Makeup, ranked by PFAS safety
186 products graded A to F, safest first. 121 earn a C or better and are worth buying.
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Covergirl
Covergirl Outlast All-Day Ultimate Finish Foundation
Waterproof cosmetics may contain PFAS; no brand disclosure found.
Bobbi Brown
Bobbi Brown Skin Foundation SPF 15
Lower concern for PFAS; typical liquid cosmetic with no known red flags, but no explicit brand transparency.
Worth buying graded C or better, safest first
MAC
Studio Fix Powder Plus Foundation
Talc, mica, pigments, standard cosmetic powders
Lower PFAS concern; powder cosmetics rarely use intentional PFAS, but MAC does not disclose formulation details.
⚠Risky category by default
MAC
Studio Radiance Face and Body Radiant Sheer Foundation
liquid foundation (water, silicones, pigments)
Lower concern for PFAS, but MAC makes no public commitment to PFAS-free formulation.
⚠Risky category by default
MAC
Pro Full Coverage Foundation
liquid foundation, pigments, glycerin, emollients
Lower concern for PFAS; no waterproofing claims typical of liquid foundation.
⚠Risky category by default
MAC
Studio Fix Powder Foundation Refill 129
talc, mica, iron oxides, pigments (powder cosmetic)
Lower-concern cosmetic; powder formulas rarely use PFAS, but MAC makes no public disclosure.
⚠Risky category by default
Estée Lauder
Estee Lauder Double Wear Stay In Place Matte Powder Foundation
talc, mica, iron oxides, binders (silicone/wax-based)
Lower concern; powder foundations typically lack PFAS drivers, but Estée Lauder makes no public commitment.
⚠Risky category by default
Fenty Beauty
by Rihanna Pro Filt'r Soft Matte Longwear Foundation
Water-based pigments, polymers, silicones in liquid foundation
Lower PFAS concern for typical liquid foundation; no red flags but brand offers no disclosure.
⚠Risky category by default
Fenty Beauty
Pro Filt'r Soft Matte Longwear Foundation — #200
Water-based liquid foundation; emollients, pigments, polymers (standard cosmetic binders)
Lower PFAS concern due to liquid formula, but brand silence limits certainty.
⚠Risky category by default
Fenty Beauty
Soft'Lit Naturally Luminous Longwear Foundation
liquid foundation; silicone, water, pigments, emollients
Lower concern; cosmetic foundations rarely use PFAS, but Fenty offers no public PFAS commitment.
⚠Risky category by default
Fenty Beauty
Pro Filt'r Soft Matte Longwear Foundation — #230 - Standard
Silicones, polymers, pigments in liquid suspension
Lower PFAS concern for typical liquid foundation, but Fenty Beauty provides no public disclosure on PFAS avoidance.
⚠Risky category by default
Fenty Beauty
Soft'lit Naturally Luminous Longwear Foundation — 385
liquid foundation with emollients, humectants, pigments
Lower PFAS concern for a standard liquid foundation, but no PFAS transparency from Fenty.
⚠Risky category by default
Fenty Beauty
by Rihanna Soft'Lit Naturally Luminous Hydrating Longwear Foundation - 370
liquid foundation with water, emollients, pigments, silicones
Lower concern; typical foundation formula shows no known PFAS trigger, but brand makes no public commitment.
⚠Risky category by default
Bare Minerals
Bareminerals Original Foundation SPF 15
Mineral powder (mica, iron oxides, titanium dioxide)
Lower concern; mineral powder formulation has no obvious PFAS pathways, but brand transparency on the topic is absent.
⚠Risky category by default
Bare Minerals
bareMinerals Original Pure Serum Radiant Natural Liquid Foundation Mineral SPF 20
liquid mineral foundation (iron oxides, titanium dioxide, mica)
Lower concern, mineral cosmetics rarely use PFAS, but Bare Minerals makes no public disclosure.
⚠Risky category by default
Bare Minerals
bareMinerals The 30th Anniversary Original Get Started Kit
mineral powder, mica, talc, iron oxides
Lower concern, mineral powder cosmetics rarely require PFAS; no red flags identified.
⚠Risky category by default
Bare Minerals
bareMinerals Matte Foundation SPF 15
mineral powder (iron oxides, mica, titanium dioxide)
Lower PFAS concern; mineral powder base is inherently non-fluorinated, but no brand disclosure or third-party testing available.
⚠Risky category by default
Bare Minerals
bareMinerals BAREPRO 24HR Wear Skin Perfecting Matte Liquid Foundation Mineral SPF 20
mineral pigments, water, silicones, standard cosmetic emulsifiers
Lower PFAS concern for this category; mineral foundation typically avoids PFAS, but brand discloses nothing.
⚠Risky category by default
Bare Minerals
bareMinerals Barepro 24HR Skin Perfecting Powder Foundation
Talc, mica, iron oxides, zinc oxide, mineral pigments
Lower PFAS concern for a mineral powder; no waterproofing triggers detected, but brand discloses nothing.
⚠Risky category by default
Bare Minerals
bareMinerals Complexion Rescue Tinted Moisturizer SPF 30
Water-based tinted moisturizer with mineral pigments and SPF 30 filter
Lower PFAS concern for a liquid cosmetic, but verify SPF filter source if sensitive.
⚠Risky category by default
Bare Minerals
bareMinerals Original Talc-Free Pressed Powder Foundation Mineral SPF 15
mineral powder (talc-free, likely mica/iron oxides base)
Lower PFAS concern; mineral powder foundations rarely require PFAS, but brand silent on supply chain.
⚠Risky category by default
Urban Decay
Hydromaniac Tinted Glow Hydrator Foundation
Water-based liquid foundation (emulsion of water, polymers, pigments)
Lower PFAS concern for a typical liquid foundation; no waterproofing claim raises risk profile.
⚠Risky category by default
Urban Decay
Stay Naked Weightless Liquid Foundation
water-based liquid foundation with silicones, glycerin, and pigments
Lower concern; typical liquid foundation with no known PFAS triggers, but brand discloses nothing.
