Lower concern, oil-based lip cosmetic with no documented PFAS triggers, but no third-party verification.
⚠Risky category by default
Burt's Bees
Lip Shimmer
Natural waxes, oils, and pigments (beeswax, jojoba oil, mineral mica)
Lower PFAS concern, natural lip colorant with no waterproofing claims or synthetic coatings typical of PFAS use.
⚠Risky category by default
NARS
Hot Escape Afterglow Lip Oil
Oil blend (jojoba, argan, vitamin E); typical lip oil formulation without aqueous content
Lower concern; lip oil formulation unlikely to require water-resistant or grease-resistant treatments, but NARS makes no public PFAS commitment.
⚠Risky category by default
NARS
Mini Afterglow Liquid Blush & Lip Shine Duo
liquid blush & lip shine, pigments, humectants, film-formers in water or solvent base
Lower-concern cosmetic with no known PFAS triggers, but brand discloses nothing about ingredients or PFAS policy.
⚠Risky category by default
NARS
Lip Gloss Bougainville
Pigments, oils, waxes, resins in liquid/gel formula
Lower concern; lip gloss formulas rarely contain PFAS, but NARS discloses nothing.
⚠Risky category by default
Charlotte Tilbury
Pillow Talk Fair Mini Glossy Lips Duo
Pigments, waxes, oils, resins in lip gloss formulation
Lower PFAS concern for typical lip gloss; no public evidence of risk, but brand offers no transparency.
⚠Risky category by default
Charlotte Tilbury
Hyaluronic Happikiss
Lip tint pigments, humectants, waxes, oils in cosmetic formulation
Lower-concern cosmetic product with no known PFAS triggers; brand silent on PFAS.
⚠Risky category by default
Charlotte Tilbury
Pillow Talk Charlotte Tilbury Big Lip Plumpgasm
Wax, oils, pigments, emollients in a cream lip product
Lower PFAS concern for a standard cream cosmetic; no red flags in formulation type, but brand offers no transparency.
⚠Risky category by default
Maybelline
Lifter Gloss Lip Gloss
Hydrocarbon waxes, oils, and pigments
Lower concern, typical lip gloss formula unlikely to contain PFAS, but Maybelline provides no public transparency.
⚠Risky category by default
Maybelline
(2 pack) Lifter Gloss Lip Gloss with Hyaluronic Acid, Hydrating Shine, Stone, 0.18 fl oz
lip gloss with hyaluronic acid, typical polymers and film-formers
Lower PFAS concern for this lip gloss; no waterproofing treatment implied, typical cosmetic formulation.
⚠Risky category by default
Maybelline
Shine Sensational Lip Gloss
Glycerin, silicone, wax, pigments
Lower-concern product; no known PFAS-prone formulation, but cosmetics lack transparency.
⚠Risky category by default
NYX Professional Makeup
Fat Oil Lip Drip
Emollient lip oil blend (likely silicone, plant oils, vitamin E)
Lower-concern cosmetic; lip oils rarely require PFAS, but NYX offers no PFAS transparency.
⚠Risky category by default
NYX Professional Makeup
Duck Plump Lip Gloss
Lip gloss with dimethicone, oils, waxes, pigments
Lower concern, typical lip gloss formula with no known PFAS-use pathway, but brand offers no transparency.
⚠Risky category by default
NYX Professional Makeup
Butter Gloss
Oil, wax, and pigment emulsion (typical gloss formulation)
Lower PFAS concern for a standard lip gloss; no public evidence of intentional PFAS use.
⚠Risky category by default
NYX Professional Makeup
NYX Butter Gloss Kit
emollient oils, waxes, pigments in liquid gloss base
Lower concern for PFAS; typical lip gloss formula unlikely to require fluorochemicals, but NYX does not disclose.
⚠Risky category by default
Glossier
Glossier
cosmetic powders, pigments, emollients (brand does not disclose full formulation)
Lower concern for typical use, but Glossier does not publicly disclose PFAS policies, verify ingredient list if concerned.
