Taylor of Old Bond Street · Shaving Cream
Taylor of Old Bond Street Rose Shaving Cream Jar
Lower concern; classic shaving cream jar with no known PFAS triggers, but brand offers no transparency.
Taylor of Old Bond Street Rose Shaving Cream is packaged in a traditional tin-plated steel jar with no waterproofing, grease-resistant, or nonstick coatings typical of PFAS-containing products. The cream itself contains no known PFAS Teflon-family coating, surfactants, or water-repellent treatments.
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Tin-plated steel jar with cream formulation
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
The jar is tin-plated steel, a food-grade packaging material that does not leach into aqueous or oily products under normal conditions. Tin plating creates an inert barrier between the steel substrate and the shaving cream formulation. The cream itself is a traditional soap-based emulsion; tin-plated steel jars have been the industry standard for this product category for over a century with no documented leaching incidents. This material choice is significantly safer than uncoated steel (rust risk) or plastic containers that might interact with fragrance or essential oil components.
The brand's record and disclosure
Taylor of Old Bond Street is a heritage British brand established in 1854 with a long-standing reputation in men's grooming; the product line has remained largely unchanged in formulation and packaging. The brand does not publicly disclose detailed chemical composition or third-party safety testing results on their website. No product recalls, safety warnings, or regulatory actions are on record for this shaving cream or jar. The lack of transparency is typical for traditional grooming brands and reflects market age rather than a documented safety concern.
How it compares in its category
Tin-plated steel jars are considered the safest packaging option for water-based and soap-based shaving creams, outperforming plastic containers (which may leach plasticizers) and uncoated ceramics (which can harbor bacteria in glazes). Most modern shaving cream brands have shifted to plastic pumps or tubes for convenience; Taylor's jar format is a conservative choice that prioritizes durability and material safety. The trade-off is that the product requires a brush to apply, which some users prefer but others find less convenient than aerosol or tube formats.
If you buy it
Store the jar at room temperature away from direct sunlight to preserve the metal finish and prevent any minor surface oxidation on the lid. The tin plating is durable but can chip if the jar is dropped on hard surfaces; inspect annually for small dents or rust spots on the bottom edge. Replace the product if the lid becomes severely corroded or if you notice rust discoloration, though this is rare with proper storage. The cream itself has a long shelf life (typically 2-3 years unopened) and does not require refrigeration.
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 fragrance or colorant pigments
No recalls or testing data on record for Taylor of Old Bond Street shaving cream. Traditional rose fragrance oils are typically derived from botanical extracts and carry minimal risk of heavy metal contamination if sourced from reputable suppliers.
Formaldehyde releasers or preservative allergens
Classic soap-based shaving creams often use traditional preservative systems that may include formaldehyde-releasing agents or parabens. Taylor does not disclose a full ingredient list publicly, so specific preservative chemistry cannot be confirmed without access to the full formula.
Fragrance allergens (rose extract)
Rose fragrance is a known contact allergen in sensitive individuals; the product is marketed explicitly as rose-scented, meaning it contains either natural rose oil or synthetic rose compounds. Typical fragrance concentrations in shaving creams range from 1-3% and are considered low-risk for most users but may trigger reactions in people with fragrance sensitivity or eczema.
Tin plating corrosion or leaching
Tin-plated steel does not leach into neutral or slightly alkaline aqueous formulations under normal storage conditions. No documented cases of tin leaching from cosmetic jars exist in the scientific literature or regulatory databases.
Bacterial growth in cream or on jar surface
The jar is designed for brush application, which introduces a source of water and bacteria contact with each use if the brush is not properly dried. Risk is minimal if the brush is air-dried between uses and the jar is stored with the lid closed; however, poor brush hygiene could theoretically create conditions for microbial growth in the cream itself.
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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