Lipstick, ranked by PFAS safety

102 products graded A to F, safest first. 57 earn a C or better and are worth buying.

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AvoidF
Clinique Long Last Lipstick

Clinique Even Better Lips

Clinique Long Last Lipstick

30/100 safety

Unknown PFAS risk; Clinique does not disclose coating chemistry for long-wear lipsticks.

BetterC
SEPhora Collection Felt Lip Tint

Sephora Collection Cream Lip Stain

SEPhora Collection Felt Lip Tint

75/100 safety

Lower PFAS concern for typical lip stain; no waterproofing chemistry flagged, but no transparency from brand.

Best pickC
MAC Frost Lipstick

MAC Fix+

MAC Frost Lipstick

75/100 safety

Lower concern; typical lipstick formula unlikely to contain PFAS, but MAC does not disclose.

Worth buying graded C or better, safest first

MAC Frost Lipstick

MAC Fix+

MAC Frost Lipstick

wax, oils, pigments, emollients (typical lipstick base)

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower concern; typical lipstick formula unlikely to contain PFAS, but MAC does not disclose.

Risky category by default

MAC Sleek Satin Lip Set

MAC Fix+

MAC Sleek Satin Lip Set

liquid/cream lipstick with standard pigments and emollients

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower concern, typical cosmetic formula with no known PFAS drivers, but brand provides no transparency.

Risky category by default

NARS Powermatte Lipstick

NARS

Powermatte Lipstick

Pigments, waxes, oils in standard lipstick base

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

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

Risky category by default

Burt's Bees Suede Splash Lipstick

Burt's Bees

Suede Splash Lipstick

Wax, oils, pigments, beeswax base

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower concern; traditional lipstick formula with no known PFAS trigger materials.

Risky category by default

BURT'S BEES LIPSTICK

Burt's Bees

LIPSTICK

wax, oils, pigments, natural base

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower PFAS concern; traditional cosmetic formulation with no known triggers.

Risky category by default

Charlotte Tilbury Matte Revolution Lipstick

Charlotte Tilbury

Matte Revolution Lipstick

Wax, oils, pigments (standard lipstick base)

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower-concern cosmetic; no red flags detected, but brand offers no transparency.

Risky category by default

Charlotte Tilbury Hot Lips Lipstick

Charlotte Tilbury

Hot Lips Lipstick

Wax, oils, pigments, and traditional cosmetic binders

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower concern, traditional lipstick formula with no known PFAS triggers, though brand discloses nothing.

Risky category by default

Charlotte Tilbury K.I.S.S.I.N.G Lipstick

Charlotte Tilbury

K.I.S.S.I.N.G Lipstick

wax, oils, pigments in traditional lipstick base

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate4 flags

Lower PFAS concern, traditional lipstick formula without waterproofing claims or Teflon-family coating coatings.

Risky category by default

Charlotte Tilbury Matte Revolution Red Carpet Lipstick

Charlotte Tilbury

Matte Revolution Red Carpet Lipstick

wax, oils, pigments, standard emollients

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower PFAS concern for a traditional matte lipstick; no red flags, but brand offers no transparency.

Risky category by default

Charlotte Tilbury Love Effect Lipstick

Charlotte Tilbury

Love Effect Lipstick

wax, oils, pigments, standard cosmetic binders

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower-concern product; no known PFAS triggers in typical lipstick formulation.

Risky category by default

Charlotte Tilbury Kiss of Mystery Lipstick

Charlotte Tilbury

Kiss of Mystery Lipstick

wax, oil, pigment blend (typical lipstick formulation)

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower-concern cosmetic; lipstick is unlikely to contain PFAS, but no brand transparency exists.

Risky category by default

Charlotte Tilbury Matte Revolution Hydrating Lipstick

Charlotte Tilbury

Matte Revolution Hydrating Lipstick

wax, oils, pigments, emollients (conventional lipstick base)

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower concern for typical lipstick formulation; no red flags found, but no brand transparency on PFAS either.

Risky category by default

Charlotte Tilbury Mini Pillow Talk Lip Kit - Pillow Talk Medium

Charlotte Tilbury

Mini Pillow Talk Lip Kit - Pillow Talk Medium

Pigments, waxes, oils; standard cosmetic formulation

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower PFAS concern for a lip product; no red flags but no verification either.