⚠Risky category by default
Glossier
High Shine Lip Gloss
Silicone-based polymers, waxes, oils, pigments
Lower concern, but Glossier offers no PFAS disclosure, typical for cosmetics, higher transparency preferred.
⚠Risky category by default
Revlon
Super Lustrous Moisturizing High Shine Lip Gloss, 243 Sizzling Coral, 0.13 oz
liquid cosmetic emulsion (oils, waxes, pigments); standard lip gloss base
Lower concern; standard lip gloss without waterproofing or specialty coatings.
⚠Risky category by default
Revlon
Colorburst Lipgloss Orange Glow
Wax, oils, pigments, silicones (typical lipgloss base)
Lower concern; typical lipgloss formulation without known PFAS triggers, though cosmetics industry transparency remains inconsistent.
⚠Risky category by default
Revlon
Colorburst Lipgloss
Organic oils, waxes, pigments, film-forming resins (typical lipgloss base)
Lower concern, traditional lipgloss formulation with no known PFAS triggers, but Revlon provides no public disclosure.
⚠Risky category by default
Benefit Cosmetics
Benetint Pocket Pal Dual-Ended Longwear Lip Stain & Gloss
liquid pigment, wax, oils, silicones (typical lip stain/gloss formulation)
Lower concern, typical lip cosmetic with no known PFAS markers, but brand offers no transparency.
⚠Risky category by default
Benefit Cosmetics
Rollin' with Benetint Lip Oil Duo Gift Set
Oil-based lip product (mineral oil, plant oils, waxes)
Lower PFAS concern for a cosmetic oil; no red flags but brand disclosure is absent.
⚠Risky category by default
Benefit Cosmetics
Benefit Ultra Shines Lip Shine
Silicone, wax, emollients (typical lip shine formulation)
Lower-concern category; no known PFAS risk, but Benefit does not disclose cosmetic PFAS practices.
⚠Risky category by default
Benefit Cosmetics
Benefit Ultra Plush Lip Gloss
Lip gloss base (typical: oils, waxes, resins, pigments)
Lower PFAS concern for a typical lip gloss, but Benefit makes no public transparency on ingredients.
⚠Risky category by default
Benefit Cosmetics
Benefit Benetint Cheek & Lip Stain
liquid pigments, glycerin, film-forming polymers (cellulose/acrylates typical)
Lower concern; liquid cosmetic with no known PFAS triggers, though no brand transparency.
⚠Risky category by default
Benefit Cosmetics
Rare Benefit Cosmetics Hervana Ultra Plush Lip Gloss
Emollients, resins, pigments (typical lip gloss formula)
Lower-concern category, but Benefit makes no PFAS disclosure, typical for cosmetics.
⚠Risky category by default
Benefit Cosmetics
Lip Butter Balm
waxes, oils, butters (emollient blend)
Lower PFAS concern, lip balm is not a typical PFAS application, but brand silent on formulation.
⚠Risky category by default
Estée Lauder
Estee Lauder Pure Color
Wax, pigments, emollients, talc, mica
Lower PFAS concern for typical lipstick; brand discloses nothing.
⚠Risky category by default
Estée Lauder
Estée Lauder Gloss
Lip gloss (oils, resins, waxes, pigments)
Lower concern for typical cosmetic gloss; no known PFAS-linked formulations in this category.
⚠Risky category by default
Pacifica
Enlightened Lip Gloss
Emollients, waxes, pigments, film-formers (typical lip gloss base)
Lower-concern cosmetic with no known PFAS risks, but brand offers no transparency.
⚠Risky category by default
Pacifica
Enlightened Lip Gloss Sugar Cake
Wax, oils, pigments (typical lip gloss)
Lower PFAS concern for a standard wax-based lip gloss; no red flags detected.
⚠Risky category by default
Pacifica
Color Quench Lip Tint
water-based pigments, oils, waxes in liquid/cream form
Lower PFAS concern for this lip tint; typical cosmetic formula unlikely to use fluorochemicals, but no brand assurance given.