⚠Risky category by default
Urban Decay
Stay Naked Weightless Liquid Foundation - 10WY
water-based liquid foundation (pigments, polymers, silicones, glycerin)
Lower PFAS concern for typical liquid foundation; no red flags but no transparency either.
⚠Risky category by default
Urban Decay
Hydromaniac Hydrating Dewy Foundation for Dry Skin - 55 (medium deep-neutral undertones)
liquid foundation (water, pigments, binders, humectants)
Lower concern for PFAS; cosmetic formulations rarely require water-repellent chemistry, but Urban Decay makes no public disclosure.
⚠Risky category by default
Charlotte Tilbury
Charlotte's Beautiful Skin Foundation
liquid foundation with conventional cosmetic emulsifiers and pigments
Lower concern; cosmetic foundation with no known PFAS-associated features, but brand offers no transparency.
⚠Risky category by default
Charlotte Tilbury
Hollywood Flawless Filter
liquid foundation with glycerin, water, silicones (dimethicone), pigments
Lower concern; liquid foundation with no known PFAS-prone ingredients, but brand offers no disclosure.
⚠Risky category by default
Charlotte Tilbury
Unreal Skin Sheer Glow Tint Foundation Stick
silicone-based stick foundation with waxes and mineral pigments
Lower PFAS concern; typical cosmetic formula without known fluorinated coatings, but brand discloses nothing about PFAS sourcing.
⚠Risky category by default
Charlotte Tilbury
Airbrush Flawless Blurring & Matte Full Coverage Foundation, Size: 1 Oz, 3n
liquid foundation in bottle, pigments, oils, water, silicones
Lower PFAS concern for typical liquid foundation; no waterproof claim reduces risk profile.
⚠Risky category by default
Charlotte Tilbury
Flawless, Poreless Skin Secrets
Silicone, talc, pigments, standard cosmetic binders
Lower concern, typical powder cosmetic with no known PFAS triggers, but no transparency from brand.
⚠Risky category by default
Charlotte Tilbury
Beautiful Skin Medium Coverage Liquid Foundation with Hyaluronic Acid, Size: 1 Oz, 17 Neutral
liquid emulsion with hyaluronic acid
Lower PFAS concern; liquid foundations rarely use fluorinated treatments, but Charlotte Tilbury makes no public PFAS commitment.
⚠Risky category by default
Charlotte Tilbury
Unreal Skin Sheer Glow Tint Foundation Kit
pigments, binders, silicones in liquid foundation/tint
Lower PFAS concern typical for standard liquid foundation, no known red flags, but brand silence limits certainty.
⚠Risky category by default
L'Oréal
L'Oreal Paris Age Perfect Radiant Serum Foundation
Water-based liquid foundation with emollients, silicones, and pigments
Lower concern for PFAS; no red flags detected, but no transparency from brand.
⚠Risky category by default
L'Oréal
L'oreal Paris True Match Lumi Healthy Luminous Makeup
Water, glycerin, pigments, talc, silicates, emollients
Lower concern; typical liquid/powder foundation with no known PFAS triggers, but L'Oréal has not publicly disclosed PFAS policy.
⚠Risky category by default
L'Oréal
L"Oreal Paris True Match Super-Blendable Foundation Makeup
water-based liquid foundation (pigments, glycerin, silicones, emulsifiers)
Lower concern, standard liquid foundation with no known PFAS triggers, but L'Oréal makes no public PFAS commitment.
⚠Risky category by default
L'Oréal
L'Oreal Paris True Match Nude Hyaluronic Tinted Serum
water-based serum with hyaluronic acid and pigments
Lower-concern cosmetic; no known PFAS triggers, but L'Oréal provides no transparency.
⚠Risky category by default
L'Oréal
L'Oreal Paris Infallible Pro Matte Foundation
silicone, talc, iron oxides, pigments, liquid foundation
Lower PFAS concern for a liquid foundation, but brand discloses nothing; verify ingredient list if concerned.
⚠Risky category by default
Lancôme
Lancome Dual Finish Powder
talc, mica, pigments (typical powder base)
Lower concern; no known PFAS red flags, but Lancôme has not publicly disclosed PFAS policy.
⚠Risky category by default
Glossier
Women's Stretch Fluid Foundation
water-based fluid foundation (pigments, glycerin, silicones, polymers)
Lower concern for PFAS, but no verified testing or brand commitment.
⚠Risky category by default
Glossier
Perfecting Skin Tint
Water, silicones, pigments, mineral sunscreen (titanium dioxide/zinc oxide)
Lower concern; liquid cosmetic with no known PFAS triggers, but brand offers no transparency.
⚠Risky category by default
Glossier
Stretch Fluid Foundation for Buildable Coverage Light 5 1 oz / 30 ml
Water-based liquid foundation (pigments, glycerin, water, emulsifiers)
Lower PFAS concern for this liquid foundation; no known water-repellent coating or waterproofing claims typical of PFAS risk.
⚠Risky category by default
Glossier
Stretch Fluid Foundation for Buildable Coverage
Water-based liquid foundation; silicones, glycerin, and pigments typical
Lower-concern cosmetic; no known PFAS triggers, but brand offers no public PFAS disclosure.
⚠Risky category by default
Glossier
Stretch Fluid Foundation For Buildable Coverage (Very Light 1)
water-based liquid foundation with silicones, polymers, pigments
Lower PFAS concern than water-resistant cosmetics, but no brand transparency, typical for liquid makeup.
⚠Risky category by default
Glossier
Women's Stretch Concealer
water-based liquid concealer in plastic tube
Lower-concern cosmetic; no known PFAS use in liquid concealers, but no brand disclosure.
⚠Risky category by default
Glossier
Stretch Fluid Foundation for Buildable Coverage - Deep 1
liquid foundation with pigments, silicones, glycerin, and water
Lower PFAS concern for a face foundation without waterproofing claims, but brand offers no transparency.