Risky category by default

Urban Decay | Vice Lipstick | Shade: Acai | Finish: Cream | 0.11 ONZ

Urban Decay Vice

Urban Decay | Vice Lipstick | Shade: Acai | Finish: Cream | 0.11 ONZ

Wax, oils, pigments, binders (typical cream lipstick formulation)

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower concern for typical cream lipstick; no known PFAS triggers in standard formulation.

Risky category by default

Urban Decay Vice By Urban Decay, .11 oz High Impact Vegan Lipstick - Backtalk Matte, Pink

Urban Decay Vice

By Urban Decay, .11 oz High Impact Vegan Lipstick - Backtalk Matte, Pink

Pigments, waxes, oils, emollients (typical lipstick base)

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower concern, conventional lipstick formula with no known PFAS-requiring functions, but brand offers no disclosure.

Risky category by default

Urban Decay Vice Lip Bond - Law Of Attraction - 4.2 ml

Urban Decay Vice

Lip Bond - Law Of Attraction - 4.2 ml

Liquid lip color with dimethicone, wax, and pigments

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower concern, typical liquid lip product with no known PFAS triggers, but no brand disclosure.

Risky category by default

Fenty Beauty Cherry Mouth 3-Piece Lip Set with Pouch

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Fenty Beauty Cherry Mouth 3-Piece Lip Set with Pouch

Lip tints/glosses (pigments, waxes, oils); fabric pouch

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower PFAS concern for lip cosmetics; pouch material unspecified but typical for the category.

Risky category by default

Fenty Lipstick

Fenty Beauty Pro Filt'r

Fenty Lipstick

Pigments, waxes, oils, emollients (standard lipstick base)

C
C
PFASAll
C · Moderate1 flag

Lower concern; no known PFAS application in lipstick, but no brand disclosure.

Risky category by default

Fenty Beauty Fenty Icon The Fill Semi-Matte Refillable Lipstick

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Fenty Beauty Fenty Icon The Fill Semi-Matte Refillable Lipstick

Wax, oils, pigments, and standard cosmetic binders (typical lipstick formula)

C
C
PFASAll
C · Moderate1 flag

Lower concern; typical lipstick with no known PFAS red flags, but no brand transparency.

Risky category by default

Fenty Beauty Makeup | Fenty Beauty Lipstick | Color: Red | Size: Os | Princess_L01's Closet

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Fenty Beauty Makeup | Fenty Beauty Lipstick | Color: Red | Size: Os | Princess_L01's Closet

wax, pigments, emollients, film-formers (typical lipstick base)

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower PFAS concern, typical lipstick formula has no inherent PFAS driver, but brand offers no transparency.

Risky category by default

Fenty Beauty Red Semi-Matte Lipstick Matte Long Lasting Refill Kissin' Kutie Longwear Lightweight High-Pigment Refillable Lip Color By Rihan

Fenty Beauty Pro Filt'r

Fenty Beauty Red Semi-Matte Lipstick Matte Long Lasting Refill Kissin' Kutie Longwear Lightweight High-Pigment Refillable Lip Color By Rihan

Wax, oils, pigments, emollients (typical lipstick base)

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate4 flags

Lower PFAS concern for a standard lipstick formulation, but Fenty offers no transparency.

Risky category by default

Fenty Beauty Set Lipstick & Liner Pencil Cosmetics Choose Your Shade

Fenty Beauty Pro Filt'r

Fenty Beauty Set Lipstick & Liner Pencil Cosmetics Choose Your Shade

pigments, waxes, oils in standard lipstick and pencil formulation

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate4 flags

Lower concern; typical cosmetics have minimal PFAS risk, but no brand commitment to verify.

Risky category by default

Estee Lauder Pure Color Matte Lipstick

Estée Lauder Double Wear

Estee Lauder Pure Color Matte Lipstick

Wax, oils, pigments, talc, mica (standard matte lipstick composition)

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower-concern cosmetic; no known PFAS trigger chemistry, but brand silence on PFAS policy limits confidence.

