Jack Black · Shaving Cream
Jack Black Supreme Cream Shave Lather - 2.6oz
Lower concern, traditional shave cream formulation with no known PFAS drivers.
Jack Black Supreme Cream Shave is a conventional water-based lather with no water-repellent coating, nonstick finish, or stain resistance claimed. The formula contains soap, glycerin, and humectants typical of legacy shaving products, categories with minimal PFAS risk.
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Soap-based shaving cream, primary ingredients water, stearic acid, potassium hydroxide, glycerin
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
Jack Black Supreme Cream is a soap-based lather built on stearic acid (a saturated fatty acid from plant or animal sources) saponified with potassium hydroxide, plus glycerin as a humectant and water as the vehicle. This is classic shaving cream chemistry, not modern synthetic polymer-based foams. The absence of aerosol propellants and reliance on mechanical whipping or hand-application reduces inhalation exposure risk compared to pressurized canned versions.
The brand's record and disclosure
Jack Black (Edgewell Personal Care subsidiary) maintains no prominent third-party certifications such as EWG Verified or USDA Organic for this line. The brand does not publicly disclose detailed fragrance or preservative breakdowns on packaging or website; ingredient lists identify broad categories rather than individual components. No major product recalls or safety controversies on record for this shaving cream line. Brand transparency on chemical sourcing and testing is limited compared to certified natural or eco-focused competitors.
How it compares in its category
This product sits in the mainstream commercial middle ground. It avoids the volatile organic compound (VOC) burden of aerosol shaving gels and the synthetic polymer texture of modern canned foams, but it offers less ingredient transparency than premium brands (e.g., Art of Shaving) or certified natural lines (e.g., Kiss My Face). Price and performance-per-ounce are competitive for conventional shaving creams, with a focus on slip and cushion rather than organic or hypoallergenic positioning.
If you buy it
Store in a cool, dry place away from direct heat or sunlight to preserve the emulsion and prevent separation. Use with water to activate lather; the cream is safe for all skin types but test on a patch if you have known sensitivities to fragrances or glycerin. A 2.6 oz tube typically lasts 2-4 weeks with daily use. Discontinue use if you experience unexplained redness, burning, or rash and patch-test any new products near the jaw or neck first.
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 (undisclosed components)
Jack Black does not itemize fragrance constituents on the label, listing only 'fragrance' as a single ingredient. Contact allergens such as limonene, linalool, or geraniol may be present; individuals with fragrance sensitivity should contact the manufacturer for full disclosure or perform a patch test.
Formaldehyde releasers or preservative sensitization
No public formulation data confirms the use of formaldehyde-releasing preservatives (e.g., DMDM hydantoin) in this product. Standard preservative systems in soap-based creams are unlikely to generate formaldehyde, but full preservative identity is not disclosed.
Skin irritation from alkalinity
Potassium hydroxide residue or imbalance in rinse-off can leave a slightly alkaline film on the skin. This is uncommon in well-formulated creams but may cause dryness or mild irritation in sensitive or very dry skin types. Rinse thoroughly after shaving to mitigate.
Heavy metal impurities in colorants or mica
No cosmetic-grade colorants or mica have been identified in the formulation from available ingredient lists. Risk of cadmium, lead, or chromium contamination is very low for this soap-based cream category and no recall or test data suggests otherwise.
Microplastic or synthetic polymer beads
Soap-based formulation with no documented use of polyethylene, polypropylene, or other microplastic exfoliants. This product is not marketed as a scrub or contains visible exfoliating particles.
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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