NYX Review, Is NYX Non-Toxic?
NYX averages 50 out of 100 on PFAS Authority's PFAS and toxin screen across the 9 NYX products graded as of October 2026, and 4 of them reach its 70 point pass mark.
NYX grades Good 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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- polypropylene filter housing, carbon/sediment cartridge
- We found no PFAS statement from the brand
- Bacterial growth in spent cartridges
3 hazards checked on this product, all on its full breakdown.
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- RO membrane, carbon filters, stainless steel housing
- We found no PFAS statement from the brand
- Bacterial and microbial growth in housing and filters
4 hazards checked on this product, all on its full breakdown.
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- organic cotton, natural latex, coconut coir, recycled steel coils
- The brand calls it PFAS-free, which we have not verified
- Heavy metals
2 hazards checked on this product, all on its full breakdown.
Does NYX have PFAS, by category
Which NYX products are PFAS-free? Good or better, best-graded first
- Waxes, oils, pigments, emollients (typical matte lipstick)
- We found no PFAS statement from the brand
- 1,4-dioxane contamination, 1,4-dioxane is a potential trace contaminant in cosmetics using ethoxylated…
3 hazards checked on this product, all on its full breakdown.
- liquid lipstick polymer, colorants, solvents
- We found no PFAS statement from the brand
- Volatile organic solvents (alcohol, glycols). Liquid lipsticks rely on volatile solvents for spreadability…
4 hazards checked on this product, all on its full breakdown.
- wax, oils, pigments, standard cosmetic base
- We found no PFAS statement from the brand
- Talc contamination and respiratory risk. Some NYX Suede shades may contain talc as a matting agent. Talc…
3 hazards checked on this product, all on its full breakdown.
- Polymethyl methacrylate (PMMA), silicones, waxes, pigments
- We found no PFAS statement from the brand
- Synthetic colorants and pigment impurities, NYX does not publicly disclose the source or heavy metal testing…
4 hazards checked on this product, all on its full breakdown.
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- Film-forming polymers, waterproof film-former
- We found no PFAS statement from the brand
- PFAS. Waterproof mascaras depend on fluorinated or Teflon-type coating-adjacent polymers for durability; NYX…
3 hazards checked on this product, all on its full breakdown.
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- proprietary liquid matte pigment blend, waterproof polymer coating
- We found no PFAS statement from the brand
- Formaldehyde / VOCs. Matte liquid lipsticks often use formaldehyde-releasing resins for film stability and…
4 hazards checked on this product, all on its full breakdown.
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- Mascara with waterproof formula and unknown coating/resin system
- We found no PFAS statement from the brand
- Formaldehyde / VOCs. Waterproof mascaras commonly use preservatives such as dmdm hydantoin or imidazolidinyl…
4 hazards checked on this product, all on its full breakdown.
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- wax, film-forming polymers, waterproofing agent (unspecified)
- We found no PFAS statement from the brand
- Fragrance allergens and sensitizers. Mascara formulas often contain fragrance compounds; NYX does not list…
3 hazards checked on this product, all on its full breakdown.
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- pigments, film-formers, waterproofing agent
- We found no PFAS statement from the brand
- PFAS. Waterproof mascaras commonly rely on PFAS-containing polymers or silicone-based water repellents. NYX…
5 hazards checked on this product, all on its full breakdown.
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- Glycerin, silicones, pigments, film-formers (typical liquid cosmetic gloss)
- We found no PFAS statement from the brand
- Fragrance allergens and undisclosed components
- Liquid lipstick, likely pigments, oils, and waxes
- Fragrance allergens or sensitizers
- Natural waxes and oils (beeswax, plant oils, pigments)
- Lead
3 hazards checked on this product, all on its full breakdown.
- Wax, pigments, natural oils (typical mascara base)
- Fragrance allergens and undisclosed sensitizers
2 hazards checked on this product, all on its full breakdown.
NYX and PFAS, common questions
- Does NYX have PFAS?
- NYX averages 50 out of 100 on PFAS Authority's PFAS and toxin screen across the 9 NYX products graded as of October 2026, and 4 of them reach its 70 point pass mark. Grades are model-based estimates built from published materials, ingredients and disclosures, not lab tests.
- Is NYX non-toxic?
- NYX Professional Makeup Fat Matte Smooth Color Lipstick is the highest-graded NYX 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 NYX products are lower concern for PFAS?
- The highest-graded NYX products we have scored are NYX Professional Makeup Fat Matte Smooth Color Lipstick, NYX Professional Makeup Lip Lingerie XXL Matte Liquid Lipstick, NYX Suede Matte Lipstick. That is our model-based estimate from materials and public disclosure, not a lab test.
- Which NYX products should I avoid?
- The lowest-graded NYX products we have scored are Nyx, Worth The Hype Mascara, NYX Professional Makeup Worth The Hype Waterproof Mascara, NYX Professional Makeup Hype Waterproof Mascara. Each one links to the evidence behind its grade.
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