Risky category by default

Estée Lauder Pure Color Hi Lustre Lipstick

Estée Lauder Double Wear

Estée Lauder Pure Color Hi Lustre Lipstick

wax, oils, pigments, emollients (standard lipstick formulation)

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower concern, traditional lipstick formula with no known PFAS triggers, but no explicit brand assurance.

Risky category by default

Estee Lauder Pure Color Explicit Silk Matte Lipstick

Estée Lauder Double Wear

Estee Lauder Pure Color Explicit Silk Matte Lipstick

Wax, oils, pigments, emollients (typical matte lipstick formulation)

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

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

Risky category by default

Clinique Dramatically Different Lipstick

Clinique Even Better Lips

Clinique Dramatically Different Lipstick

wax, oil, pigment blend (traditional lipstick)

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower PFAS concern typical for traditional lipstick formulations; no red flags known.

Risky category by default

Sephora COLLECTION Cream Lip Stain

Sephora Collection Cream Lip Stain

Sephora COLLECTION Cream Lip Stain

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

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower PFAS concern for typical cream lip stain, but Sephora offers no transparency.

Risky category by default

SEPhora Collection Totally Juicy Lip Tint

Sephora Collection Cream Lip Stain

SEPhora Collection Totally Juicy Lip Tint

pigmented liquid (likely water/alcohol base with iron oxides, resins, humectants)

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower concern; typical lip tint with no known PFAS triggers, but brand offers no transparency.

Risky category by default

SEPhora Collection Felt Lip Tint

Sephora Collection Cream Lip Stain

SEPhora Collection Felt Lip Tint

Pigmented cream/gel emulsion with felt applicator

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower PFAS concern for typical lip stain; no waterproofing chemistry flagged, but no transparency from brand.

Risky category by default

SEPhora Collection 5pc Cream Lip Stain Makeup Gift Set

Sephora Collection Cream Lip Stain

SEPhora Collection 5pc Cream Lip Stain Makeup Gift Set

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

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate4 flags

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

Risky category by default

SEPHORA COLLECTION Cream Lip Stain 01 Always Red 0.169 oz

Sephora Collection Cream Lip Stain

01 Always Red 0.169 oz

Pigmented cream formula (typical: wax, oils, pigments)

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate4 flags

Lower PFAS concern; standard cream lipstick with no known water-resistant treatment triggers.

Risky category by default

Cream Lip Stain trial size in shade 84- 2 mL

Sephora Collection Cream Lip Stain

Cream Lip Stain trial size in shade 84- 2 mL

liquid cream pigment, wax, and oil base (typical lip stain formulation)

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower concern; typical lip stain with no known PFAS use, but brand offers no transparency.

Risky category by default

Beauty Bakerie Waffle Things Matte Lipstick

Patisserie Beauty

Beauty Bakerie Waffle Things Matte Lipstick

Wax, oils, pigments, binders (typical matte lipstick)

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate4 flags

Lower concern, typical matte lipstick formula with no known PFAS triggers, but no independent verification.

Risky category by default

Beauty Bakerie Lip Whip

Patisserie Beauty

Beauty Bakerie Lip Whip

Wax, oils, butters (typical lip formula)

C
C
PFASAll
C · Moderate1 flag

Lower concern, standard lip product with no known PFAS-risk ingredients, but brand offers no transparency.

Risky category by default

Pound Cake Cake Batter Liquid Lipstick

Patisserie Beauty

Pound Cake Cake Batter Liquid Lipstick

liquid lipstick pigments & film-formers (typical: acrylates, resins, iron oxides)

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower-concern cosmetic; no known PFAS triggers, but brand discloses nothing about formulation.

Risky category by default

Mac Lustre Lipstick Patisserie Lipstick 3g / 0.1oz

Patisserie Beauty

Mac Lustre Lipstick Patisserie Lipstick 3g / 0.1oz

wax and pigment blend (typical lipstick)

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower PFAS concern for typical lipstick; Patisserie Beauty makes no disclosure either way.

Risky category by default

RMS Beauty Legendary Serum Lipstick

RMS Beauty

Legendary Serum Lipstick

Natural waxes, oils, pigments (standard lipstick base)

C
C
PFASAll
C · Moderate1 flag

Lower-concern cosmetic; no red flags, but no PFAS transparency from brand.

