Published in Environmental Science & Technology Letters · View the paper (DOI)
A new study found high fluorine levels in most waterproof mascara, liquid lipsticks, and foundations tested, indicating probable presence of PFAS. Many products with confirmed PFAS had no PFAS listed on the label, making it impossible for consumers to avoid these chemicals through labeling.
Coverage from 2 institutions
- Unlabeled PFAS chemicals detected in makeup Green Science Policy Institute · Jun 15, 2021 · first to report
- Use of PFAS in cosmetics 'widespread,' new study finds University of Notre Dame · Jun 15, 2021