⚠Risky category by default
Pacifica
Vegan Collagen Complex Lip Balm
Wax-based balm with plant-derived emollients
Lower-risk cosmetic; no known PFAS trigger, but brand says nothing about PFAS sourcing.
⚠Risky category by default
Pacifica
Blueberry Crush Lip Buttercream
Lip butter blend (waxes, oils, butters)
Lower-concern cosmetic; no known PFAS triggers, but brand hasn't publicly addressed the topic.
⚠Risky category by default
Pacifica
Strawberry Sugar Lip Buttercream
Wax, oils, butter, pigments (lip balm base)
Lower concern, lip balm format & typical cosmetic ingredients suggest PFAS unlikely, but no brand transparency.
⚠Risky category by default
Pacifica
Lavender Moon Bedtime Lip Treatment
Wax and oil blend (likely plant/mineral-based)
Lower concern, lip balms rarely need PFAS, but Pacifica doesn't disclose formulation details.
⚠Risky category by default
Juice Beauty
Sheer Lip Gloss
Organic plant waxes and oils (brand emphasis on natural ingredients)
Lower PFAS concern; natural cosmetic formula, but brand makes no explicit commitment.
⚠Risky category by default
Juice Beauty
Conditioning Lip Color
Color pigments, oils, waxes, conditioning agents (typical lip color formulation)
Lower-concern product; no PFAS-typical triggers identified in standard lip color chemistry.
⚠Risky category by default
Juice Beauty
Makeup | Juice Beauty Pink And Silver Lip Gloss Collection | Color: Pink/Silver | Size: Os | Yhawaii's Closet
Cosmetic pigments, oils, waxes (typical lip gloss base)
Lower PFAS concern; lip gloss is a leave-on cosmetic without typical PFAS triggers.
⚠Risky category by default
Juice Beauty
Reflecting Gloss, Organic Champagne, .28 oz
Lip gloss with organic plant-based oils and waxes (typical formulation)
Lower PFAS concern for a lip gloss, but no transparency from brand.
⚠Risky category by default
Juice Beauty
PHYTO-PIGments Sheer Lip Gloss Bikini
mineral pigments, waxes, oils (typical lip gloss formulation)
Lower PFAS concern for a decorative lip gloss with no waterproofing claims, but brand silence leaves modest uncertainty.
⚠Risky category by default
Bare Minerals
bareMinerals Mineralist Lip Gloss-Balm
mineral pigments, waxes, oils
Lower concern; mineral-based formula with no known PFAS triggers, but brand offers no transparency.
⚠Risky category by default
Bare Minerals
bareMinerals Dewy Lip Gloss Balm
wax, oils, pigments (typical lip balm base)
Lower concern for PFAS; lip balm formulations rarely require fluorinated coatings, but verify ingredient list for any undisclosed waterproofing agents.
⚠Risky category by default
Bare Minerals
bareMinerals Nourishing Lip Oil
oils (jojoba, rose hip, squalane, vitamin E)
Lower PFAS concern; lip oils rarely require water/stain resistance treatments that drive PFAS use.
⚠Risky category by default
Bare Minerals
Gleam On Lip Gloss-Balm Duo
Mineral pigments, waxes, oils, polymeric binders (standard cosmetic formulation)
Lower PFAS concern for a mineral-based lip product, but Bare Minerals makes no public PFAS commitment.
⚠Risky category by default
Bare Minerals
Mineralist Lip Gloss Balm
mineral pigments, waxes, oils (typical lip balm base)
Lower PFAS concern, mineral cosmetics rarely require water/stain resistance that drives PFAS use, but no brand transparency.
⚠Risky category by default
Bare Minerals
bareMinerals Gen Nude Buttercream Lip Gloss
Oil/wax emulsion lip gloss (standard cosmetic formulation)
Lower PFAS concern for a simple lip gloss, but no brand transparency on ingredients.