Risky category by default

RMS Beauty Wild With Desire Lipstick

RMS Beauty

Wild With Desire Lipstick

wax, plant oils, pigments

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower PFAS concern; typical lipstick formula without known PFAS triggers, but no brand transparency.

Risky category by default

RMS Beauty Legendary Serum Lipstick | Red | One Size | Shopbop

RMS Beauty

Legendary Serum Lipstick | Red | One Size | Shopbop

wax, plant oils, pigments (typical for cream lipstick)

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower concern; RMS Beauty's natural lipstick formula is unlikely to contain PFAS, but no public testing exists.

Risky category by default

Lip2Cheek RMS Beauty

RMS Beauty

Lip2Cheek RMS Beauty

Plant oils, waxes, pigments (mineral-based)

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

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

Risky category by default

RMS Beauty Tinted Daily Lip Balm

RMS Beauty

Tinted Daily Lip Balm

Plant oils, waxes, and pigments (lip balm base)

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower PFAS concern; no waterproof claim or known treatment triggers, but brand offers no transparency.

Risky category by default

RMS Beauty Legendary Serum Lipstick Ruby Moon (poppy orange-red)

RMS Beauty

Legendary Serum Lipstick Ruby Moon (poppy orange-red)

wax, oil, and pigment blend (typical serum lipstick base)

C
C
PFASAll
C · Moderate1 flag

Lower PFAS concern; serum lipstick formulas typically avoid Teflon-family coating, but verify if you need explicit brand confirmation.

Risky category by default

RMS Beauty Mini Lip2Cheek Promise Merch

RMS Beauty

Mini Lip2Cheek Promise Merch

Pigments, waxes, oils, natural colorants in cream/stick form

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate4 flags

Lower concern, traditional cosmetic cream/stick with no known PFAS-prone features.

Risky category by default

Tartetarteist Creamy Matte Lip Paint, Manbun .2 Oz (6 Ml)

Tarte Shape Tape

Tartetarteist Creamy Matte Lip Paint, Manbun .2 Oz (6 Ml)

pigments, oils, waxes in liquid/cream base

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower PFAS concern for a matte lip paint; no waterproofing chemistry typical in this category.

Risky category by default

2x Tarte 24.7 Natural Lip Sheer Lipstick - Monday - .16 oz Full Size

Tarte Shape Tape

2x Tarte 24.7 Natural Lip Sheer Lipstick - Monday - .16 oz Full Size

Wax, oils, pigments (typical lipstick composition)

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower PFAS concern for typical lipstick; no known risk factors, but zero transparency from brand.

Risky category by default

Tarte Lippie Lingerie Matte Tint

Tarte Shape Tape

Tarte Lippie Lingerie Matte Tint

Liquid silicone, organic pigments, wax base

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower PFAS concern for a liquid matte lip tint; no waterproofing claims or known water-repellent coating treatments typical of this category.

Risky category by default

KYLIE Matte Lip Kit

Kylie Cosmetics

KYLIE Matte Lip Kit

Liquid lipstick (likely polymers, pigments, solvents)

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower concern, but no transparency, typical of cosmetics sector.

Risky category by default

Kylie Cosmetics Lipstick

Kylie Cosmetics

Lipstick

Pigments, waxes, oils, emollients (typical lipstick base)

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower PFAS concern; standard cosmetic lipstick without waterproofing or disclosed treatments.

Risky category by default

Kylie Cosmetics King Kylie Collection Matte Lip Kit

Kylie Cosmetics

King Kylie Collection Matte Lip Kit

pigments, waxes, oils, silicone in liquid/powder form

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower PFAS concern for a matte lip kit; no red flags detected.

Risky category by default

Kylie Cosmetics Velvet Lip Kit

Kylie Cosmetics

Velvet Lip Kit

Liquid lipstick with pigments, film-formers, silicones, and waxes

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower concern; liquid lipsticks typically lack PFAS drivers, but cosmetics disclosure remains opaque.

Risky category by default

Kylie Cosmetics Liquid Angel Matte Lip Kit in NoColor – 2-Piece Long-Wear Liquid Lipstick and Lip Liner Set, 0.10 oz / 0.03 oz

Kylie Cosmetics

Liquid Angel Matte Lip Kit in NoColor – 2-Piece Long-Wear Liquid Lipstick and Lip Liner Set, 0.10 oz / 0.03 oz

Liquid lipstick and lip liner (pigments, resins, solvents)

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower PFAS concern, but no brand transparency, typical for cosmetics without waterproof claims.

