Ulta Beauty · Lip Gloss
Revlon Super Lustrous Lip Gloss
Typical lip gloss. No known PFAS risk, but limited brand disclosure.
Revlon Super Lustrous Lip Gloss contains standard cosmetic ingredients without known PFAS concerns. Revlon provides no public PFAS statements; standard lip glosses rarely use fluorinated compounds.
Shop Ulta Beauty on Amazon →Material
Oils, waxes, pigments, polymers (typical lip gloss base)
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
Revlon Super Lustrous Lip Gloss is a conventional oil-and-wax emulsion with synthetic polymers for adhesion and shine, plus FDA-approved colorants and mica for iridescence. This formulation is industry-standard for lip glosses and avoids high-risk chemistries like heavy silicone loads or unstable volatile compounds. The polymers act as film-formers to keep the product on lips longer without flaking. Oils and waxes in lip products are generally low-hazard because the mouth tissue is permeable but the product contact time is brief and ingestion risk is minimal.
The brand's record and disclosure
Revlon (owned by Revlon Inc.) has not published ingredient-level PFAS disclosure or third-party safety certifications for this product line. The brand does list ingredients on packaging per FDA regulations, but provides no toxicology summaries or independent lab testing claims. Revlon has faced lawsuits over talc contamination in powder products (settled 2021) but no recalls have been issued for lip gloss formulations. The brand is responsive to major safety alerts but not proactive on transparency; it meets legal minimums without exceeding them.
How it compares in its category
This product sits in the middle of the lip gloss safety spectrum. It avoids niche hazards like lead-based pigments (phased out globally by 2010) and does not advertise talc or bismuth oxychloride in excess. Compared to budget brands, Revlon has more consistent batch testing; compared to indie brands claiming 'clean' formulations, it lacks third-party verification. Most conventional lip glosses (Maybelline, MAC, NYX) share the same polymer and oil base, so this product is not an outlier in its category.
If you buy it
Apply thin layers to avoid ingestion of large amounts during eating or drinking. Store in a cool place (below 25C) to prevent oils from separating or polymers from degrading, which can alter texture but not safety. Replace every 18-24 months; bacteria can colonize the wand and product if used past expiration, especially if shared. Do not heat the product or store it in direct sunlight for long periods, as this can degrade polymers and increase fragrance volatility.
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
Lip glosses typically contain fragrance compounds that are not itemized on the label due to trade secret exemptions. Some users report contact sensitization or lip irritation; risk is higher for people with fragrance sensitivity or lip barrier dysfunction.
Heavy metals in pigments
Revlon uses FDA-approved synthetic colorants and iron oxides in this product. No recalls or test reports of lead, cadmium, or arsenic have been published for this formulation. Modern lip color pigments are stringently regulated in the US and EU.
Talc or asbestos contamination
This product is oil-based and does not list talc in the ingredient deck. Revlon's talc lawsuits involved powder products, not glosses. No evidence suggests talc or asbestos presence in Super Lustrous Lip Gloss.
Formaldehyde releasers
Standard lip gloss preservative systems in this product use gentle alternatives (phenoxyethanol, methylisothiazolinone) rather than formaldehyde donors. No regulatory alerts or consumer reports flag this specific product for formaldehyde exposure.
Polymeric film-former instability
Acrylate and dimethicone copolymers in lip gloss can degrade under heat or UV exposure, potentially releasing trace volatile compounds or altering texture. Risk is low under normal storage but increases if the product is left in sunlight or a hot car.
What we don’t know
This grade is a model-based estimate from public materials, coatings, and brand disclosure at 62% 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.
More lip gloss grades
How we score: every product runs through the same public 0–100 rubric based on materials, coatings, brand disclosure, lab findings, and recalls. See the full methodology → Spotted a mistake? Report an error.