Maybelline SuperStay Review, Is Maybelline SuperStay Non-Toxic?
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Across 7 graded products, Maybelline SuperStay averages Poor (30/100). On disclosure, the brand says nothing publicly about PFAS. None of its products grade Good or better yet. Grades are model-based estimates, not lab results.
Graded and flagged Poor and Bad, we’d swap these
Maybelline SuperStay
Matte Ink Liquid Lipstick
Liquid film-forming acrylate polymer with waterproof binders
Fragrance allergens and sensitizers
The product contains fragrance/parfum as a listed ingredient. Individual allergic…
1,4-dioxane (solvent contaminant)
Acrylate-based polymers and emulsifiers used in long-wear liquid lipsticks can be…
Contact sensitization from preservatives or film-formers
Acrylate polymers and common preservatives (e.g., methylisothiazolinone) are known…
Lower PFAS concern, though waterproof cosmetics merit caution without public testing available.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Maybelline SuperStay
24 2-Step Lipstick
film-forming polymers, liquid pigments, waxes, oils in a two-step long-wear system
PFAS
Maybelline has not disclosed PFAS content; long-wear lipstick waterproofing almost always…
Lead
Iron oxide and mica pigments can carry trace heavy metal impurities; no public testing…
Fragrance allergens and undisclosed fragrance components
SuperStay formulas contain fragrance/flavor agents typically not individually listed on…
Microplastic particles in pigment or glitter additives
If SuperStay 24 contains shimmer or sparkle, synthetic plastic microbeads may be present…
Avoid until Maybelline discloses PFAS use in waterproofing agents.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Maybelline SuperStay
Ink Crayon Lipstick
Wax/oil-based crayon formula with waterproofing
Fragrance allergens
Product contains fragrance compounds typical of lip stains (parfum not itemized on…
PFAS
Waterproof crayon formulas often use silicone resins or acrylate copolymers that require…
Waterproof claim raises concern without public PFAS testing or brand disclosure found.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Maybelline SuperStay
Maybelline Striking Vinyl Ink Longwear Liquid Lipstick
polymeric film, silicones, acrylates, waterproof binder
Fluorinated polymers (likely Teflon-type coating or polyfluoroalkyl compounds)
Waterproof liquid lipstick formulations in this class almost universally employ…
Acrylate resin irritation and sensitization
Acrylic film-formers can trigger contact dermatitis in sensitive individuals…
Fragrance allergens and sensitizers
Striking Vinyl Ink includes fragrance compounds that are not itemized on the label; users…
Avoid until brand discloses PFAS status, since waterproof liquid lipsticks commonly use fluorinated polymers.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Maybelline SuperStay
24 2-Step Liquid Lipstick
liquid pigments, film-forming polymers, waterproof topcoat
PFAS
Waterproofing sealants in long-wear liquid lipsticks frequently contain fluorinated…
Contact dermatitis or lip sensitization from film-forming polymers
Acrylate-based film-formers and silicones in long-wear formulas can trigger irritation…
Oral ingestion risk and polymer safety if ingested
Liquid lipsticks are not intended for ingestion but residues are inevitably swallowed…
Waterproof cosmetics carry moderate PFAS risk without public testing or brand disclosure available.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Maybelline SuperStay
Matte Ink Liquid Lipstick - 65 Seductress - 0.17 fl oz: Paraben-Free, Lip Brightening, Matte Finish
liquid lipstick with waterproofing agent (unspecified polymer/resin)
Undisclosed waterproofing polymer or resin (inhalation and ingestion risk)
The specific waterproofing agent is not named on the label or in public ingredient…
Fragrance allergens (sensitization risk)
Maybelline SuperStay formulations typically contain fragrance compounds to mask the…
Bacterial or fungal contamination (if container or applicator compromised)
Liquid lipsticks with applicator wands stored in moist environments or used on broken…
Matte liquid lipstick with undisclosed waterproofing leaves lower certainty on PFAS risk.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Maybelline SuperStay
Maybelline (2 pack) SuperStay 24 2-Step Liquid Lipstick Long-Lasting Lip Color, Continuous Coral
liquid lipstick with synthetic polymers and waterproofing agents
PFAS
SuperStay's 24-hour water-resistance claim strongly suggests reliance on fluorinated…
Volatile organic compounds (VOCs) in solvent base
Liquid lipsticks require organic solvents (typically isododecane, dimethicone) as…
Heavy metals
FDA-approved synthetic dyes in cosmetics (e.g., D&C Red No. 7, Iron Oxides) are allowed…
Formaldehyde / VOCs
Liquid lipsticks require antimicrobial preservation; DMDM hydantoin and imidazolidinyl…
Moderate concern due to waterproofing claims and lack of PFAS disclosure; safer alternatives exist.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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