Risky category by default

Kylie Cosmetics An Apple A Day Matte Lipstick - One-color

Kylie Cosmetics

An Apple A Day Matte Lipstick - One-color

Matte lipstick pigments, waxes, and oils

C
C
PFASAll
C · Moderate1 flag

Lower PFAS concern; typical matte lipstick formula has no known reason to contain fluorochemicals.

Risky category by default

Clinique Almost Lipstick

Clinique Even Better Lips

Clinique Almost Lipstick

Wax, oils, pigments (conventional lipstick formulation)

C
C
PFASAll
C · Moderate1 flag

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

Risky category by default

Clinique Even Better Pop Lip Colour Foundation Lipstick .13 Oz / 3.9

Clinique Even Better Lips

Clinique Even Better Pop Lip Colour Foundation Lipstick .13 Oz / 3.9

wax, oils, pigments in lipstick base

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower PFAS concern, standard lipstick formulation with no flagged risk triggers, but no brand transparency.

Risky category by default

Clinique Pop Matte Lip Colour + Primer

Clinique Even Better Lips

Clinique Pop Matte Lip Colour + Primer

Pigments, waxes, oils, conventional lipstick base

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower PFAS concern; typical lip colour with no known PFAS drivers, but brand offers no transparency.

Risky category by default

Even Better Pop Lip Colour Foundation Lipstick in Velvet Kisses

Clinique Even Better Lips

Even Better Pop Lip Colour Foundation Lipstick in Velvet Kisses

Wax, oils, and pigments (standard lipstick base)

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower PFAS concern for a traditional wax-based lipstick; no waterproofing claims or specialty coatings flagged.

Risky category by default

Long-Wearing Matte Lipstick - Cruelty-Free & Eco-Friendly

Patisserie Beauty

Long-Wearing Matte Lipstick - Cruelty-Free & Eco-Friendly

Long-wear matte lipstick base (composition unspecified)

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate5 flags

Skip until full ingredient transparency, matte lipsticks often use Teflon-family coating, but brand discloses nothing.

Risky category by default

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

NARS Afterglow Sensual Shine Lipstick

NARS

Afterglow Sensual Shine Lipstick

Wax, oils, pigments, emollients (typical lipstick base)

D
D · Elevated

No public PFAS risk signals, but zero third-party testing or brand transparency on the topic.

Risky category by default

Urban Decay Vice Hydrating Lipstick

Urban Decay Vice

Hydrating Lipstick

wax/oil blend lipstick base (standard formulation)

D
D · Elevated

Insufficient data; typical lipstick formulation suggests lower PFAS risk, but Urban Decay provides no transparency.

Risky category by default

Fenty beauty lipstick1

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Fenty beauty lipstick1

Wax, oils, pigments, standard cosmetic base

D
D · Elevated

Insufficient data; cosmetic lipsticks rarely need PFAS, but Fenty Beauty has not disclosed ingredient sourcing or testing.

Risky category by default

Estee Lauder Pure Color Explicit Slick Shine Lipstick

Estée Lauder Double Wear

Estee Lauder Pure Color Explicit Slick Shine Lipstick

wax, oils, pigments (typical lipstick base)

D
D · Elevated

Typical lipstick with no known PFAS triggers, but Estée Lauder provides no transparency on formulation.

Risky category by default

(3 pack) Revlon ColorStay Overtime Longwearing Gloss Lipstick with Vitamin E, 010 Non-Stop Cherry, 0.07 fl oz

Revlon ColorStay

(3 pack) Revlon ColorStay Overtime Longwearing Gloss Lipstick with Vitamin E, 010 Non-Stop Cherry, 0.07 fl oz

Gloss lipstick formula with Vitamin E (cosmetic wax, oils, pigments)

D
D · Elevated

Lower-risk cosmetic, but Revlon provides no PFAS transparency; no public data exists to rule out PFAS in gloss additives.

Risky category by default

Matte & Satin Lipstick

Patisserie Beauty

Matte & Satin Lipstick

Typical lipstick wax/oil base; no waterproofing claim disclosed

D
D · Elevated

Skip until brand discloses ingredient safety or third-party verification.