⚠Risky category by default
Physicians Formula
The Healthy Foundation SPF 20
Water-based liquid foundation with mineral/pigment colorants
Lower PFAS concern for a conventional liquid foundation, but no brand transparency on intentional fluorochemicals.
⚠Risky category by default
Physicians Formula
Youthful Wear Youth-Boosting Spotless Foundation
liquid foundation (water, pigments, polymers)
Lower concern; standard liquid foundation with no known PFAS triggers, but brand offers no transparency.
⚠Risky category by default
Physicians Formula
All Star Face Palette
powder/pigment cosmetic blend
Lower concern; standard cosmetic powder palette with no known PFAS triggers, but brand offers no transparency.
⚠Risky category by default
Physicians Formula
Mineral Wear Cushion Foundation, Natural, 0.46 Ounce
mineral pigments, talc, silicones, cushion emulsion base
Lower PFAS concern; mineral cosmetics rarely require water/stain resistance treatments, but brand makes no disclosure.
⚠Risky category by default
Physicians Formula
Butter Believe It! Foundation + Concealer
Pigments, oils, waxes, silicones in liquid/powder foundation
Lower PFAS concern; typical cosmetic with no red flags, but no transparency claim.
⚠Risky category by default
Physicians Formula
Butter Believe It! Foundation + Concealer
liquid foundation/concealer with pigments, polymers, silicones
Lower PFAS concern for a conventional cosmetic; no red flags, but no transparency either.
⚠Risky category by default
Physicians Formula
Super BB All-in-1 Beauty Balm Powder
Powder cosmetic (talc or mineral base presumed)
Lower concern, powder cosmetics rarely use PFAS, but zero transparency from brand leaves some uncertainty.
⚠Risky category by default
Physicians Formula
Super BB All-in-1 Beauty Balm Cream
cream cosmetic base (oil, water, emulsifiers)
Lower PFAS concern, cosmetic cream with no known PFAS drivers, but brand offers no transparency.
⚠Risky category by default
Tarte Cosmetics
Tarte Amazonian Clay 16-hour Full Coverage Foundation
liquid foundation with mineral pigments, silicones, and water base
Lower concern; no known PFAS use reported in this liquid cosmetic formula.
⚠Risky category by default
Tarte Cosmetics
Tarte Timeless Hydrating Foundation
water-based liquid foundation with pigments and humectants
Lower concern; liquid foundations rarely need PFAS, but Tarte discloses nothing.
⚠Risky category by default
Tarte Cosmetics
tarte babassu Foundcealer skincare Foundation SPF 20
liquid foundation with pigments and mineral sunscreen (SPF 20)
Lower concern; liquid foundation formula carries minimal inherent PFAS risk, but brand makes no disclosure.
⚠Risky category by default
Tarte Cosmetics
Tarte Skin Treat Poreless Foundation Stick
silicone, waxes, pigments, talc, mica, typical pressed/stick cosmetic base
Lower PFAS concern for a cream/stick foundation; no red flags typical of the category.
⚠Risky category by default
Tarte Cosmetics
Tarte Travel-Size Face Tape Foundation
liquid/cream foundation with pigments and polymers
Lower concern for PFAS, but no independent verification; typical liquid cosmetic profile.
⚠Risky category by default
Tarte Cosmetics
Tarte Amazonian Clay Gem Powder Foundation
Amazonian clay, talc, mineral pigments, powder foundation
Lower concern, mineral powder foundation with no known PFAS drivers, but brand offers no transparency.
⚠Risky category by default
Bobbi Brown
Mini Weightless Skin Foundation SPF 15
liquid foundation with talc/silicone base, no known Teflon-type coating or Teflon-family coating coatings
Lower concern; typical liquid foundation without known PFAS triggers, but no brand disclosure.
⚠Risky category by default
Bobbi Brown
Skin Foundation Stick
talc, pigments, oils, waxes (stick formulation)
Lower concern for PFAS; typical cosmetic stick with no known fluorochemical triggers.
⚠Risky category by default
Bobbi Brown
Skin Weightless Powder Foundation
talc, mica, iron oxides, pigments
Lower PFAS concern; powder foundations rarely require water-repellent or anti-stick coatings that introduce PFAS.
⚠Risky category by default
Bobbi Brown
Skin Foundation SPF 15
liquid foundation emulsion with mineral pigments and humectants
Lower concern for PFAS; typical liquid cosmetic with no known red flags, but no explicit brand transparency.
⚠Risky category by default
Bobbi Brown
Skin Foundation Stick, 0.31 oz - Golden Natural (W-058)
Wax stick base with pigments and binders (typical mineral/synthetic blend)
Lower PFAS concern for this solid stick cosmetic; no evidence of fluorinated coatings or treatments typical of the category.
⚠Risky category by default
Bobbi Brown
Mini Skin Long-Wear Weightless Foundation
liquid foundation (water, silicones, pigments)
Lower concern; liquid foundations rarely require PFAS, but Bobbi Brown has not publicly disclosed its PFAS stance.
⚠Risky category by default
Clinique
Even Better Makeup
water-based emulsion, pigments, polymers (unspecified type)
Lower PFAS concern, but Clinique does not disclose polymer chemistry.
⚠Risky category by default
Clinique
Beyond Perfecting Foundation + Concealer
Liquid foundation and concealer blend; typical pigments, humectants, silicones, solvents
Lower concern for typical use; cosmetics rarely engineered for PFAS, but brand offers no assurance.
⚠Risky category by default
Clinique
Even Better Makeup Broad Spectrum SPF 15, WN 48 Oat - 1.0 oz/30 ml for Dry Combination and Combination Oily Skin
liquid foundation with mineral pigments and silicone polymers
Lower PFAS concern for a conventional cosmetic foundation; no triggers detected, but Clinique provides no transparency.
