Crayola · Lip Gloss
Crayola Sky Blue Blueberry Flavored Lip Gloss
Lower concern cosmetic; Crayola does not disclose PFAS use.
Lip gloss with no known waterproof or stain-resistant coatings requiring PFAS. No brand PFAS claims or third-party testing found; typical cosmetic formulation poses lower risk than treated textiles or coated cookware.
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Wax, oil, pigment blend (typical lip gloss)
Brand disclosure
Brand is silent on PFAS
Lab data
No public lab test
Why this grade
Safe base material
Made from a material with no inherent PFAS use (ceramic, mineral, or natural fiber).
Category baseline
cosmetics is a category where PFAS exposure is more common.
No PFAS disclosure
No public statement about PFAS in this product.
The full breakdown
What it's made of and why it matters
Crayola Sky Blue Blueberry lip gloss is formulated from a wax-oil-pigment blend typical of non-comedogenic cosmetic lip products. The base oils (usually mineral, jojoba, or castor oil) and waxes (beeswax, carnauba, or synthetic alternatives) are stable at room temperature and mouth contact and do not degrade into hazardous byproducts during normal use. Pigments in the blue shade are likely synthetic iron oxides or approved colorants (FD&C or CI certified), which are inert in lip gloss matrices. This composition avoids the coating-degradation and leaching risks inherent to cookware or food-contact ceramics.
The brand's record and disclosure
Crayola is a subsidiary of Hallmark Cards with a long history in children's products and has not faced major cosmetic safety recalls or lawsuits in the lip gloss category. The brand does not publicly disclose PFAS presence or absence in cosmetics, which is common industry practice for smaller cosmetic lines; FDA does not require pre-market disclosure of PFAS in lip gloss. Crayola products are generally formulated to avoid heavy metals and allergens, though third-party testing data on individual SKUs is limited. The brand holds no formal toxicology certifications (e.g., EWG, Leaping Bunny) for this line.
How it compares in its category
Crayola lip gloss sits in the mass-market, non-premium category alongside brands like Maybelline and Rimmel; it uses simpler formulations with fewer emollient or active ingredients than luxury brands. This simplicity is a safety advantage: fewer ingredients mean fewer sources of contamination or allergen triggers. Compared to indie or unregulated lip glosses, Crayola benefits from FDA compliance oversight and supply-chain consistency. The blue pigmentation may pose a slightly lower allergy risk than products using synthetic azo dyes, though both are generally safe at cosmetic concentrations.
If you buy it
Store the product at room temperature, away from heat or direct sunlight, to prevent wax softening or separation. Do not use if the gloss has separated into distinct oil and wax layers or shows discoloration, as this signals oxidation or microbial growth. Replace the tube every 12 months or sooner if the applicator has been shared or exposed to moisture; lip glosses can harbor bacterial growth if contaminated. Avoid application if you have a known allergy to beeswax or mineral oils, and perform a small patch test if you have sensitive lips.
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.”
Heavy metal contamination in pigments (lead, cadmium, arsenic)
Crayola uses approved synthetic iron oxides and FD&C colorants in cosmetics, which are manufactured under FDA color additive regulations. No reports of heavy metal exceedances in Crayola lip gloss products.
Formaldehyde releasers or cross-linking preservatives
Lip gloss formulations typically avoid formaldehyde-releasing preservatives due to short shelf-life risk and consumer sensitivity. Crayola does not disclose preservative systems, but standard cosmetic-grade lip gloss uses benzoate or phenoxyethanol at safe concentrations.
1,4-dioxane contamination from emulsifiers
If this gloss contains polysorbate-based emulsifiers (common in lip glosses), 1,4-dioxane may be a trace by-product. Exposure from topical lip application is minimal because absorption through lip skin is low and residual solvent evaporates. No specific testing of Crayola lip gloss for 1,4-dioxane has been published.
Allergic contact dermatitis from fragrance or botanical extracts
Crayola adds blueberry flavoring and fragrance compounds to this product; synthetic flavor chemicals and natural fruit extracts can trigger perioral dermatitis in sensitive individuals. The risk is low because lip glosses are non-occlusive and rinsed by saliva, but patch testing is recommended for those with cosmetic allergies.
Microplastic shedding from wax particles
Lip gloss waxes are designed to be edible (ingested via saliva) and do not constitute microplastics. Crayola wax formulations do not contain polyethylene microbeads or synthetic polymers marketed as exfoliants.
What we don’t know
This grade is a model-based estimate from public materials, coatings, and brand disclosure at 72% 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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