Maybelline Super Stay Teddy Lip Tint
Waterproof cosmetic with no PFAS disclosure. Skip if concerned.
Maybelline hasn't disclosed PFAS ingredients or absence for this waterproof tint. The formulation may contain fluorinated compounds, but no lab data or brand claims confirm risk.
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Material
liquid pigment tint with waterproof polymer film
Lab data
No public lab test
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What Maybelline Super Stay Teddy Lip Tint is made of, ingredients and materials
Maybelline Super Stay Teddy uses a liquid pigment base with a waterproof polymer film-forming system to create long-wear color that resists moisture and transfer. The waterproofing mechanism typically relies on synthetic film-formers (often acrylates or silicones) that create a barrier on lips; waterproof cosmetics commonly incorporate fluorinated compounds to achieve water resistance, which is why PFAS disclosure matters here. The 'teddy' shade range uses iron oxides, titanium dioxide, and mica as primary colorants, which are regulated colorants used at cosmetic concentrations. Liquid tints with polymer coatings have a higher chemical load than simple pigment suspensions, increasing the importance of ingredient transparency.
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.
PFAS
Waterproof cosmetics often contain PFAS to achieve water resistance; Maybelline does not disclose fluorinated agents in this product, making actual PFAS content unknown. See separate PFAS assessment (30/100).
Source, ATSDR ↗Fragrance allergens and sensitizers
Maybelline Super Stay formulas list fragrance as an ingredient; fragrance compounds can trigger contact dermatitis, lip swelling, or photosensitivity in sensitive individuals. Specific fragrance chemicals are not itemized on the label, limiting consumer ability to identify problematic components in advance.
Colorant (azo dye or iron oxide) reactions
Iron oxides and synthetic colorants in tinted lip products carry minimal toxicity at typical cosmetic use levels but can cause irritation or allergic contact dermatitis in individuals with dye sensitivities. No recalls or widespread adverse reports for this specific product are on record.
Polymer film coating irritation with extended wear
The waterproof film-former can accumulate on lips over 12+ hours of continuous wear, potentially leading to dryness, peeling, or contact sensitization if the polymeric matrix traps moisture or irritants against the lip surface. Individual sensitivity varies widely; some users report no issues, while others with sensitive mucous membranes experience discomfort.
What’s reassuring
Preservative or chemical degradation in liquid formulation
Liquid cosmetics require preservatives to prevent bacterial and fungal contamination; Maybelline formulas are not known to have contamination recalls. However, improper storage (heat, humidity, light) can degrade polymers and accelerate oxidation of pigments, potentially releasing trace degradation products.
The full breakdown
The brand's record and disclosure
Maybelline (L'Oreal USA) does not publicly disclose PFAS content in its waterproof cosmetics and has not released a brand-wide PFAS phase-out commitment, despite growing industry pressure. The brand meets FDA baseline cosmetic safety standards and has no major recalls specific to this product line on record. Maybelline publishes ingredient lists on packaging and online but does not voluntarily identify water-resistant agents or their fluorination status. For a mass-market brand, disclosure transparency on emerging contaminants like PFAS remains below leading clean-beauty competitors.
How it compares in its category
Super Stay Teddy occupies the mid-market waterproof lip tint segment; it competes against brands like Revlon and Rimmel with similar film-forming waterproof technology. Compared to long-wear formulas without water resistance claims, this product carries higher risk for undisclosed PFAS because waterproofing is chemically harder to achieve without fluorine. Brands marketed as PFAS-free or non-waterproof tints (e.g., some indie brands, tinted lip oils) eliminate this specific concern; Maybelline's silence on the issue is a relative weakness in a category where competitors increasingly disclose or avoid fluorine.
If you buy it
Patch test on inner lip or wrist 24 hours before full application to screen for fragrance sensitivity or dye reactions, especially if you have sensitive skin or a history of contact dermatitis. Apply sparingly; this product is designed for all-day wear and does not require reapplication, so heavy-handed use is unnecessary and increases exposure to all chemical components. Remove gently with a proper makeup remover or oil-based cleanser at night to avoid irritation from the waterproof polymer film accumulating over time. Store in a cool, dry place and replace every 3 years or if you notice separation, thickening, or odor changes, as liquid cosmetics with polymers can degrade or support microbial growth if contaminated.
What we don’t know
- Basis
- Model estimate, 42% confidence, not a lab result
- Lab test
- None on record for this exact product
- Brand statement
- Maybelline has made a specific claim
Formulations change between production runs, so check the current label. How we grade.
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