Risky category by default

Sassy Jones Power Pout Lipstick

Patisserie Beauty

Sassy Jones Power Pout Lipstick

Wax, oils, pigments (typical lipstick base)

D
D · Elevated

Insufficient data; standard lipstick formula poses low inherent PFAS risk but brand transparency is absent.

Risky category by default

Clinique Pop Longwear Lipstick

Clinique Even Better Lips

Clinique Pop Longwear Lipstick

wax, oils, pigments, film-formers (typical lipstick base)

D
D · Elevated

Lower concern, but Clinique has not publicly disclosed PFAS testing or commitment.

Risky category by default

MAC Locked Kiss 24HR Lipstick

MAC Fix+

MAC Locked Kiss 24HR Lipstick

pigments, waxes, film-forming polymers with waterproof binder

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until brand discloses waterproofing chemistry; waterproof cosmetics often use fluorinated polymers.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

NARS Explicit Lipstick

NARS

Explicit Lipstick

Wax, oils, pigments; waterproof coating unspecified

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until NARS discloses waterproofing chemistry or provides third-party testing.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Maybelline SuperStay Matte Ink Liquid Lipstick

Maybelline SuperStay

Matte Ink Liquid Lipstick

Liquid film-forming acrylate polymer with waterproof binders

F
F · High PFAS

Lower-concern for PFAS, but waterproof cosmetics warrant caution; no public testing available.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Maybelline SuperStay 24 2-Step Lipstick

Maybelline SuperStay

24 2-Step Lipstick

film-forming polymers, liquid pigments, waxes, oils in a two-step long-wear system

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until Maybelline discloses PFAS use in waterproofing agents.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Maybelline SuperStay Ink Crayon Lipstick

Maybelline SuperStay

Ink Crayon Lipstick

Wax/oil-based crayon formula with waterproofing

F
F · High PFAS

Waterproof claim raises concern; no public PFAS testing or brand disclosure found.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Maybelline Striking Vinyl Ink Longwear Liquid Lipstick

Maybelline SuperStay

Maybelline Striking Vinyl Ink Longwear Liquid Lipstick

polymeric film, silicones, acrylates, waterproof binder

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until brand discloses PFAS status; waterproof liquid lipsticks commonly use fluorinated polymers.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Maybelline SuperStay 24 2-Step Liquid Lipstick

Maybelline SuperStay

24 2-Step Liquid Lipstick

liquid pigments, film-forming polymers, waterproof topcoat

F
F · High PFAS

Waterproof cosmetics carry moderate PFAS risk; no public testing or brand disclosure available.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Maybelline SuperStay Matte Ink Liquid Lipstick - 65 Seductress - 0.17 fl oz: Paraben-Free, Lip Brightening, Matte Finish

Maybelline SuperStay

Matte Ink Liquid Lipstick - 65 Seductress - 0.17 fl oz: Paraben-Free, Lip Brightening, Matte Finish

liquid lipstick with waterproofing agent (unspecified polymer/resin)

F
F · High PFAS

Matte liquid lipstick with undisclosed waterproofing; lower certainty on PFAS risk.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Maybelline (2 pack) SuperStay 24 2-Step Liquid Lipstick Long-Lasting Lip Color, Continuous Coral

Maybelline SuperStay

Maybelline (2 pack) SuperStay 24 2-Step Liquid Lipstick Long-Lasting Lip Color, Continuous Coral

liquid lipstick with synthetic polymers and waterproofing agents

F
F · High PFAS

Moderate concern due to waterproofing claims and lack of PFAS disclosure; safer alternatives exist.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Urban Decay Vice Lip Bond Glossy Longwear Liquid Lipstick

Urban Decay Vice

Lip Bond Glossy Longwear Liquid Lipstick

Liquid glossy longwear lipstick, likely acrylate-based polymers with film-forming agents

F
F · High PFAS

Silent on PFAS; longwear cosmetics often use water-resistant coatings, request transparency before committing.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Urban Decay Vice Cream Lipstick

Urban Decay Vice

Cream Lipstick

Wax/oil blend with possible water-resistance additives in cream formulation

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until brand discloses waterproofing ingredients; PFAS risk in water-resistant cosmetics is real but unconfirmed here.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Urban Decay Vice Lip Bond Glossy Liquid Lipstick

