Jordana · Lip Gloss
Jordana Lip Shine Shimmer Glaze - 10 Sugar Cookie - 0.058oz Sealed
Lower concern. Lip gloss formulations rarely use PFAS intentionally.
Jordana does not disclose PFAS status. Lip shine products typically use waxes and oils rather than fluorinated coatings. No public lab data available for this product line.
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liquid cosmetic (lip gloss with waxes, oils, pigments)
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 Lip Shine Shimmer Glaze is a liquid lip gloss formulation containing waxes (likely carnauba or synthetic), oils (mineral or plant-derived), pigments for color, and mica or silicates for shimmer effect. The 'Sugar Cookie' shade suggests iron oxides and/or synthetic colorants mixed into an occlusive base. These ingredients are standard cosmetic-grade materials with low systemic absorption risk, since lip gloss sits on the lip surface and is not designed to penetrate skin.
The brand's record and disclosure
Jordana (owned by Revlon) does not publish detailed ingredient sourcing or third-party safety certifications on this product. The brand maintains general FDA compliance for cosmetics but does not disclose PFAS testing or intentional avoidance. No significant safety recalls have been recorded for this specific gloss formulation in public databases. Revlon faced manufacturing disruptions in 2021-2022 but no safety incidents specific to this product line.
How it compares in its category
Jordana lip gloss is a budget-tier product with performance and safety broadly comparable to other drugstore glosses (e.g., Maybelline, NYX, e.l.f.). It lacks premium certifications (vegan, cruelty-free, natural) common in higher-priced alternatives, but this does not indicate higher hazard. Shimmer glosses across the category carry identical pigment and mica exposure profiles; Jordana's formulation does not stand out as higher or lower risk.
If you buy it
Apply to clean, dry lips; shimmer particles do not require special precautions during normal wear. Replace if gloss thickens, discolors, or separates, or after 12 months of use to prevent bacterial growth. Avoid prolonged storage in direct sunlight or heat, which may degrade the oil phase. Discontinue use if irritation, swelling, or allergic reaction occurs; if accidentally ingested in small amounts during eating, risk is minimal, but avoid intentional swallowing.
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 (iron oxides, synthetic colorants)
Iron oxide pigments are FDA-approved for cosmetics and do not leach systemically through intact lip skin. No recalls or contamination reports exist for Jordana glosses. Risk is negligible for external lip application.
Talc contamination
Jordana Lip Shine formulations are not documented to contain talc; mica and silicates are typical. No asbestos or talc-related incidents have been reported for this brand's lip products.
Fragrance allergens and sensitizers
Cosmetic fragrances in glosses may trigger contact dermatitis in sensitive individuals, though 'Sugar Cookie' fragrance is not a known common allergen. Ingredients list should be reviewed if history of cosmetic sensitivity exists.
Bacterial or fungal growth if contaminated
Like all liquid glosses, this product can harbor bacteria if exposed to air, moisture, or used with contaminated applicator. Risk is user-dependent (hygiene, storage, age) rather than formulation-specific.
1,4-dioxane or formaldehyde releasers (if present)
No public record indicates Jordana includes these contaminants in lip gloss formulations. Standard cosmetic manufacturing avoids these; no testing or recalls suggest presence in this product.
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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