NYX Review, Is NYX Non-Toxic?
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.
Across 8 graded products, NYX averages Poor (47/100). On disclosure, the brand says nothing publicly about PFAS. 3 of its products grade Good or better. Grades are model-based estimates, not lab results.
Worth buying from NYX Good or better, safest first
NYX
Professional Makeup Lip Lingerie XXL Matte Liquid Lipstick
liquid lipstick polymer, colorants, solvents
Volatile organic solvents (alcohol, glycols)
Liquid lipsticks rely on volatile solvents for spreadability; low but non-zero inhalation…
Fragrance allergens and sensitizers
NYX Lip Lingerie formulas contain fragrance components typical of cosmetics. Contact…
Preservative and antimicrobial agents
Liquid lipsticks require preservatives to prevent microbial growth. Common preservatives…
Microplastic ingestion from lip wear-off
Like most matte liquid lipsticks, particles transfer to food and beverages during eating…
No PFAS risk signals identified.
⚠Risky category by default
NYX
Suede Matte Lipstick
wax, oils, pigments, standard cosmetic base
Talc contamination and respiratory risk
Some NYX Suede shades may contain talc as a matting agent. Talc itself is not banned in…
Fragrance allergens
NYX Suede Matte Lipsticks may contain fragrance compounds or essential oils for scent; no…
Oxidation and rancidity of base oils
Ricinus oil and synthetic waxes in the base can oxidize over time, especially if stored…
Lower concern. Matte lipstick formulas typically lack PFAS-prone treatments.
⚠Risky category by default
NYX
Professional Makeup Fat Matte Smooth Color Lipstick
Waxes, oils, pigments, emollients (typical matte lipstick)
1,4-dioxane contamination
1,4-dioxane is a potential trace contaminant in cosmetics using ethoxylated surfactants…
Fragrance allergens or sensitizers
NYX Fat Matte Smooth contains fragrance (listed on packaging); individuals with fragrance…
Bacterial or fungal growth if unmaintained
Lipsticks are low-moisture, wax-based products that resist microbial growth better than…
Lower concern. Matte lipstick formulations typically use waxes and pigments, not Teflon-family coating.
⚠Risky category by default
Graded and flagged Poor and Bad, we’d swap these
NYX
(2 pack) NYX Professional Makeup Lip Lingerie XXL Smooth Matte Liquid Lipstick, 16hr Longwear, Undressed, 0.13 fl oz
proprietary liquid matte pigment blend, waterproof polymer coating
Formaldehyde / VOCs
Matte liquid lipsticks often use formaldehyde-releasing resins for film stability and…
Phthalates
Waterproof polymers and film formers may contain phthalates for flexibility. NYX…
Fragrance allergens (undisclosed components)
Lip products often include fragrance compounds listed generically as 'fragrance' or…
1,4-dioxane (trace solvent in surfactants)
Waterproofing formulas may contain ethoxylated surfactants that can be contaminated with…
Liquid lipstick with waterproof coating; PFAS disclosure absent, risk unclear.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
NYX
Professional Makeup Worth The Hype Waterproof Mascara
wax, film-forming polymers, waterproofing agent (unspecified)
Fragrance allergens and sensitizers
Mascara formulas often contain fragrance compounds; NYX does not list fragrance…
Bacterial or fungal growth if tube is unmaintained or shared
Waterproof mascara wands are high-moisture environments; if not replaced every 3 months…
PFAS
NYX does not disclose the waterproofing mechanism on the label. Industry standard…
Waterproof mascara formula likely uses synthetic coatings; PFAS risk unclear without full ingredient disclosure.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
NYX
Professional Makeup Worth The Hype Mascara
Film-forming polymers, waterproof film-former
PFAS
Waterproof mascaras commonly rely on PFAS-based polymers; NYX discloses nothing, making…
1,4-dioxane (synthetic polymer contaminant)
Film-forming polymers in waterproof mascaras may contain residual 1,4-dioxane as a…
Fragrance allergens
NYX lists 'fragrance' in typical mascara formulations without specifying components.…
Bacterial or fungal growth if tube is not maintained
Waterproof mascaras trap moisture in tubes, creating conditions for microbial growth if…
Waterproof mascara carries PFAS risk; NYX discloses nothing.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
NYX
Professional Makeup Hype Waterproof Mascara
Mascara with waterproof formula and unknown coating/resin system
Formaldehyde / VOCs
Waterproof mascaras commonly use preservatives such as dmdm hydantoin or imidazolidinyl…
Fragrance allergens and undisclosed compounds
If fragrance or botanical extracts are included in the waterproof formula, they may…
Polymer degradation and particle shedding
Waterproof resin coatings degrade with age, heat, and friction (e.g., rubbing eyes)…
Eye irritation and allergic sensitization (formulation-dependent)
Waterproof mascaras as a class are among the top cosmetic triggers for eye redness…
Waterproof cosmetics may use PFAS; no brand disclosure available.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
NYX
Worth The Hype Mascara
pigments, film-formers, waterproofing agent
PFAS
Waterproof mascaras commonly rely on PFAS-containing polymers or silicone-based water…
Heavy metals
Iron oxide pigments (CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499) are the primary colorants and…
Formaldehyde / VOCs
Some acrylate or resin-based film-formers in waterproof mascaras may release trace…
Bacterial or fungal contamination in wet formula
Liquid mascaras can harbor microbial growth if stored warm or left open; this is a usage…
No public PFAS data available; waterproof mascaras carry elevated concern.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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