Fenty Beauty · Eyeliner
Fenty Beauty Trace'd Out Pencil Lip Liner
Lower-concern cosmetic with no known PFAS risk factors, but Fenty offers no transparency.
Lip liners typically contain wax, pigments, and binders, materials not inherently linked to PFAS. Fenty Beauty has not disclosed PFAS use or absence for this product. No third-party testing or recall history identified. Confidence is moderate because cosmetics formulations vary and independent lab data is sparse.
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wax/pigment pencil with wood or paper casing
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
Fenty Trace'd Out is a wax-based pencil liner composed primarily of wax (likely paraffin or plant-derived), pigments for color, and a wood or paper barrel casing. This formulation is chemically stable and not designed to be heated or applied to sensitive mucous membranes at high temperatures. The pencil format eliminates many risks associated with liquid or cream cosmetics, such as preservative burden or water-based microbial contamination.
The brand's record and disclosure
Fenty Beauty does not publish a formal ingredient safety or sustainability transparency report beyond product ingredient lists on its website and packaging. The brand has not faced major recalls or established safety controversies related to lip liners. Fenty operates under LVMH ownership and complies with FDA and EU cosmetic regulations, but offers no third-party certifications (e.g., vegan, cruelty-free verification) or specific material sourcing commitments.
How it compares in its category
Pencil lip liners as a category carry lower inherent risk than liquid or glossy formulations because they contain fewer additives, humectants, and preservatives. Fenty Trace'd Out sits in the mainstream cosmetic tier, with safety and ingredient disclosure typical of mass-market prestige brands. No independent testing or reports distinguish this product as higher or lower risk than comparable pencil liners from MAC, Urban Decay, or drugstore brands.
If you buy it
Store pencil liner at room temperature away from heat to prevent wax degradation and color separation. Sharpen regularly and replace when worn below the ferrule to avoid splinters or barrel contamination. Avoid application to broken or inflamed lip skin. Like all lip products, wash hands after application and do not share with others to limit bacterial or fungal cross-contamination.
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 pigments
Cosmetic-grade iron oxides, titanium dioxide, and synthetic colorants in lip liners are regulated for lead and cadmium content under FDA guidelines. No independent testing or recalls of Fenty lip liners for metal contamination are on record.
Formaldehyde releasers
Wax-based pencil formulations do not typically require formaldehyde-releasing preservatives like DMDM hydantoin. Fenty does not list such agents in publicly available ingredient information for this product.
Fragrance allergens and contact sensitization
Fenty Trace'd Out contains fragrance compounds per ingredient listing, which can trigger contact dermatitis or lip irritation in sensitive individuals. Specific fragrance allergen disclosure is not provided; patch testing on inner arm or lower lip margin is advisable before regular use.
Talc contamination
This product is not listed as talc-containing. Pencil liners do not typically use talc as a carrier or anti-caking agent, reducing aspiration or inhalation risk.
Wood barrel pesticides or microbial colonization
The paper or wood casing may be treated with conventional forestry pesticides or fungicides during production. No ingredient disclosure covers casing materials. Proper storage and keeping the pencil sharpened and dry reduces risk of mold or bacterial growth on the barrel.
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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