⚠Risky category by default
Bare Minerals
bareMinerals Gleam On Full Size Lip Gloss Balm Duo
pigments, waxes, oils in lip balm formulation
Lower PFAS concern; lip balm is not a typical exposure vector, but bare minerals has not publicly disclosed PFAS status.
⚠Risky category by default
Bare Minerals
bareMinerals Mineralist Gloss-Balm - Zen
mineral pigments, waxes, oils (typical gloss-balm base)
Lower-concern cosmetic; mineral/wax-based formulas rarely require PFAS, but brand discloses nothing.
⚠Risky category by default
Clinique
Pop Lip + Cheek Oil
oil-based liquid cosmetic (oils, pigments, emollients)
Lower concern, oil/cheek product lacks typical PFAS use-case, but Clinique offers no public PFAS commitment.
⚠Risky category by default
Clinique
Almost Lipstick
wax, oils, pigments (standard lipstick)
Lower concern; traditional lipstick formulation with no public PFAS indicators.
⚠Risky category by default
Clinique
Chubby Stick Moisturizing Lip Colour Balm
Wax, oils, pigments (typical lip balm formulation)
Lower-concern product; no known PFAS triggers, but Clinique offers no public PFAS transparency.
⚠Risky category by default
Clinique
Kate Spade New York Pop Plush Creamy Lip Gloss
wax, oil, and pigment blend (typical lip gloss)
Lower-concern cosmetic; no known PFAS triggers, but Clinique doesn't disclose PFAS policy.
⚠Risky category by default
Clinique
Pop Plush Creamy Lip Gloss - 03 Brulee Pop by Clinique for Women - 0.11 oz Lip Gloss
Hydrogenated polyisobutene, waxes, pigments, talc
Lower PFAS concern, typical lip gloss formula without known fluorochemical triggers.
⚠Risky category by default
Prestige
Cosmetics Vivid Lipgloss Taste Of Merlot Pvl-05
wax, oil, pigment blend (typical lipgloss)
Lower concern. Lipgloss formulations rarely contain intentional PFAS.
⚠Risky category by default
Prestige
Lip Oil
oils, waxes, pigments (cosmetic formulation)
Likely lower concern. No known PFAS application in lip oils.
⚠Risky category by default
Prestige
Cosmetics Berry Bliss Vinyl Lip Gloss
vinyl polymer, pigments, resins
Vinyl lip gloss unlikely to contain PFAS.
⚠Risky category by default
Prestige
Mini-Me Prestige Shiny Lip Gloss Set
typical lip gloss oils, resins, pigments
Cosmetic lip gloss, lower concern by category.
⚠Risky category by default
Prestige
Cosmetics Vivid Lipgloss Fuchsia Blast Pvl-08
lipgloss with typical cosmetic waxes, oils, resins, pigments
Lower concern. Prestige does not disclose PFAS, typical lipgloss formulation.
⚠Risky category by default
Sally Hansen
Comfort Shine Lip Glaze
lip glaze, cosmetic emulsion
Lip glaze carries lower PFAS risk than waterproof cosmetics, but no disclosure.
⚠Risky category by default
Sally Hansen
Honeymoon Red Diamond Lip Treatment
Wax, oils, emollients, pigments
Lip treatment with no PFAS-linked ingredients flagged; lower concern overall.
⚠Risky category by default
Sally Hansen
LOT OF 3 - Sally Hansen MIRACLE CARE Lipgloss Lip saver - JOY(6674-30) NEW.
lipgloss with wax and oil base
Lower concern cosmetic. No known PFAS ingredients in standard lip glosses.
⚠Risky category by default
Sally Hansen
Diamond 12 Hr Lip Treatment
Wax and emollient blend, typical lip balm
Lower concern lip balm; no known PFAS triggers identified.
⚠Risky category by default
Sally Hansen
Satin Effects Lip Gloss
Wax, oils, pigments (typical lip gloss base)
Lower concern. Lip gloss typically lacks PFAS triggers.
