NYX Professional Makeup · Lip Gloss
NYX Professional Makeup Duck Plump Lip Gloss
Lower concern, typical lip gloss formula with no known PFAS-use pathway, but brand offers no transparency.
Duck Plump is a standard cosmetic lip gloss using silicones and waxes rather than Teflon-family coating or water-repellent coatings. NYX does not disclose PFAS policies or submit to third-party testing.
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Lip gloss with dimethicone, oils, waxes, pigments
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
NYX Duck Plump contains dimethicone (a silicone oil that creates slip and shine), natural and synthetic waxes, and pigments for color. Dimethicone is inert and not absorbed through skin, making it a low-toxicity base for lip products. The formula includes oils that soften and condition lips rather than dry them out. No heavy metals or restricted colorants have been flagged in public records for this product line.
The brand's record and disclosure
NYX Professional Makeup (owned by L'Oreal) does not publish detailed ingredient sourcing or safety testing summaries on its website or packaging beyond mandatory labeling. The brand has no known recalls or regulatory violations specific to this product. L'Oreal's parent compliance with EU cosmetics regulations (stricter than US FDA) suggests formulation oversight, but NYX itself offers no third-party certifications (cruelty-free, clean beauty, etc.) that would signal additional vetting.
How it compares in its category
Lip glosses are among the lowest-risk cosmetics because they sit on a barrier surface and minimal absorption occurs. NYX's dimethicone base is standard in mass-market lip glosses; premium alternatives (Dior, MAC) use identical or similar silicone carriers. Natural or oil-only lip products may have lower chemical footprints but offer less durability and shine. Duck Plump occupies the middle ground: affordable, effective, and chemically typical.
If you buy it
Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight to prevent oils from becoming rancid or pigments from fading. Lip glosses do not require special maintenance beyond basic hygiene (clean applicator tip between uses to avoid bacterial transfer). Replace after 2-3 years or if the formula separates, thickens, or develops an off smell. Discontinue use if lips develop irritation or swelling; fragrance or preservatives (not the base silicone) are the most common irritants.
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)
Lip glosses typically contain fragrance or flavoring agents that are not fully listed on packaging under current US rules. Cinnamon, menthol, or other sensitizers in Duck Plump's 'plumping' formula could trigger contact dermatitis in sensitive individuals. No specific allergen incidents have been reported for this product.
Preservative-related irritation or contamination
Lip glosses require preservatives to prevent bacterial and mold growth, commonly methylisothiazolinone or parabens. While preservatives in low doses are safe, improper storage or old product can concentrate irritants. No recalls for microbial contamination have been issued for this line.
Pigment heavy metal content (color additives)
US FDA regulates colorants in cosmetics, and NYX Duck Plump uses approved colorants. No independent testing or regulatory warnings exist for lead, cadmium, or arsenic in this product. The risk here is lower than in unregulated cosmetics.
Talc or talc-adjacent mineral contamination
This glossy formula does not rely on talc as a base (dimethicone replaces it). Talc-free lip glosses eliminate asbestos contamination risk entirely. No talc is listed in the ingredient deck.
Formaldehyde or formaldehyde-releasing preservatives
Formaldehyde donors (diazolidinyl urea, imidazolidinyl urea) are sometimes used in lip products but are not confirmed ingredients in Duck Plump. Exposure via lip gloss is minimal even if present, as formulas are not ingested in significant quantity.
What we don’t know
This grade is a model-based estimate from public materials, coatings, and brand disclosure at 75% 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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