⚠Risky category by default
Clinique
Anti-Blemish Solutions Liquid Makeup Clinique
Water-based liquid foundation with talc/silicates, pigments, glycerin
Lower concern for PFAS; typical liquid makeup with conventional formulation.
⚠Risky category by default
NARS
Sephora Makeup | Nars Natural Radiant Foundation | Tahoe | Color: Brown | Size: 1 Oz. | Reddrosie's Closet
liquid foundation with typical emollients, preservatives, pigments
Lower PFAS concern typical for liquid foundations; no evidence of intentional fluorochemical use.
⚠Risky category by default
NARS
Sheer Glow Foundation
liquid foundation with glycerin, silicones, iron oxides, talc
Lower PFAS concern; typical liquid foundation without known high-risk ingredients, but no brand PFAS commitment.
⚠Risky category by default
NARS
Natural Radiant Longwear Foundation | Patagonia - M1.2 - medium with neutral undertones
liquid foundation with pigments, polymers, and emollients
Lower PFAS concern typical of conventional liquid foundations; no red flags, but no transparency either.
⚠Risky category by default
NARS
Natural Matte Longwear Foundation
Pigments, silicones, polymers (liquid foundation base)
Lower PFAS concern for a liquid foundation, but NARS offers no public transparency on formulation PFAS status.
⚠Risky category by default
Shiseido
Synchro Skin Self-Refreshing Foundation SPF 30
Water-soluble polymer emulsion, pigments, glycerin
Lower PFAS concern for a typical liquid foundation, but Shiseido provides no public transparency on intentional PFAS use.
⚠Risky category by default
Shiseido
Synchro Skin Self-Refreshing Powder Foundation
Talc, mica, iron oxides, silica powder
Lower concern, powder foundation ingredients are conventional minerals unlikely to require PFAS, but no explicit brand commitment.
⚠Risky category by default
Shiseido
Synchro Skin Radiant Lifting Foundation
Liquid foundation with silicones, water, glycerin, and standard emollients
Lower concern; no known PFAS-prone materials, but no public testing or disclosure.
⚠Risky category by default
Shiseido
UV Protective Compact Foundation SPF 36 Refill
Talc, mica, pigments, binders in pressed powder compact
Lower concern; standard talc/mica powder compact unlikely to contain PFAS, but Shiseido makes no public PFAS disclosure.
⚠Risky category by default
Dior Beauty
Dior Backstage Face & Body Foundation
liquid foundation (water, silicones, pigments, polymers)
Lower concern for PFAS, but silent on ingredients, typical for prestige cosmetics.
⚠Risky category by default
Dior Beauty
Dior Forever Skin Wear Blurring Natural Matte Foundation
liquid foundation (pigments, polymers, glycerin, silicones)
Lower concern; no known PFAS drivers, but Dior discloses nothing, ask direct if worried.
⚠Risky category by default
Dior Beauty
Dior Forever Skin Glow Foundation
Water-based liquid foundation with pigments, glycerin, and silicones
Lower PFAS concern for a conventional liquid foundation, but no brand transparency on formulation.
⚠Risky category by default
Dior Beauty
Dior Forever Glow Star Filter
Pigments, talc, silicones, standard cosmetic powders
Lower concern; typical powder highlighter with no known PFAS triggers, but brand provides no transparency.
⚠Risky category by default
Dior Beauty
Dior Forever Natural Velvet Compact Foundation Refill
Powder (talc or mica base) with silicones and pigments
Lower concern; powder cosmetics rarely require PFAS, but Dior makes no public disclosure.
⚠Risky category by default
Dior Beauty
Dior Forever Natural Matte Velvet Compact Foundation
Talc, mica, pigments, silicones
Lower concern; conventional powder compact with no known PFAS triggers, but Dior provides no transparency.
⚠Risky category by default
Neutrogena
Healthy Skin Liquid Makeup SPF 20
water-based liquid foundation (pigments, glycerin, polymers)
Lower PFAS concern for typical liquid makeup; no waterproofing claim triggers risk.
⚠Risky category by default
Neutrogena
Healthy Skin Anti-Aging Perfector
Liquid cosmetic cream (water, glycerin, silicones, pigments)
Lower concern, conventional cosmetic with no known PFAS-prone features, but brand silence limits certainty.
⚠Risky category by default
Neutrogena
Healthy Skin Liquid Makeup, Buff 310w, 1 fl. oz, Size: 1 fl oz (30mL)
liquid makeup (water, glycerin, pigments, polymers)
Lower concern for PFAS; standard liquid makeup with no known waterproofing treatment.
⚠Risky category by default
Neutrogena
Mineral Sheers Compact Powder Foundation
Mineral powder (talc-free base, iron oxides, mica)
Lower PFAS concern for a mineral powder, no waterproofing or known Teflon-family coating typical in this category.
⚠Risky category by default
Neutrogena
Hydro Boost Hydrating Tint
Water-based tint, pigments, humectants
Lower concern for typical use; no known PFAS risks in formula, but Neutrogena makes no public PFAS commitment.
⚠Risky category by default
Neutrogena
Mineral Sheers Loose Powder Foundation
mineral powder (iron oxides, mica, talc/silica blend)
Lower concern; mineral powders rarely require PFAS, but brand transparency is absent.
⚠Risky category by default
Neutrogena
(2 pack) Neutrogena Healthy Skin Liquid Foundation with Pro-Vitamin B5 and Broad Spectrum SPF 20, Natural Beige 60, 1 fl oz
Water-based liquid foundation with emollients and sunscreen actives (zinc oxide/titanium dioxide likely for SPF 20)
Lower PFAS concern for this cosmetic formula; no waterproofing triggers typical of PFAS use.
⚠Risky category by default
Milk Makeup
Hydro Grip 12-Hour Hydrating Gel Skin Tint
Water-based gel emulsion with silicones and pigments
Lower-concern cosmetic; no known PFAS use, but brand offers no transparency.