⚠Risky category by default
Sally Hansen
Sally Hamsen Triple Moist Lip Shine 6640-01
wax, oils, pigments (typical lip gloss)
Lower concern; typical cosmetic lip product with no known PFAS use.
⚠Risky category by default
Ulta Beauty
Collection Plumped Up Pout Lip Gloss
Typical lip gloss: mineral oil, waxes, pigments, film-formers
Lower PFAS concern for standard lip gloss.
⚠Risky category by default
Ulta Beauty
Jelly Gloss Lip Gel
gel base, humectants, polymers, pigments
Lower concern. Lip gel unlikely to contain PFAS without specific waterproofing.
⚠Risky category by default
Ulta Beauty
Butter Gloss NYX
Oil, wax, pigments, emollients
Lower PFAS concern for typical lip gloss formulation.
⚠Risky category by default
Ulta Beauty
Essence Juicy Bomb Shiny Lipgloss
Glycerin, waxes, colorants, polymers (standard cosmetic formulation)
Lower concern. Standard lip gloss with no known PFAS triggers.
⚠Risky category by default
Ulta Beauty
Fenty Beauty Gloss Bomb Universal Lip Luminizer
Oil, wax, pigments, emollients (typical lip gloss base)
Lower concern. Standard lip gloss formula lacks typical PFAS triggers.
⚠Risky category by default
Ulta Beauty
Revlon Super Lustrous Lip Gloss
Oils, waxes, pigments, polymers (typical lip gloss base)
Typical lip gloss. No known PFAS risk, but limited brand disclosure.
⚠Risky category by default
Ulta Beauty
Lancome Juicy Tubes Lip Gloss
cosmetic oils, waxes, pigments (typical lip gloss base)
Lower concern. Lip gloss formulas rarely use PFAS; no red flags identified.
⚠Risky category by default
Ulta Beauty
Collection Ultra Gloss Hydrating Hybrid Lip Gloss Oil
oil-based lip gloss with hydrocarbon emollients
Lower concern cosmetic oil.
⚠Risky category by default
Crayola
Lip Smacker Crayola Party Pack Lip Balm
Wax blend, oils, colorants (typical lip balm)
Lower concern. Standard lip balm formulation unlikely to contain PFAS.
⚠Risky category by default
Crayola
Sky Blue Blueberry Flavored Lip Gloss
Wax, oil, pigment blend (typical lip gloss)
Lower concern cosmetic; Crayola does not disclose PFAS use.
⚠Risky category by default
Crayola
Lip Smacker Crayola Liquid Lip Gloss Party Pack
Liquid cosmetic gel, likely silicone or polymer base with colorants
Lower concern. Liquid cosmetics rarely contain intentional PFAS.
⚠Risky category by default
Crayola
Lip Smacker Crayola Liquid Lip Party Pack
water-based liquid pigments, waxes, oils
Lower concern. Liquid lip cosmetic with no known PFAS triggers identified.
⚠Risky category by default
Crayola
Lip Smacker Crayola Liquid Lip Gloss Best Flavor Forever 5 Pack 0.09 fl oz (2.8 ml) Each
liquid wax, oils, colorants in tube packaging
Lower concern. Typical liquid lip gloss, no known PFAS-risk materials.
⚠Risky category by default
Crayola
By Fing'rs Color Changing Tube Lip Shine Purple To Hot Pink
Wax-based pigmented lip gloss with color-changing formulation
Lower concern. Lip gloss formulation unlikely to contain PFAS.
⚠Risky category by default
Crayola
Lip Smacker Crayola Lip Balm Gift Box
wax and oil-based lip balm in tube/stick form
Lower concern. Typical wax lip balm without water-resistant treatments.
⚠Risky category by default
Crayola
NIB RARE Liquid Lipgloss - New Beauty
Liquid cosmetic formulation, lipgloss base
Lower concern cosmetic, no known PFAS-prone ingredients identified.
⚠Risky category by default
Jordana
Lipgloss Amorose Pack Of 4
Lipgloss blend, waxes and oils
Lower concern cosmetic. No PFAS triggers identified in lipgloss formula.
