75/ 100
C
OverallF63/100
Augustinus Bader The Ultimate Soothing Cream

Augustinus Bader · Moisturizer

Augustinus Bader The Ultimate Soothing Cream

C · Moderate

Lower PFAS concern; typical premium skincare without identified risk factors.

Verdict: BuyWater-based cream with no established safety red flags; standard premium skincare formulation with transparent ingredient list and lower PFAS profile.

Augustius Bader's Ultimate Soothing Cream is a moisturizing emulsion with no public disclosure of PFAS or intentional fluorinated ingredients. The brand makes no PFAS claims either way.

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Material

Water-based cream emulsion (glycerin, oils, plant extracts, squalane)

Brand disclosure

Brand is silent on PFAS

Lab data

No public lab test

Why this grade

Category baseline

cosmetics is a category where PFAS exposure is more common.

Hurts the grade

No PFAS disclosure

No public statement about PFAS in this product.

Hurts the grade

Safe base material

Made from a material with no inherent PFAS use (ceramic, mineral, or natural fiber).

Helps the grade

The full breakdown

What it's made of and why it matters

The Ultimate Soothing Cream is a water-based emulsion built around glycerin, plant oils, and squalane, all common, well-tolerated moisturizing agents with low toxicity profiles. The formula includes plant extracts (often marketed for soothing properties) and stabilizers typical of premium creams. Water-based formulations are inherently lower-risk than oil-only or solvent-heavy alternatives because they require fewer synthetic preservatives and have less potential for ingredient migration into skin.

The brand's record and disclosure

Augustinus Bader publishes ingredient lists and emphasizes science-backed formulation; the brand does not publicly engage on PFAS policy, which is typical for prestige skincare lines but not exceptional. No major recalls or safety controversies are on record for this product or brand. The company markets itself as dermatologist-developed, though third-party certification (cruelty-free, organic, clean beauty) is absent from standard marketing materials.

How it compares in its category

Premium moisturizers in this price range typically use similar water-glycerin-oil bases; this product sits in the mainstream prestige segment without extreme claims (no 'chemical-free' marketing that invites scrutiny). Compared to budget mass-market creams, it avoids heavy fragrance loads and synthetic colorants. It is not positioned as 'clean' or 'natural' certified, which means fewer marketing restrictions but also no third-party validation of ingredient sourcing.

If you buy it

Store in a cool, dry place away from direct heat or sunlight to maintain emulsion stability; most water-based creams degrade faster than anhydrous products once opened. Use within 12 months of opening and discard if the texture separates, odor changes, or visible mold appears. Apply with clean hands or a spatula to reduce bacterial contamination. No special precautions beyond standard cosmetic hygiene are needed for this formulation type.

Beyond PFAS: other things we checked

Established hazard classes for this product type, assessed from public information. These never change the PFAS grade; a Likely flag caps the Verdict at “Buy with care.”

Possible

Fragrance allergens

Product contains fragrance components typical of premium skincare; exact fragrance formula is proprietary. Individuals with fragrance sensitivity or compromised skin barrier should patch-test, as soothing claims may mask mild irritation in sensitive users.

None known

Formaldehyde releasers (preservatives)

No formaldehyde-releasing preservatives (e.g., DMDM hydantoin, imidazolidinyl urea) are listed on available ingredient disclosures. Standard preservatives in water-based creams are typically phenoxyethanol or sodium benzoate, neither of which release formaldehyde.

Possible

Heavy metals in plant extracts

Plant-derived ingredients can accumulate heavy metals (lead, cadmium) from soil if sourcing is not controlled. Augustinus Bader does not publicly disclose heavy metal testing or supply-chain specifications for botanical inputs, which is common but not exceptional in prestige skincare.

Possible

Microbial contamination (water-based emulsion)

Water-based creams require preservatives to prevent bacterial and fungal growth; efficacy depends on formulation and handling. Risk is low with proper storage and application (clean hands or spatula), but jars with fingers-dipped access are higher-risk than pumps or tubes.

None known

1,4-dioxane (trace contaminant in emulsifiers)

1,4-dioxane can occur as a manufacturing byproduct in ethoxylated ingredients; Augustius Bader does not publicly disclose testing for this contaminant, and it is not flagged in available safety reviews of this product.

What we don’t know

This grade is a model-based estimate from public materials, coatings, and brand disclosure at 78% confidence. It is not a lab result.

No independent PFAS lab test is on record for this exact product. A lab test could move the score in either direction.

The brand has not made a specific, verifiable PFAS-free statement, so part of this score reflects that missing disclosure rather than a confirmed material.

Formulations and coatings change between production runs. Always check the current label before buying.

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