⚠Risky category by default
Milk Makeup
Hydro Grip Hydrating Gel Stick Concealer
Silicone base with pigments and humectants; stick formulation
Lower concern; silicone gel stick without waterproofing claims or PFAS-typical features, but brand offers no transparency.
⚠Risky category by default
Milk Makeup
Milk Touch Dewy Glass Skin Foundation
Water-based liquid foundation with glycerin, silicones, and talc/mineral pigments
Lower concern; typical cosmetic formula with no known PFAS triggers, but brand silent on the topic.
⚠Risky category by default
Milk Makeup
Milk flex Foundation
liquid foundation (water, silicones, pigments)
Lower concern; typical liquid foundation with no known PFAS triggers, but no brand transparency.
⚠Risky category by default
Milk Makeup
Sunshine Skin Tint SPF 30 Foundation
Water-based liquid foundation (pigments, glycerin, humectants)
Lower-concern cosmetic; no known PFAS risk, but brand offers no transparency.
⚠Risky category by default
Milk Makeup
Triple the Grip Set
cosmetic pigments, binders, polymers (standard formula)
Lower concern; standard cosmetic makeup product with no known PFAS triggers, but brand discloses nothing.
⚠Risky category by default
Armani Beauty
Luminous Silk Natural Glow Blurring Foundation
silicone, talc, pigments, water-based emulsion
Lower concern; typical liquid foundation with no known PFAS triggers, but brand discloses nothing about PFAS sourcing.
⚠Risky category by default
Armani Beauty
Armani Luminous Silk Natural Glow Blurring Foundation
liquid foundation with silicone polymers, pigments, emollients
Lower PFAS concern typical for conventional liquid foundations; no red flags but no transparency either.
⚠Risky category by default
Armani Beauty
Luminous Silk Foundation
Water, glycerin, silicones, pigments, preservatives (typical liquid foundation)
Lower concern, liquid foundation formula has minimal PFAS risk, but no brand transparency.
⚠Risky category by default
Armani Beauty
Armani Luminous Silk Foundation
water-based liquid foundation, pigments, silicones, glycerin
Lower concern; cosmetic formulations rarely use intentional PFAS, but no public testing or disclosure.
⚠Risky category by default
Armani Beauty
Giorgio Armani Luminous Silk Foundation
Water-based liquid foundation with silicones and pigments
Lower-concern foundation; liquid cosmetics rarely require PFAS, but no brand transparency on formulation.
⚠Risky category by default
Armani Beauty
Luminous Silk Foundation trial size in shade 11
liquid foundation with pigments, silicones, and emollients
Lower PFAS concern for a liquid foundation; standard cosmetic product with no known high-risk ingredients.
⚠Risky category by default
RMS Beauty
ReEvolve Natural Finish Foundation
mineral pigments, plant oils, waxes
Lower-concern foundation; no known PFAS-prone ingredients, but brand offers no transparency.
⚠Risky category by default
RMS Beauty
R.E.M. Beauty Sweetener Foundation
Liquid foundation with mineral pigments and plant-derived ingredients
Lower concern for PFAS, but silent brand stance leaves uncertainty.
⚠Risky category by default
RMS Beauty
UN Cover-Up Cream Foundation - 55 Tanned Amber by RMS Beauty for Women - 1 oz Foundation
Mineral pigments, oils, waxes, plant-based binders
Lower PFAS concern for a mineral cream foundation; no red flags, but brand offers no explicit transparency.
⚠Risky category by default
RMS Beauty
ReEvolve Natural Finish Liquid Foundation SAMPLE (1ml) / SHADE 55
liquid foundation (pigments, glycerin, water, plant oils)
Lower PFAS concern for a liquid foundation with no waterproofing claims, but brand silence on supply chain limits certainty.
⚠Risky category by default
RMS Beauty
ReEvolve Natural Finish Foundation 111 (deep mahogany)
mineral pigments, plant oils, waxes, talc
Lower PFAS concern; no red flags, but brand offers no transparency on forever chemicals.
⚠Risky category by default
Wet n Wild
Photo Focus Foundation
Water-based emulsion (pigments, polymeric film-formers, glycerin, water)
Lower concern cosmetic; no PFAS risk signals detected, but no brand transparency on formulation.
⚠Risky category by default
Wet n Wild
Photo Focus Dewy Foundation
liquid foundation with silicones, polymers, glycerin, mica
Lower PFAS concern for a liquid foundation; no red flags reported.
⚠Risky category by default
Wet n Wild
Bare Focus Niacinamide Skin Tint
Water-based liquid foundation with niacinamide
Lower concern for PFAS; no waterproof coating or Teflon-family coating triggers typical for liquid skin tints.
⚠Risky category by default
Wet n Wild
Bare Focus Skin Tint
Water-based liquid foundation pigments, glycerin, polymeric film-formers
Lower concern for typical use; cosmetic-grade liquid formulations rarely require PFAS, but Wet n Wild has not publicly disclosed PFAS avoidance.
⚠Risky category by default
Wet n Wild
Bare Focus Tinted Hydrator
Water-based cosmetic emulsion (typical tinted moisturizer formula)
Lower concern for most consumers; no known PFAS triggers in typical tinted hydrator formulas, but brand offers no transparency.
⚠Risky category by default
Wet n Wild
Photo Focus Stick Foundation
pigments, waxes, oils, silicones in stick cosmetic base
Lower PFAS concern for typical stick foundation; cosmetics category poses minimal exposure risk vs.
⚠Risky category by default
Wet n Wild
(2 pack) Photo Focus Dewy Liquid Foundation Makeup, Caramel, 1.0 fl oz, for Normal to Dry Skin
liquid foundation (water, glycerin, pigments, standard emollients)
Lower PFAS concern for a standard liquid foundation; no evidence of intentional fluorochemical use.
⚠Risky category by default
Wet n Wild
Wet 'N' Wild Natural Wear Mineral Foundation
mineral powder, iron oxides, talc/mica
Lower-concern cosmetic; mineral foundations rarely require PFAS, but brand offers no explicit reassurance.