Urban Decay Vice

Lip Bond Glossy Liquid Lipstick

liquid lipstick polymer blend with waterproof film-former

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until Urban Decay discloses waterproofing chemistry or obtains third-party PFAS testing.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Vice Lip Bond Glossy Longwear Liquid Lipstick

Urban Decay Vice

Vice Lip Bond Glossy Longwear Liquid Lipstick

liquid pigment suspension with polymeric film-former, waterproof binders

F
F · High PFAS

Waterproof liquid lipstick carries potential PFAS exposure; Urban Decay offers no transparency, skip if PFAS-concerned.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Fenty Beauty Icon Velvet Liquid Lipstick

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Fenty Beauty Icon Velvet Liquid Lipstick

liquid pigment suspension with waterproofing polymer

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until brand discloses waterproofing chemistry; liquid cosmetics waterproofing historically uses Teflon-family coating.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Estee Lauder Double Wear Stay In Place Lipstick

Estée Lauder Double Wear

Estee Lauder Double Wear Stay In Place Lipstick

wax, silicones, film-forming polymers with waterproofing agents

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until Estée Lauder discloses waterproofing chemistry or commits to PFAS-free formulations.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Estee Lauder Double Wear Stay In Place Lipstick Dwl 10 Stay Scarlet

Estée Lauder Double Wear

Estee Lauder Double Wear Stay In Place Lipstick Dwl 10 Stay Scarlet

Pigments, waxes, silicones, polymeric film-formers (unspecified)

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until Estée Lauder discloses waterproofing chemistry, no public PFAS assurance for this long-wear formula.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Estee Lauder Pure Color Creme Lipstick

Estée Lauder Double Wear

Estee Lauder Pure Color Creme Lipstick

Wax, oils, pigments; waterproof/long-wear polymer base

F
F · High PFAS

Unknown waterproofing chemistry; Estée Lauder silent on PFAS, skip if concerned.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Estee Lauder Double Wear Stay-in-place Lipstick 12 Stay Ruby .12 Oz

Estée Lauder Double Wear

Estee Lauder Double Wear Stay-in-place Lipstick 12 Stay Ruby .12 Oz

Wax, film-forming polymers, waterproofing agents (unspecified)

F
F · High PFAS

Low visibility into PFAS risk; waterproof cosmetics often use fluorinated compounds, contact brand for ingredient transparency.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Revlon ColorStay Overtime Lipcolor

Revlon ColorStay

Overtime Lipcolor

long-wear lipstick with water-resistant polymeric coating

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until transparency improves, waterproof lipstick raises PFAS concern with no brand disclosure.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Revlon ColorStay Suede Ink Lipstick

Revlon ColorStay

Suede Ink Lipstick

Pigments, waxes, oils, silicones; waterproof/suede finish composition unspecified

F
F · High PFAS

Waterproof suede lipstick with undisclosed coating chemistry, skip if PFAS-concerned.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Revlon ColorStay Ultimate Liquid Lipstick

Revlon ColorStay

Ultimate Liquid Lipstick

liquid cosmetic pigments, resins, film-formers (likely acrylates, silicones); waterproof coating unspecified

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until Revlon discloses waterproofing chemistry; long-wear liquid lipsticks often use fluorinated polymers.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Revlon ColorStay Satin Ink Liquid Lipstick

Revlon ColorStay

Satin Ink Liquid Lipstick

Liquid pigments, film-formers, water-resistant polymer coating

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until Revlon discloses water-resistant formula ingredients; waterproof cosmetics often use PFAS but company is silent.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

2 Pack - Revlon ColorStay Overtime Lipcolor, Long Wearing Liquid Lipstick, 280 Stay Currant - Each

Revlon ColorStay

2 Pack - Revlon ColorStay Overtime Lipcolor, Long Wearing Liquid Lipstick, 280 Stay Currant - Each

polymeric film, acrylate-based liquid lipstick with waterproofing agents

F
F · High PFAS

Skip if PFAS-free cosmetics matter to you; Revlon has not disclosed or verified absence.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Revlon ColorStay Ultimate Suede Lipstick

