COVERGIRL Outlast All-Day Lip Color
Waterproof cosmetics may contain PFAS. CoverGirl hasn't disclosed ingredients.
This waterproof lip color comes with undisclosed waterproofing agents. Waterproof cosmetics sometimes contain PFAS, but CoverGirl shares no ingredient details.
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Material
Long-wear lip color with waterproofing and film-forming polymers
Brand disclosure
Brand is silent on PFAS
Lab data
No public lab test
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What COVERGIRL Outlast All-Day Lip Color is made of, ingredients and materials
Outlast All-Day Lip Color is a film-forming liquid lipstick designed to resist water, sweat, and transfer using synthetic polymers and waterproofing agents. The 'all-day' durability and waterproof claim typically require either PFAS compounds or silicone-based water barriers to create a breathable, non-cracking film on lips. CoverGirl has not publicly itemized which waterproofing chemistry they use in this specific product, making independent assessment of fluorinated ingredients impossible without lab analysis.
What’s concerning
Category baseline
The starting point for this type of product, before anything specific to this product is counted.
No PFAS disclosure
No public statement from the brand about PFAS in this product.
Waterproof / stain-resistant treatment
Water-repellent coating treatments have historically used PFAS.
Fragrance allergens and sensitization
CoverGirl Outlast formulas typically include fragrance compounds for scent and flavor. Lip products have prolonged contact with sensitive mucous membranes; fragrance allergens (eugenol, cinnamal, limonene) can cause contact dermatitis or lip swelling, especially in users with pre-existing sensitivity.
Film-forming polymer ingestion
Liquid lipsticks are ingested in small amounts during eating, drinking, and lip touching. While regulatory agencies have not identified hazards for cosmetic-grade polymers in small chronic doses, no long-term bioaccumulation studies exist for the specific proprietary blends used in Outlast formulas.
Cadmium
Lip color formulas may contain synthetic iron oxides (red, yellow, black) or other colorants. CoverGirl does not disclose pigment sourcing or third-party testing for trace lead or cadmium; cosmetic-grade colorants are generally regulated but batch variation can occur.
Source, ATSDR ↗1,4-dioxane contamination (byproduct of surfactants)
Waterproof cosmetics often include surfactants and emulsifiers that can be contaminated with 1,4-dioxane as a manufacturing byproduct. CoverGirl does not publicly test for or disclose 1,4-dioxane levels in this product; the FDA does not mandate screening in cosmetics.
What’s reassuring
Formaldehyde / VOCs
No public record of DMDM hydantoin or other strong formaldehyde-releasing preservatives in current Outlast formulas, but preservative type is not disclosed. Long-shelf-life liquid lipsticks may use milder preservation systems less likely to release free formaldehyde.
Source, ATSDR ↗The full breakdown
The brand's record and disclosure
CoverGirl is owned by Coty and has not published a comprehensive PFAS policy or ingredient transparency statement specific to waterproof cosmetics. The brand does list some ingredients on packaging and online, but does not break down polymers or processing aids to the specificity needed to identify PFAS-containing compounds. No major recalls or safety controversies on record for this product line, but lack of proactive disclosure on emerging contaminants is notable for a mass-market brand.
How it compares in its category
Long-wear liquid lipsticks as a category often rely on PFAS or fluorine chemistry for water resistance; Outlast is mainstream in this regard. Brands explicitly avoiding PFAS in waterproof lip formulas remain niche. For non-PFAS alternatives, wax-based or oil-based long-wear lipsticks exist but typically offer less water resistance and shorter wear time, making direct performance comparison difficult.
If you buy it
Apply to clean, dry lips and allow to fully set (1-2 minutes) before eating or drinking to maximize durability and minimize ingestion of wet formula. Remove with dedicated lip balm or oil-based makeup remover; scrubbing aggressively or using harsh solvents can irritate delicate lip skin. Store in a cool, dry place away from heat and direct sunlight, as polymer films can degrade or become tacky at high temperatures. Replace every 12-18 months or if the formula separates, thickens, or smells off, as film-forming polymers degrade over time.
What we don’t know
- Basis
- Model estimate, 45% confidence, not a lab result
- Lab test
- None on record for this exact product
- Brand statement
- CoverGirl has made none
Formulations change between production runs, so check the current label. How we grade.
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