⚠Risky category by default
Grover Cosmetics
SPF Skin Tint Serum Foundation - Soft Ivory
liquid foundation with mineral sunscreen (presumed titanium dioxide/zinc oxide)
Lower PFAS concern, but brand silence limits confidence, typical for mainstream cosmetics.
⚠Risky category by default
Grover Cosmetics
Light Porcelain
porcelain (ceramic)
Lower concern, porcelain is inherently ceramic-based, but Grover Cosmetics makes no public PFAS statement.
⚠Risky category by default
Grover Cosmetics
LWYA Gone In A Swipe Center Core Foundation
Pigments, binders, silicones (typical foundation base)
Lower-concern cosmetic; no known PFAS triggers, but brand discloses nothing, check ingredients list.
⚠Risky category by default
Grover Cosmetics
SPF Skin Tint Serum Foundation - Natural Buff
liquid serum foundation (likely water, glycerin, silicones, pigments)
Lower concern, typical liquid cosmetic foundation with no known PFAS triggers, but brand silence leaves room for hidden coatings.
⚠Risky category by default
Grover Cosmetics
Covergirl Clean Fresh Skin Milk Foundation
Water-based liquid foundation (pigments, humectants, emulsifiers)
Lower PFAS concern for a rinse-off cosmetic, but no brand transparency on formulation.
⚠Risky category by default
Covergirl
Clean Invisible Foundation
Water-based liquid foundation with typical pigments, silicones, and emollients
Lower concern. No known PFAS triggers in formulation.
⚠Risky category by default
Guerlain
Terracotta Le Teint Glow Foundation
Liquid foundation with talc, silicones, pigments
Lower PFAS concern. Liquid foundation, no waterproofing or coatings.
⚠Risky category by default
Guerlain
Terracotta Le Teint Foundation
powder foundation with pigments and binders
Lower PFAS risk; powder cosmetics rarely require water-repellent coating or grease-resistant coatings.
⚠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
liquid foundation with silicones, pigments, and emollients
Cosmetic PFAS risk is low for use-and-rinse products, but MAC makes no public disclosure.
⚠Risky category by default
MAC
Studio Radiance Serum-Powered Foundation
liquid serum foundation with glycerin & emollients
No public PFAS risk signals, but cosmetic formula not disclosed, skip if concerned.
⚠Risky category by default
MAC
Studio Fix Tech Cream-To-Powder Foundation
Cream-to-powder emulsion with talc, silica, oils, and pigments
Insufficient public data; standard cosmetic with no known PFAS-linked ingredients, but MAC discloses nothing.
⚠Risky category by default
Estée Lauder
Estee Lauder Futurist Hydra Rescue Moisturizing Makeup SPF 45
water-based liquid makeup with mineral pigments, emollients, and UV filters
Lower concern than cookware or apparel, but no public PFAS disclosure from Estée Lauder, caution warranted.
⚠Risky category by default
Estée Lauder
Estee Lauder Double Wear Stay in Place Longwear Matte Foundation
liquid foundation (pigments, silicones, film-formers, preservatives)
No public PFAS disclosure; cosmetic foundation poses lower inherent PFAS risk than waterproof/long-wear claims might suggest, but Estée Lauder's silence on ingr
⚠Risky category by default
Estée Lauder
Estee Lauder Futurist SkinTint Serum Foundation SPF 20
water-based serum foundation with SPF 20 actives
Lower PFAS concern for typical use, but Estée Lauder provides no disclosure, skip if PFAS transparency matters to you.
⚠Risky category by default
Estée Lauder
Estee Lauder Double Wear Sheer Long-Wear Foundation SPF 19
liquid foundation (water, silicones, emollients)
Insufficient public data; low PFAS risk profile for liquid foundation, but brand offers no transparency.
⚠Risky category by default
Fenty Beauty
by Rihanna Pro Filt'r Soft Matte Longwear Liquid Foundation, Size: 0.4 FL Oz, 455
liquid foundation, pigments, polymers, glycerin, silicones, water
Typical liquid foundation with no disclosed PFAS policy; lower concern than waterproof cosmetics but opaque formulation.
⚠Risky category by default
Urban Decay
Hydromaniac Glowy Tinted Hydrator Foundation 55 1.1 oz / 35 ml
liquid foundation (water, glycerin, silicates)
Lower PFAS risk than waterproof cosmetics, but urban decay makes no public disclosure, skip if you prioritize verified PFAS-free.
⚠Risky category by default
Urban Decay
Naked Skin Weightless Ultra Definition Liquid Makeup
liquid foundation (water, pigments, silicones, polymers)
Insufficient public data; cosmetic foundations rarely flagged for PFAS, but Urban Decay provides no disclosure, ask the brand directly.
⚠Risky category by default
Charlotte Tilbury
Airbrush Flawless Foundation
liquid foundation with silicone emollients, pigments, preservatives
No PFAS risk identified, but cosmetics opacity and lack of disclosure warrants caution.
⚠Risky category by default
L'Oréal
L'Oreal Paris Infallible Pro-Glow Foundation
water-based liquid foundation with silicone emollients
Typical liquid foundation with no public PFAS claim or third-party testing; lower concern than water-resistant cosmetics but transparency absent.
⚠Risky category by default
L'Oréal
L'Oreal Paris visible Lift Serum Absolute Foundation
liquid foundation (water, silicones, pigments, polymers)
Skip until L'Oréal discloses ingredients or third-party testing confirms PFAS absence.
⚠Risky category by default
Lancôme
Lancome Renergie Lift Makeup Foundation
Water-based liquid foundation with silicones, glycerin, and pigments
Insufficient public data; typical liquid foundation poses lower PFAS risk than water-resistant cosmetics, but Lancôme provides no disclosure.
⚠Risky category by default
Lancôme
Lancome Teint Idole Ultra Wear Foundation
liquid foundation (water, silicone, pigments)
Insufficient public transparency; no known PFAS risk profile published.
