Crayola · Lip Gloss
Lip Smacker Crayola Lip Balm Gift Box
Lower concern. Typical wax lip balm without water-resistant treatments.
Lip Smacker Crayola lip balms are wax-oil based products with no known PFAS drivers. No brand PFAS disclosures found, but standard formulations pose lower risk.
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wax and oil-based lip balm in tube/stick form
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
Lip Smacker Crayola balms are wax and oil formulations (typically beeswax, carnauba wax, mineral oil, and fragrance) designed to soften and moisturize lips without occlusive silicones or film-forming polymers. The stick or tube format minimizes direct contact with preservatives and water-based emulsifiers that can trigger irritation in sensitive individuals. Crayola's heritage in non-toxic products for children extends to this line, meaning colorant choices historically favor safer iron oxides and mica over heavy-metal-laden dyes. No surfactants or stabilizers requiring problematic chemistry are needed in a simple wax matrix.
The brand's record and disclosure
Crayola has maintained a long public commitment to child safety and non-toxic formulations, though specific ingredient disclosure for lip products is limited to basic labeling. The company has faced no major recalls or safety controversies involving this lip balm line. However, Crayola does not publish detailed safety certifications (e.g., EWG verification, dermatologist testing statements) or full transparency reports for cosmetic products, leaving some formulation details opaque. PFAS stance is not explicitly documented, typical for legacy beauty brands that do not market water-resistance as a feature.
How it compares in its category
Lip Smacker Crayola sits in the mass-market, youth-oriented segment and avoids the premium or clinical positioning of brands claiming hypoallergenic or organic credentials. Compared to balms with synthetic polymers (dimethicone, PVP) or controversial preservatives, this wax-oil base is chemically simpler and lower-risk. It lacks the problematic sunscreen UV filters (oxybenzone, octinoxate) found in some SPF-labeled lip products, though it offers no sun protection. Price and accessibility make it competitive with store-brand alternatives; safety profiles are broadly similar across this category.
If you buy it
Store in a cool, dry place away from direct heat; wax formulas can soften or separate if exposed to sustained warmth above 75F. Replace if texture changes, odor develops, or redness/irritation appears after application (early sign of sensitivity to fragrance or wax type). Do not share tubes with others to avoid bacterial cross-contamination. Avoid ingestion in large amounts; while non-toxic, these products are cosmetic-grade and not formulated for internal use.
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 sensitization and allergens
Lip Smacker products contain fragrance compounds for flavor and scent; no ingredients list specifies whether synthetic fragrance or essential oils are used. Individuals with sensitive lips or fragrance allergies may experience irritation, though prevalence of reaction to wax-based balms is lower than to water-based products.
Heavy metals in colorants and mica
Crayola's history prioritizes non-toxic pigments, and lip balms use minimal color. No recalls or test results indicating lead, cadmium, or arsenic contamination have been reported for this product line. Mica typically has low metal burden when sourced responsibly.
Microplastic content
Wax and oil formulations do not require microbeads or polymeric exfoliants. Ingredient lists do not indicate synthetic polymer fillers, though full transparency on trace additives is not publicly available.
Lip irritation from wax quality or residue
Low-grade mineral oil or improperly refined waxes can leave a sticky film or cause dryness if applied repeatedly. Crayola's sourcing standards are mature, but individual sensitivity to lanolin or beeswax (if used) remains a risk for some users.
BPA or BPS in packaging
Lip balm tubes are typically polypropylene or polyethylene, not polycarbonate, so BPA leaching risk is minimal. No recalls linked to packaging chemicals have been reported for Lip Smacker products.
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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