Aveeno Review, Is Aveeno Non-Toxic?
Aveeno averages 75 out of 100 on PFAS Authority's PFAS and toxin screen across the 13 Aveeno products graded as of October 2026, and all 13 reach its 70 point pass mark.
Aveeno grades Excellent on our four-band scale. On disclosure, the brand says nothing publicly about PFAS. See what every brand has published about PFAS for how that compares.
PFAS Authority is a scoring system, not a laboratory. We do not test products ourselves. Grades are model-based, built from published ingredients, materials, certifications, brand disclosures and third-party lab results where they exist. See the rubric.
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- Bacterial growth in spent cartridges
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- Bacterial and microbial growth in housing and filters
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Does Aveeno have PFAS, by category
Which Aveeno products are PFAS-free? Good or better, best-graded first
- aqueous liquid shampoo (typical surfactants, conditioning agents, water)
- We found no PFAS statement from the brand
- Surfactant irritation (skin/eye contact). Anionic surfactants in shampoo bases can cause irritation with…
3 hazards checked on this product, all on its full breakdown.
- water, glycerin, cleansing agents, botanical extracts
- We found no PFAS statement from the brand
- 1,4-dioxane (synthetic contaminant in surfactants). Liquid body washes using ethoxylated cleansing agents may…
2 hazards checked on this product, all on its full breakdown.
- water, glycerin, surfactants, moisturizers
- We found no PFAS statement from the brand
- Formaldehyde / VOCs. Liquid body washes commonly use preservative systems that may include DMDM hydantoin…
3 hazards checked on this product, all on its full breakdown.
- water, glycerin, surfactants, botanical extracts
- We found no PFAS statement from the brand
- Fragrance allergens. The product contains fragrance and botanical extracts (colloidal oatmeal, aloe vera…
3 hazards checked on this product, all on its full breakdown.
- water, glycerin, surfactants, fragrance, preservatives
- We found no PFAS statement from the brand
- Fragrance allergens and sensitizers. Aveeno lists 'fragrance' as a single ingredient without breakdown of…
4 hazards checked on this product, all on its full breakdown.
- aqueous shampoo formulation with oat and milk derivatives
- We found no PFAS statement from the brand
- Fragrance allergens and undisclosed fragrance components. Aveeno lists 'fragrance' as a formula ingredient…
5 hazards checked on this product, all on its full breakdown.
- Water-based shampoo; aqueous surfactant formulation
- We found no PFAS statement from the brand
- 1,4-dioxane (solvent/contaminant). Aqueous surfactant shampoos can contain trace 1,4-dioxane as a byproduct…
2 hazards checked on this product, all on its full breakdown.
- Mineral sunscreen (zinc oxide/titanium dioxide), water-based moisturizer base
- We found no PFAS statement from the brand
- Titanium dioxide and zinc oxide (inhalation risk, cosmetic-grade particle size). Mineral sunscreens in powder…
3 hazards checked on this product, all on its full breakdown.
- mineral sunscreen (zinc oxide/titanium dioxide), typical cosmetic excipients
- We found no PFAS statement from the brand
- Formaldehyde / VOCs. Cosmetic sunscreens typically use preservatives like methylchloroisothiazolinone or…
2 hazards checked on this product, all on its full breakdown.
- mineral sunscreen (zinc oxide, titanium dioxide)
- We found no PFAS statement from the brand
- Fragrance allergens and irritants. Product is labeled 'hypoallergenic' but contains fragrance compounds.…
3 hazards checked on this product, all on its full breakdown.
- Water-based lotion emulsion; typical actives, avobenzone, octinoxate, or mineral filters
- We found no PFAS statement from the brand
- Chemical UV absorber photodegradation (avobenzone stability). Avobenzone, a common chemical filter in Aveeno…
2 hazards checked on this product, all on its full breakdown.
- Water-based lotion emulsion (typical sunscreen base)
- We found no PFAS statement from the brand
- Formaldehyde / VOCs. Water-based lotions require preservatives to prevent bacterial growth; Aveeno typically…
3 hazards checked on this product, all on its full breakdown.
- water-resistant lotion base with mineral sunscreen actives (likely zinc oxide/titanium dioxide)
- We found no PFAS statement from the brand
- Fragrance allergens. Aveeno Protect + Hydrate is a scented formulation. Fragrance compounds in sunscreens can…
3 hazards checked on this product, all on its full breakdown.
What to buy instead Good or better, in the categories Aveeno sells
- Mineral sunscreen, zinc oxide base
- A third party reports verifying it as PFAS-free
- 1,4-dioxane (non-intentional contaminant from surfactants/emulsifiers)
2 hazards checked on this product, all on its full breakdown.
- mineral sunscreen (zinc oxide or titanium dioxide base)
- The brand calls it PFAS-free, which we have not verified
- Synthetic fragrance allergens
- Aqueous lotion with mineral sunscreen (titanium dioxide/zinc oxide) and ceramides
- Fragrance allergens and sensitizers
2 hazards checked on this product, all on its full breakdown.
- Saponified plant oils, peppermint essential oil
- We found no PFAS statement from the brand
- Fragrance allergens (peppermint essential oil)
2 hazards checked on this product, all on its full breakdown.
- aqueous surfactant solution, no known PFAS-targeted additives
- We found no PFAS statement from the brand
- Fragrance allergens and undisclosed components
2 hazards checked on this product, all on its full breakdown.
- aqueous surfactant cleansing formula, standard cosmetic base
- We found no PFAS statement from the brand
- Fragrance allergen sensitivity
2 hazards checked on this product, all on its full breakdown.
Aveeno and PFAS, common questions
- Does Aveeno have PFAS?
- Aveeno averages 75 out of 100 on PFAS Authority's PFAS and toxin screen across the 13 Aveeno products graded as of October 2026, and all 13 reach its 70 point pass mark. Grades are model-based estimates built from published materials, ingredients and disclosures, not lab tests.
- Is Aveeno non-toxic?
- Aveeno Apple Cider Vinegar Shampoo is the highest-graded Aveeno product we have scored, at 75/100. It depends on the product line rather than the brand, so check the grade of the exact item you are buying.
- Which Aveeno products are lower concern for PFAS?
- The highest-graded Aveeno products we have scored are Aveeno Apple Cider Vinegar Shampoo, AVEENO SKIN RELIEF BODY WASH, Aveeno Body Wash Daily Moisturizing. That is our model-based estimate from materials and public disclosure, not a lab test.
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