Creme of Nature · Hair Spray
Creme of Nature Pure Honey Silicone-Free Lightweight Shine Mist
Lower PFAS concern. Silicone-free liquid cosmetic, no water-repellent coating coatings typical.
This is a liquid shine mist, not a coated product. Silicone-free formulations are generally lower PFAS risk. No brand PFAS claim or third-party verification found.
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water-based spray, silicone-free formulant
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
This is a water-based aerosol or pump spray designed to add shine without silicone film-building polymers. The active ingredients are likely humectants (honey extract), conditioning agents, and preservatives dissolved in water with propellant or compressed air. Water-based formulas shed less concern for volatile silicone off-gassing and bioaccumulation than silicone-heavy alternatives, though preservative choice and fragrance composition matter for skin contact risk.
The brand's record and disclosure
Creme of Nature is a mass-market hair-care line owned by Sundial Brands, positioned toward textured hair. The brand has not made prominent public commitments to PFAS avoidance, heavy-metal testing, or third-party certification (no EWG Verified, Leaping Bunny, or similar marks on record). No major recalls or safety controversies are established for this specific product line, though ingredient transparency is typical industry-standard rather than above it.
How it compares in its category
Silicone-free hair sprays occupy a niche positioned as lighter and easier to wash out than silicone-based shine sprays. This product avoids some volatility concerns of silicone aerosols but relies on preservatives and fragrance to maintain stability and scent, which is standard practice. Pricing and formulation suggest it competes with drugstore naturals rather than premium or certified-clean lines, so ingredient disclosure is less detailed than salon or indie brands.
If you buy it
Apply at arm's length from face to avoid inhalation of mist; use in ventilated spaces. Do not apply to scalp or skin; intended for hair fibers only. Shake well before each use to maintain emulsion. Replace if odor changes, separation persists, or you notice scalp irritation after application. Store away from heat and direct sunlight to preserve preservative efficacy.
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 and undisclosed components
Hair sprays typically use fragrance blends that may include common sensitizers (limonene, linalool, eugenol). Ingredient lists rarely itemize fragrance components, so individual allergenic risk cannot be fully assessed without contacting the brand or patch testing.
Preservative safety (formaldehyde releasers)
No formaldehyde or formaldehyde-releasing preservatives are disclosed or typical in modern silicone-free water-based sprays. If present, would be listed on label; none reported for this product on available ingredient summaries.
Heavy metals in pigments or conditioning agents
Silicone-free shine sprays do not typically contain pigments or mineral colorants that carry lead or cadmium risk. Honey extract and conditioning polymers are low-risk sources; no contamination reported for this product.
Aerosol inhalation and respiratory irritation
Propellants and fine mist dispersion can irritate airways if applied indoors without ventilation or inhaled directly. Risk is typical of spray products and mitigated by outdoor or well-ventilated use; no brand-specific safety data suggests elevated risk.
Microplastics from synthetic polymers
Water-based silicone-free formulas typically rely on natural or degradable thickeners rather than microbeads. No microplastic content reported; silicone-free positioning suggests avoidance of persistent polymer accumulation in waterways.
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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