⚠Risky category by default
Lancôme
LANCOME DUAL FINISH POWDER FOUNDATION
Powder foundation with silicates, talc/mica blend, standard pigments
Lower concern; powder foundations rarely require PFAS, but Lancôme makes no public disclosure.
⚠Risky category by default
Revlon
ColorStay Liquid Foundation Makeup, Normal/Dry Skin, SPF 20, 200 Nude, 1 fl oz
Water-based liquid foundation with pigments, binders, and emollients
Lower PFAS risk likely, but no public assurance from Revlon, check EWG database for updated cosmetic ingredient reviews.
⚠Risky category by default
Revlon
ColorStay Light Cover Liquid Foundation
Water-based liquid foundation with silicones and polymers
Insufficient public data; no known PFAS risk but no transparency either.
⚠Risky category by default
Revlon
Illuminance Skin-Caring Foundation
liquid foundation with silicones, pigments, emollients
Lower concern than water-resistant cosmetics, but no PFAS transparency from Revlon.
⚠Risky category by default
Bobbi Brown
Weightless Skin Foundation SPF 15
liquid foundation with emollient oils and mineral pigments
Low visibility into PFAS risk; typical foundation poses lower concern but lacks transparency.
⚠Risky category by default
Bobbi Brown
Intensive Serum Foundation SPF
liquid foundation with SPF (likely silicone, pigments, emollients)
Skip unless more transparency emerges, cosmetic SPF products carry moderate PFAS risk.
⚠Risky category by default
Clinique
Even Better Clinical Serum Foundation Broad Spectrum SPF 25
liquid foundation emulsion with SPF filter
Lower concern but no PFAS transparency, typical of mainstream cosmetics; waterproof liquid foundations may contain fluorochemicals.
⚠Risky category by default
Clinique
Superbalanced Makeup
liquid foundation with talc, dimethicone, and pigments
Insufficient transparency, typical liquid foundation with no PFAS disclosure or testing.
⚠Risky category by default
Clinique
Beyond Perfecting Foundation + Concealer - CN 02 Breeze
liquid foundation/concealer blend (pigments, emollients, silicones typical)
No red flags known, but Clinique has made no PFAS disclosure, proceed with cautious indifference.
⚠Risky category by default
Clinique
Even Better Clinical Broad Spectrum SPF 45 Foundation
liquid foundation, water and silicone base
No public PFAS risk signals, but no brand transparency either, typical for liquid cosmetics.
⚠Risky category by default
NARS
Natural Radiant Longwear Foundation
liquid foundation with silicones, talc, and pigments
No known PFAS risk, but limited transparency, standard cosmetic caution applies.
⚠Risky category by default
NARS
Light Reflecting Skin Improving Medium Coverage Foundation with Cacao Peptides
liquid foundation with cacao peptides; formulation details not publicly disclosed
Lower-risk category but no PFAS disclosure; cosmetic foundations rarely flagged, but opacity on ingredients is typical.
⚠Risky category by default
NARS
Natural Radiant Longwear Liquid Foundation
liquid foundation (water, glycerin, silicones, pigments)
No public PFAS risk indicators, but cosmetics formula opacity and lack of disclosure limit confidence.
⚠Risky category by default
NARS
Makeup | Nars Radiant Longwear Foundation | Color: Tan | Size: 1 Fl Oz | Dianamedina895's Closet
liquid foundation (water, silicones, pigments, preservatives)
Insufficient public data; cosmetics are lower PFAS-risk products, but NARS does not publicly disclose ingredient details or PFAS testing.
⚠Risky category by default
Shiseido
Revitalessence Skin Glow Foundation SPF 30
liquid foundation with pigments, silicones, glycerin, water
Unclear PFAS risk; Shiseido provides no public disclosure on PFAS content or avoidance.
⚠Risky category by default
Shiseido
Synchro Skin Self-Refreshing Foundation
liquid foundation with silicones, water, pigments
Skip until Shiseido discloses or third-party tests this foundation.
⚠Risky category by default
Dior Beauty
Dior Forever Hydra Nude Foundation
liquid foundation suspension (presumed silicone, glycerin, pigments)
No public PFAS risk flags; cosmetic formulations rarely disclose PFAS, caveat emptor.
⚠Risky category by default
Neutrogena
Healthy Skin Sensitive Skin Serum Foundation
liquid foundation with pigments, silicones, and water base
Lower concern for PFAS, but no active reassurance from brand or testing.
⚠Risky category by default
Milk Makeup
Flex Foundation Stick
Wax/oil/pigment blend (stick foundation); proprietary emollient base
Skip unless MILK Makeup publicly discloses PFAS absence, cosmetic formulations are opaque.
⚠Risky category by default
Milk Makeup
Blur Liquid Matte Foundation
liquid foundation formula (water, silicones, pigments)
Low-risk category, but brand makes no PFAS disclosure, typical for cosmetics, so proceed with modest confidence.
⚠Risky category by default
Grover Cosmetics
Covergirl Outlast All Day Stay Fabulous 3 in 1 Foundation
liquid foundation (pigments, silicones, humectants, preservatives)
Insufficient public data; no PFAS red flags identified, but no assurances either.
⚠Risky category by default
Grover Cosmetics
Lovro Bublle Foundation
Liquid foundation (presumed water/silicone base)
Insufficient public data, cannot assess PFAS risk for this obscure product.
⚠Risky category by default
Grover Cosmetics
Breathable Full-Coverage Dewy Finish Foundation
pigments, emollients, binders (unspecified formulation)
Insufficient data; Grover Cosmetics has not disclosed PFAS stance, skip if concerned.
⚠Risky category by default
Covergirl
Olay Simply Ageless 3-in-1 Liquid Foundation
Water-based liquid foundation with pigments, polymers, glycerin
No public PFAS risk signals; cosmetics rarely intentional PFAS sources.
⚠Risky category by default
Covergirl
& Olay Simply Ageless Instant Wrinkle- Defying Foundation
Water-based liquid foundation with emulsifiers, silicones, and pigments
No public PFAS disclosure; cosmetics risk typically lower concern.
