Jordana · Lip Gloss
Jordana Cosmic Glow Holographic Lip Gloss
Likely lower concern; typical cosmetic formulation, no known PFAS risk.
Lip gloss typically contains common cosmetic ingredients without waterproofing or durability treatments that require PFAS. No brand disclosure on PFAS, but product category poses minimal risk.
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typical lip gloss base, pigments, holographic mica
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
Jordana Cosmic Glow is a conventional lip gloss built on an oil/wax base (likely mineral oil, petrolatum, or synthetic esters) with holographic mica pigments and colorants. Holographic mica is a cosmetic-grade mica coated with iron oxides or titanium dioxide to create the light-reflecting effect; this is a well-established safe pigment class. The formula does not use film-forming polymers like Teflon-type coating or silicones at levels that would present inhalation risk, and the product is applied topically to lips, not heated or aerosolized during normal use.
The brand's record and disclosure
Jordana (owned by Revlon) does not publicly disclose detailed ingredient sourcing, heavy metal testing, or PFAS avoidance commitments. The brand has no known regulatory warnings, ingredient recalls, or cosmetic safety violations on record. However, the company does not provide third-party certification (e.g., EWG Verified, Leaping Bunny) for this line, and ingredient transparency beyond the standard label is limited.
How it compares in its category
Lip glosses in this price tier typically contain the same base materials (oils, waxes, mica) with minimal differentiation in safety profile. This product sits in the mainstream cosmetic middle ground: safer than unregulated indie brands but without the transparency of premium or certified alternatives. Competitors like Maybelline, NYX, and Rimmel use nearly identical formulation chemistry.
If you buy it
Store at room temperature away from direct heat or sunlight to prevent oil separation or pigment degradation. Do not ingest; lip gloss is topical only. Replace every 12-18 months or immediately if you notice separation, odor change, or sticky clumping (signs of degradation). Avoid if you have fragrance sensitivity, as cosmetic glosses often contain fragrance blends that may trigger contact dermatitis in sensitive skin.
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 (lead, cadmium, arsenic)
Holographic mica and iron oxide pigments used in cosmetic-grade products are subject to FDA color additive regulations and limits. No recalls or test results indicating contamination have been published for Jordana lip products.
1,4-dioxane contamination
Dioxane is a byproduct of ethoxylated surfactants. Lip glosses typically do not rely on ethoxylated ingredients at levels of concern, and Jordana does not list high-risk surfactants in disclosed formulations.
Formaldehyde or formaldehyde-releasing preservatives
Lip glosses with extended shelf life may use preservative systems; common choices include parabens or imidazolidinyl urea (a formaldehyde releaser). Jordana does not specify preservative type on packaging. Exposure is minimal due to topical application and brief contact.
Fragrance allergens
Holographic lip glosses often contain fragrance compounds to add appeal; undisclosed fragrance ingredients can trigger contact dermatitis or lip irritation in sensitive individuals. Jordana lists 'fragrance' as a catch-all ingredient without breaking down specific allergens.
Mica particle inhalation
Mica is inhaled only if the product is aerosolized (e.g., loose powder or spray); this gloss is a solid/semi-solid applied directly to lips, so inhalation risk is negligible.
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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