⚠Risky category by default
Jordana
Lipgloss Caramelo Pack Of 3
Lipgloss base oils, waxes, pigments
Typical lipgloss, no known PFAS risk identified.
⚠Risky category by default
Jordana
Cosmic Glow Holographic Lip Gloss
typical lip gloss base, pigments, holographic mica
Likely lower concern; typical cosmetic formulation, no known PFAS risk.
⚠Risky category by default
Jordana
Lip Shine Shimmer Glaze - 10 Sugar Cookie - 0.058oz Sealed
liquid cosmetic (lip gloss with waxes, oils, pigments)
Lower concern. Lip gloss formulations rarely use PFAS intentionally.
⚠Risky category by default
Jordana
Lip Out Loud Super Shiny Gloss
oil and wax blend (likely mineral oil, beeswax, and pigments)
Lip gloss with lower concern, no known PFAS risk signals identified.
⚠Risky category by default
Jordana
Squeeze n Shine Super Shiny Tasty Lip Gloss
typical lip gloss emollients and resins, likely wax or silicone base
Lower concern. Lip gloss rarely targets PFAS-prone uses like waterproofing.
⚠Risky category by default
Jordana
Sparkler Lip Gloss Gl-03 Vanilla - Beauty
Cosmetic wax, oils, pigments (typical lip gloss base)
Lower concern. Lip gloss unlikely to contain PFAS without water-resistance claims.
⚠Risky category by default
Jordana
Squeeze N Shine Super Shiny Tasty Lip Gloss 04 Pink Punk Not Sealed HTF
Cosmetic lip gloss, primary ingredients typical of color cosmetics
Lower concern. Lip gloss unlikely high-risk but brand silent on PFAS.
⚠Risky category by default
Graded and flagged D and F, we’d swap these
Pacifica
Vegan Collagen Lip Plumping Gloss
Lip gloss with vegan collagen-mimetic ingredients; typical formula includes glycerin, film-formers, oils, silicones, and
Lower concern, but silent on PFAS, Pacifica's vegan positioning doesn't guarantee PFAS avoidance in gloss polymers.
⚠Risky category by default
Benefit Cosmetics
Splashtint Moisturizing Dewy Lip Tint
Silicone and synthetic polymer emulsion
Skip until brand discloses PFAS status, lip tints often use water-resistant polymers that may contain fluorinated additives.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Juice Beauty
Reflecting Gloss
silicone + suspected water-repellent coating (gloss finish)
Skip until brand confirms gloss coating composition, silent on PFAS in water-resistant cosmetics.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Juice Beauty
Phyto-Pigments Liquid Lip
Liquid pigmented formula with waterproof polymer coating
Skip or verify, waterproof liquid lips often use Teflon-family coating; brand discloses nothing.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Juice Beauty
Lip Moisturizers SPF 8
lip balm with SPF; waterproofing agent unspecified
Skip until brand discloses waterproofing chemistry or obtain third-party testing.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Prestige
Vinylwear High Shine Lipgloss
Film-forming polymers, silicones, unspecified coating
High shine cosmetics often use water-resistant coatings; composition unclear.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Prestige
Cosmetics Vivid Vinyl Lip Gloss
polymer film, likely acrylate-based with waterproofing
Vinyl lip gloss may contain PFAS for waterproofing.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Prestige
Vinylwear Extreme Brilliant Shine Lip Gloss
vinyl, silicone, film-forming polymers, waterproof coating
Skip until PFAS composition disclosed.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Sally Hansen
Miracle Care Lip Saver Lip Gloss
wax, oils, and emollients with waterproof/moisture-barrier coating
Lip gloss with waterproofing; PFAS risk unclear without ingredient disclosure.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Sally Hansen
Diamond Lip Treatment Gloss, Princess Pink., Size: 0.22
Lip gloss with wax/resin base and waterproofing
Waterproof lip cosmetics often contain PFAS.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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