Rimmel Review, Is Rimmel 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 4 graded products, Rimmel averages Excellent (75/100). On disclosure, the brand says nothing publicly about PFAS. 4 of its products grade Good or better. Grades are model-based estimates, not lab results.
Worth buying from Rimmel Good or better, safest first
Rimmel
Stay Matte Foundation
talc, pigments, silicones, polymers
Talc contamination and inhalation
Cosmetic-grade talc in Rimmel Stay Matte is regulated for asbestos-free status under FDA…
Fragrance allergens and preservative sensitivity
Rimmel formulas typically include fragrance compounds and preservatives (e.g., parabens…
Lower concern. No known PFAS-prone features identified.
⚠Risky category by default
Rimmel
London Lasting Finish Foundation
liquid foundation with pigments, emollients, silicones
Formaldehyde / VOCs
Rimmel does not disclose specific preservative systems publicly. Formaldehyde-releasing…
Fragrance allergens
Rimmel Lasting Finish contains fragrance according to standard formulations. 'Fragrance'…
Bacterial or fungal growth if improperly stored or used
Any liquid foundation is susceptible to contamination if left open, exposed to moisture…
No known PFAS risk. Routine cosmetic formula.
⚠Risky category by default
Rimmel
Stay Matte Liquid Foundation
water-based liquid foundation, pigments and polymers
Formaldehyde / VOCs
Water-based foundations commonly use preservatives such as methylisothiazolinone or…
Fragrance allergens or undisclosed fragrance components
Stay Matte is lightly scented; the exact fragrance allergen profile is not publicly…
Microbial contamination from inadequate preservation or contamination during use
Water-based liquid cosmetics are prone to bacterial and fungal growth if preservatives…
Lower concern, but no public PFAS commitment from Rimmel.
⚠Risky category by default
Rimmel
Lasting Finish Foundation
Water-based liquid foundation with pigments and binders
Fragrance allergens
Rimmel Lasting Finish contains fragrance compounds (undisclosed specifics on label).…
1,4-dioxane as manufacturing contaminant
Water-based formulas may contain ethoxylated ingredients (e.g., emulsifiers) that can…
Lower concern. Liquid cosmetics rarely contain PFAS, no red flags identified.
⚠Risky category by default
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