⚠Risky category by default
Guerlain
Parure Gold Skin Matte Fluid Foundation
Water-based fluid foundation with silicones and polymers
No public PFAS disclosure; insufficient data for firm assessment.
⚠Risky category by default
Guerlain
Parure Gold Skin Control Matte Compact Foundation
talc, mica, iron oxides, silicones in compact powder form
Lower concern; powder cosmetics rarely require PFAS.
⚠Risky category by default
MAC
Studio Waterweight SPF 30 Foundation
liquid foundation with water-resistant/waterweight polymer matrix
Unknown PFAS risk; waterproof cosmetics often contain fluorinated polymers, request ingredient transparency from MAC.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Estée Lauder
Estee Lauder Double Wear Stay-in-place Foundation
liquid foundation with silicone base and water-resistant polymers
Skip until Estée Lauder clarifies waterproofing chemistry, PFAS risk unclear for long-wear cosmetics.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Estée Lauder
Estee Lauder Double Wear Stay in Place Makeup - 1.0 oz / 30 ml / Tan
liquid foundation with synthetic polymers and water-resistant binders
Silent on PFAS; waterproof cosmetics commonly use fluorinated compounds, proceed with caution or contact Estée Lauder directly.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Estée Lauder
Estee Lauder Double Wear Maximum Cover Camouflage Makeup
Silicone, talc, volatile silicones, polymers (unspecified)
Skip until Estée Lauder discloses waterproofing chemistry, PFAS risk unclear.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Urban Decay
Face Bond Self-Setting Waterproof Foundation
Liquid foundation with waterproof polymers (unspecified)
Skip until transparency improves, waterproof cosmetics often use PFAS, and Urban Decay won't disclose.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Urban Decay
All Nighter Liquid Foundation
liquid foundation with silicones, polymers, water-resistant formula
Skip until transparency improves, waterproof cosmetics pose PFAS risk but Urban Decay provides no disclosure.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
L'Oréal
L'Oreal Paris Infallible Fresh Wear Foundation
silicone, talc, iron oxides, pigments; waterproof/long-wear film-forming polymers (unspecified)
Moderate caution: waterproof foundation likely uses Teflon-family coating or PFAS-adjacent water-repellent agents, but no public testing or disclosures available.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Lancôme
Lancome Teint Idole Ultra Wear Care & Glow Foundation
liquid foundation with waterproof/long-wear polymeric film formers
Skip if PFAS-sensitive; waterproof cosmetics carry inherent concern without disclosure.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Lancôme
Lancome Teint Idole Shape Blurring Multi-Use Stick
Silicone-based stick formula with synthetic binders and waterproofing agents
Skip until Lancôme discloses waterproofing chemistry, PFAS risk unclear in waterproof cosmetics.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Lancôme
Lancome Teint Idole Ultra Wear Care and Glow Foundation - 515N
liquid foundation with silicones, polymers; waterproof/long-wear formulation
Skip unless you accept waterproof cosmetics' unknown PFAS risk, Lancôme offers no transparency.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Lancôme
Lancome Teint Idole Ultra Wear Foundation Stick
Wax/oil stick foundation with waterproofing agents
Skip until ingredient transparency improves; waterproof cosmetics commonly use PFAS, and Lancôme discloses nothing.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Tarte Cosmetics
Tarte Face Tape Foundation
liquid foundation with silicone polymers and water-resistant binders
Insufficient transparency; the waterproof claim warrants caution without explicit PFAS disclosure.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Tarte Cosmetics
Tarte Maneater Foundation Stick
Wax-based stick foundation with water-resistant polymers
Skip until Tarte discloses water-resistant coating ingredients or pursues third-party PFAS verification.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Revlon
ColorStay Makeup Normal Dry Skin
Liquid foundation with film-forming polymers and silicone
Skip until Revlon discloses waterproofing chemistry or provides third-party testing.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Revlon
ColorStay Full Cover Foundation
Water-resistant liquid foundation (silicones, polymers, water)
Unknown PFAS risk; cosmetic waterproofing raises concern but no public testing exists for this product.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Revlon
ColorStay Makeup for Normal/Dry Skin
polymeric film/silicone-based waterproof coating
Moderate concern due to waterproof treatment; Revlon has not disclosed PFAS-free status.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Revlon
ColorStay Makeup for Combination/Oily Skin
silicone, polymethyl methacrylate (PMMA), talc, water-resistant polymers
Moderate concern due to waterproof formula; Revlon has not disclosed PFAS use or absence.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Revlon
ColorStay Makeup Combination Oily Skin
liquid foundation with waterproof polymers and silicones
Skip or proceed with caution, waterproof cosmetics carry PFAS risk; Revlon offers no transparency.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Shiseido
UV Protective Stick Foundation SPF 37
Cosmetic stick foundation with UV filters and waterproofing additives
Skip until Shiseido discloses waterproofing chemistry or provides third-party testing.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Shiseido
Maquillage Essence Liquid EX Foundation SPF50+/PA++++ 24ml
liquid foundation with waterproof/water-resistant treatment
Waterproof liquid cosmetics carry inherent PFAS risk; Shiseido discloses nothing, skip or contact brand directly.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Dior Beauty
Dior Forever Skin Perfect Multi-Use Foundation Stick
Silicones, waxes, pigments (stick foundation base); waterproofing/durability treatment likely present
Skip until Dior discloses waterproofing ingredients or obtain third-party testing.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Armani Beauty
Power Fabric + Foundation SPF 25
Liquid foundation with silicones, polymers, and water-resistant SPF actives
Skip unless Armani discloses formula, waterproof cosmetics commonly use PFAS, and the brand is silent.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Covergirl
Outlast All-Day Ultimate Finish Foundation
liquid foundation with silicones, polymers, waterproofing agents
Waterproof cosmetics may contain PFAS; no brand disclosure found.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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