Burt's Bees · Shaving Cream
Burt's Bees Men's Shave Cream 6 oz 2 pk
Lower PFAS concern, a simple topical shave cream with no functional need for PFAS chemistry.
Burt's Bees Men's Shave Cream is a rinse-off cosmetic with no known PFAS triggers. It contains water, plant oils, and typical emulsifiers, none of which require fluorochemicals for performance. Burt's Bees has made no public PFAS commitments, but the product category and formula do not suggest intentional PFAS use.
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Water, natural oils, plant-derived emulsifiers, minimal synthetic additives
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.
No PFAS disclosure
No public statement about PFAS in this product.
Safe base material
Made from a material with no inherent PFAS use (ceramic, mineral, or natural fiber).
The full breakdown
What it's made of and why it matters
Burt's Bees Men's Shave Cream is formulated primarily with water, natural plant oils (such as soybean and coconut), and plant-derived emulsifiers rather than synthetic surfactants or mineral oils. The brand avoids silicones, parabens, and phthalates in this line, which reduces exposure to endocrine disruptors common in conventional shaving creams. The minimal additive load means fewer synthetic preservatives or fragrance compounds to evaluate for skin irritation or sensitization.
The brand's record and disclosure
Burt's Bees is owned by Clorox and maintains a "natural" positioning with partial ingredient transparency on packaging and website. The brand does not publish comprehensive PFAS testing or statements, but the formulation does not rely on water-repellency chemistry that typically requires PFAS. No major recalls or safety controversies specific to this shave cream line are on record in FDA or CPSC databases.
How it compares in its category
Conventional shaving creams often contain synthetic fragrances, high levels of glycerin, and antimicrobial preservatives; this product's plant-oil base and simpler preservative system put it toward the cleaner end of the market. Compared to synthetic-heavy foaming creams or canned aerosols, the water-and-oil emulsion is gentler and does not require propellant gases. Trade-off: some users report less lather density than traditional canned shave gels.
If you buy it
Shaving cream is a rinse-off topical product with minimal systemic absorption, so short-term exposure hazards are low. Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight to preserve oil stability and prevent rancidity. The 6 oz container should last 2-3 months with typical use; replace if odor or separation occurs. Discontinue use if redness or irritation develops, though allergic reactions to this formulation are uncommon.
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.”
Fragrance allergens
Burt's Bees uses 'natural fragrances' derived from essential oils and plant extracts; individual sensitivity to linalool, limonene, or other natural fragrance compounds is documented in dermatology literature, though prevalence in this product is unknown.
Preservative safety (plant-derived systems)
This product likely uses natural preservatives such as tocopherol or essential oil extracts rather than synthetic paraben or formaldehyde releasers; no established safety concerns with this approach in rinse-off topical products.
Oil rancidity and microbial growth if stored improperly
Water-and-oil emulsions can separate or develop off-odors if exposed to heat or prolonged moisture; proper storage minimizes this, but product shelf-life is shorter than synthetic formulations.
Heavy metals in natural plant ingredients
Burt's Bees does not disclose heavy metal testing for plant oil inputs; no recalls or regulatory findings for lead, cadmium, or mercury in this product are on record.
1,4-dioxane or formaldehyde releasers
The brand's avoidance of synthetic surfactants and traditional preservatives makes presence of these contaminants unlikely; however, no independent testing data are publicly available to confirm absence.
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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