Revlon ColorStay

Ultimate Suede Lipstick

Pigments, waxes, oils, waterproof film-forming agents

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until Revlon discloses waterproofing chemistry or third-party testing confirms PFAS absence.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Revlon Super Lustrous Lipstick

Revlon ColorStay

Revlon Super Lustrous Lipstick

wax, oils, pigments, waterproofing agents (unspecified)

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until Revlon discloses waterproofing chemistry, lipstick's water-resistant claim raises PFAS concern.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Sephora Collection Cream Lip Stain 10HR Liquid Lipstick

Sephora Collection Cream Lip Stain

10HR Liquid Lipstick

pigments, resins, silicones, polymeric binders (waterproofing base for 10-hour wear)

F
F · High PFAS

Waterproof liquid lipstick with no public PFAS disclosure, proceed with caution if PFAS-sensitive.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Cream Lip Stain 10HR Liquid Lipstick

Sephora Collection Cream Lip Stain

Cream Lip Stain 10HR Liquid Lipstick

Liquid polymer film base with pigments; waterproof/long-wear coating

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until brand discloses waterproofing chemistry; PFAS common in liquid lipstick durability claims.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

MATTESHEEN S-Proof Liquid Lipstick

Patisserie Beauty

MATTESHEEN S-Proof Liquid Lipstick

liquid lipstick formula with waterproof/smudge-proof coating

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until brand discloses waterproofing chemistry, 'S-Proof' formula opacity raises red flags.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

tarte Maracuja Juicy Liquid Lip

Tarte Shape Tape

tarte Maracuja Juicy Liquid Lip

Liquid pigment blend with waterproofing agents

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until brand discloses waterproofing chemistry, liquid lips often use fluorinated polymers for durability.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

tarte lasting lippies 5 piece lip set collection (limited Edition) full size

Tarte Shape Tape

tarte lasting lippies 5 piece lip set collection (limited Edition) full size

Pigments, waxes, oils, film-formers in liquid/cream lipstick formula

F
F · High PFAS

Skip due to waterproofing chemicals and complete PFAS silence from brand.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Tarte Tarteist Creamy Matte Lip Paint

Tarte Shape Tape

Tarte Tarteist Creamy Matte Lip Paint

Pigmented liquid formula with waterproof/long-wear film-forming polymers

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until brand discloses waterproofing chemistry or tests for PFAS.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Tarte The Lip Architect Lipstick & Liner

Tarte Shape Tape

Tarte The Lip Architect Lipstick & Liner

wax, oils, silicones, polymers (unspecified coating/waterproofing agents)

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until brand discloses waterproofing chemistry, lipstick waterproofing often uses PFAS-adjacent polymers.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Tarte Tarteist Quick Dry Matte Lip Paint

Tarte Shape Tape

Tarte Tarteist Quick Dry Matte Lip Paint

Liquid pigment suspension with film-forming polymers; waterproof/quick-dry formulation

F
F · High PFAS

Waterproof cosmetics carry PFAS risk; Tarte discloses nothing, skip if PFAS-concerned.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Kylie Cosmetics Matte Liquid Lipstick

Kylie Cosmetics

Matte Liquid Lipstick

liquid lipstick with film-forming polymers and water-resistant resin

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until brand discloses waterproof formula ingredients, matte liquid lipsticks often use PFAS-containing polymers.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Kylie Cosmetics Makeup Kylie Velvet Liquid Lipstick

Kylie Cosmetics

Makeup Kylie Velvet Liquid Lipstick

liquid film-forming polymer (waterproof lipstick base)

F
F · High PFAS

Skip unless Kylie Cosmetics discloses ingredients; waterproof liquid lipsticks carry PFAS risk.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Clinique Even Better Pop Lip Colour Foundation

Clinique Even Better Lips

Clinique Even Better Pop Lip Colour Foundation

Wax, oils, pigments; waterproof lip color formula

F
F · High PFAS

Moderate caution: waterproof cosmetics carry PFAS risk; Clinique has not disclosed or verified PFAS-free status.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Clinique Long Last Lipstick

Clinique Even Better Lips

Clinique Long Last Lipstick

Wax, oils, pigments; waterproof/long-wear coating composition undisclosed

F
F · High PFAS

Unknown PFAS risk; Clinique does not disclose coating chemistry for long-wear lipsticks.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

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