Jojoba Eye Pencil
Lower concern. Natural cosmetic pencil with no known PFAS indicators.
Ere Perez Jojoba Eye Pencil uses jojoba oil and wax bases typical of natural cosmetics. No waterproof claims, water-repellent coating treatments, or Teflon-family coating coatings identified.
We flunk more products than we pass. This one earned its grade. How we grade
Material
Jojoba oil, wax, pigments
Brand disclosure
Brand is silent on PFAS
Lab data
No public lab test
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What Jojoba Eye Pencil is made of, ingredients and materials
Ere Perez Jojoba Eye Pencil is formulated primarily from jojoba oil, a plant-derived emollient, combined with natural waxes and pigments. Jojoba oil is non-comedogenic and absorbs readily into skin, minimizing residue buildup on the eyelid. The wax component (likely candelilla or similar plant waxes rather than synthetic polymers) provides structure and adherence without requiring plastic binders or problematic synthetic resins. Pigments used are not disclosed by brand but are subject to EU and FDA cosmetic colorant regulations; no lead, cadmium, or antimony contamination has been reported for this product line.
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.
Fragrance allergens and undisclosed fragrance components
Ingredient lists for Ere Perez products do not typically break down fragrance components as individual allergens (parfum/fragrance listed as one item). Users with fragrance sensitivity or known reactions to essential oils should verify full fragrance composition with brand directly.
Oil rancidity and oxidation over time
Natural jojoba-oil formulations are subject to oxidative degradation, especially if exposed to air, heat, or light. This is a stability and sensory concern rather than an acute safety hazard, but off-odor or greasiness signals end-of-life.
What’s reassuring
Base material not linked to PFAS
The main material recorded for this product is not one associated with PFAS.
Lead
No reported contamination in this product or brand. EU and FDA-approved colorants are required for eye cosmetics; however, Ere Perez does not publish independent pigment testing results, so assurance is regulatory compliance-based only.
Source, ATSDR ↗Talc contamination
Jojoba oil and plant wax formulations do not typically include talc; this product's ingredient list does not name it. Natural pencils generally avoid talc, but brand transparency on trace mineral content is absent.
Formaldehyde / VOCs
Plant-wax-based pencils avoid formaldehyde-releasing preservatives common in synthetic cosmetic pencils. No preservatives are listed on the disclosed ingredients; natural wax and oil systems have inherent antimicrobial properties but are not indefinitely shelf-stable.
Source, ATSDR ↗How is this PFAS grade calculated?
The brand's record and disclosure
Ere Perez is an Australian indie cosmetics brand emphasizing natural and plant-based formulations, but maintains a public stance that is notably silent on PFAS, heavy metals testing, and third-party certification details. The brand does not publish safety data sheets or detailed pigment sourcing, which limits transparency beyond the ingredient list. No recalls or safety controversies are on record for this specific product or the brand. Certifications such as cruelty-free status are claimed but formal third-party verification (e.g., Leaping Bunny) is not documented on widely available sources.
How it compares in its category
Oil-based eye pencils avoid the synthetic polymer and plasticizer concerns common in conventional pencil formulas. Compared to standard eyeliners (which often contain talc, silicates, or synthetic waxes), jojoba-based pencils present a lower microplastic and phthalate risk. However, they lack the formal safety certifications and pigment disclosure that premium indie and mainstream brands (e.g., RMS Beauty, Becca) increasingly provide. Performance trade-offs include shorter shelf life and softer texture, which some users find less precise.
If you buy it
Store the pencil away from direct heat and sunlight to prevent wax separation and oil oxidation; cool, dry storage extends usable life to 12-18 months. Sharpen minimally to avoid waste and reduce fiber shedding into the product. Discontinue use if the pencil becomes grainy, develops an off smell, or causes persistent irritation; rancid jojoba oil is a degradation risk, not a manufacturing defect. Patch-test on the inner arm first if you have sensitive eyes or known fragrance or dye allergies.
What is not known about PFAS in this product?
- Basis
- Model estimate, 72% confidence, not a lab result
- Lab test
- None on record for this exact product
- Brand statement
- Ere Perez has made none
Formulations change between production runs, so check the current label. How we grade.
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