Urban Decay All Nighter · Foundation
Urban Decay All Nighter Liquid Foundation You Choose Matte Oil Free
Lower concern; typical liquid foundation has no obvious PFAS drivers, but brand discloses nothing.
Urban Decay's All Nighter Liquid Foundation is a water-based, oil-free cosmetic with no known PFAS-treatment triggers (no water resistance, grease-repelling, or nonstick coatings). However, the brand provides no public disclosure about PFAS or ingredient transparency beyond the standard label.
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water-based liquid foundation (aqua, glycerin, silicones, 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
Urban Decay All Nighter is a water-based liquid foundation combining aqua, glycerin, and silicones as the primary vehicle, with iron oxides and possibly synthetic colorants for pigmentation. The oil-free silicone matrix reduces risk of mineral oil or occlusive ingredient issues common in cream foundations. Glycerin and water maintain hydration and spreadability without volatile organic compound off-gassing typical of solvent-based formulas.
The brand's record and disclosure
Urban Decay (Estée Lauder subsidiary) does not publicly disclose full ingredient safety certifications, allergen testing protocols, or heavy metal testing results for this product line. The brand has no documented recalls or safety violations specific to All Nighter foundation, and no third-party certifications (e.g., EWG, COSMOS) appear on this product. Marketing emphasizes longevity and oil-control rather than safety transparency.
How it compares in its category
Liquid foundations as a class carry lower hazard profiles than powder products (which may concentrate pigment particulates) or cream foundations (higher occlusion and preservative load). Urban Decay All Nighter sits in the mainstream cosmetic range, without hypoallergenic or clean-beauty claims that would signal stricter ingredient sourcing. Comparable brands (e.g., MAC Fix+, Make Up For Ever Pro Finish) share similar water-silicone bases and disclosure gaps.
If you buy it
Store in a cool, dark place away from direct sunlight to preserve silicone stability and prevent pigment settling. Shake before use; separation is normal in water-based formulas. Discard after 12 months of opening to minimize bacterial or mold growth in the aqueous base, especially if exposed to moisture or bathroom humidity. If irritation develops, discontinue and patch-test on inner arm before reuse.
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 synthetic colorants (iron oxides and azo dyes)
No recalls or testing data on record for Urban Decay All Nighter. Iron oxides are regulated colorants in cosmetics and are generally low-migration when bound in silicone matrix, but brand does not publish heavy metal assays.
Formaldehyde releasers or preservative allergens
Water-based formulas require antimicrobial preservatives (likely methylisothiazolinone, paraben esters, or phenoxyethanol based on product class). None explicitly named on accessible ingredient lists; theoretical risk of contact dermatitis in sensitive individuals, but no specific Urban Decay incident reported.
Fragrance and fragrance allergens
Urban Decay All Nighter is marketed as fragrance-free or minimally scented. No known fragrance-related sensitivization reports for this specific product; low concern if truly unscented.
Bacterial or fungal contamination in aqueous base
Water-based foundations are prone to microbial growth if preserved inadequately or if opened liquid remains unsealed for extended periods in humid environments. This is a usage and storage issue rather than a manufacturing defect; risk increases after 6-12 months post-opening.
1,4-dioxane as a synthetic impurity in emulsifiers or surfactants
1,4-dioxane is a known contaminant in some cosmetic ingredients (polysorbates, PEG compounds) common in liquid foundations. Urban Decay does not publish testing data for this impurity; industry estimates suggest trace to low ppb levels in finished products, but confirmation is unavailable for this brand.
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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