Crayola · Lip Gloss
Lip Smacker Crayola Liquid Lip Gloss Best Flavor Forever 5 Pack 0.09 fl oz (2.8 ml) Each
Lower concern. Typical liquid lip gloss, no known PFAS-risk materials.
Liquid lip gloss with wax and oil base. No waterproofing or special coatings typical of PFAS use. Crayola makes no PFAS claims but product design suggests lower risk.
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liquid wax, oils, colorants in tube packaging
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 products are liquid wax-oil formulations with colorants, typically containing paraffin or synthetic waxes, mineral oils, and cosmetic-grade dyes or pigments. These are standard lip gloss ingredients with established safety histories in cosmetics. The formula is designed to be applied topically to lips only, minimizing systemic absorption. Crayola's branding as a consumer brand means formulations follow FDA cosmetic ingredient guidelines, though lip products fall into a gray zone between cosmetics and colorants.
The brand's record and disclosure
Crayola, owned by Hallmark, has no public history of cosmetic product recalls related to this lip gloss line. The brand does not publish detailed ingredient transparency reports or third-party safety certifications for cosmetics. Crayola is primarily known for crayons and art supplies; their cosmetic line is a licensed extension. No formal statements on heavy metal testing, allergen screening, or chemical restrictions have been documented for this product.
How it compares in its category
Mass-market lip glosses from toy-branded or novelty brands typically use simpler formulations than prestige cosmetics, which can mean fewer complex additives but also less rigorous ingredient sourcing documentation. Lip Smacker products are positioned as budget-friendly, fun cosmetics for children and teens, not high-performance formulations. Compared to dermatologist-tested brands, there is no public evidence of clinical safety testing, but also no documented complaints or adverse event reports for this specific product line.
If you buy it
Use only as directed: apply to lips externally; do not ingest. If swallowed in small amounts, wax and mineral oil are low-toxicity, but accidental ingestion of the full tube could cause mild digestive upset. Store at room temperature away from heat, as wax formulations may separate or become tacky if exposed to temperatures above 80F. Replace every 6-12 months or if odor, discoloration, or texture changes occur. Discontinue use if any redness, swelling, or itching develops.
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 metals in colorants (lead, cadmium, arsenic)
No recalls or test reports of heavy metal contamination in Lip Smacker products have been published. Cosmetic colorants in the US are regulated, but this product has not undergone public third-party heavy metal screening that is available for review.
1,4-dioxane (cosmetic impurity)
Dioxane can form as a trace byproduct in cosmetics during manufacturing of certain ingredients. Lip glosses with ethoxylated emulsifiers or surfactants may contain trace dioxane. No specific testing data for Lip Smacker exists in public records, but the risk is typical for mass-market lip products.
Fragrance allergens and undisclosed fragrance components
The product is flavored (implied by 'flavor' in name), meaning fragrance and flavoring agents are present. Crayola does not publish fragrance ingredient lists, so specific allergens cannot be assessed. Individuals with fragrance sensitivities should patch-test first.
Accidental ingestion toxicity (aspiration risk in young children)
Lip gloss intended for lips carries low ingestion risk in normal use, but young children (under age 5) may accidentally swallow product. Wax and mineral oil are non-toxic in small amounts but can cause mild digestive upset in larger quantities; tube contains 2.8 ml per unit.
Formaldehyde releasers or preservative allergens
No public disclosure of preservative system used in Lip Smacker lip gloss. Formaldehyde-releasing preservatives are permitted in cosmetics at low levels but not documented in this brand's formulations based on available ingredient information.
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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