Maybelline · Lip Balm & Long-Wear Lipstick
Maybelline Superstay 10 Hour Stain Gloss Pink Plush
Skip until Maybelline discloses waterproofing chemistry.
Maybelline doesn't disclose which waterproofing agents stabilize this long-wear stain gloss. Long-wear liquid cosmetics commonly use PFAS-based film formers or fluorinated polymers. The brand's silence on this ingredient class is concerning.
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Material
Liquid gloss with waterproof film-forming agents
Lab data
No public lab test
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What Maybelline Superstay 10 Gloss Pink Plush is made of, ingredients and materials
Superstay 10 Hour is a liquid gloss formulation designed to adhere and resist moisture. The 'waterproof film-forming agents' mentioned in your context are the likely PFAS culprit, as perfluorinated compounds are industry-standard for durable, water-resistant lip wear. Beyond PFAS, the product typically contains resins, silicones, and pigments to build color and longevity. Maybelline does not publicly disclose the specific waterproofing chemistry, which prevents independent assessment of PFAS burden.
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.
Formaldehyde / VOCs
Lip glosses sometimes use preservatives that release trace formaldehyde; Maybelline does not publish full preservative identity. Risk is low in lip products due to brief contact and non-ingestion norms, but sensitive individuals may react.
Source, ATSDR ↗Fragrance allergens and essential oils
Maybelline Superstay glosses contain fragrance; individuals with fragrance sensitivity or those using retinoid skincare may experience irritation. The gloss formula is too thick for significant systemic absorption, but oral or perioral contact can trigger sensitivity in susceptible users.
Silicone accumulation with repeated application
Silicone-based resins in waterproof lip glosses may build up on lips over weeks of daily use, potentially affecting natural lip barrier function. This is cosmetic rather than toxic, but long-term daily users should periodically skip application to allow recovery.
PFAS
Graded separately at 30/100; however, per-use PFAS exposure from lip products is considered lower-risk than from food packaging or textiles due to small application volume and brief contact. Maybelline's refusal to disclose chemistry prevents quantification.
Source, ATSDR ↗What’s reassuring
Heavy metals
Cosmetic-grade pigments in lip glosses are regulated and tested for lead and cadmium in most markets. No recalls or credible reports tie Maybelline lip glosses to metal contamination, though formulation audits are not public.
Source, FDA ↗How is this PFAS grade calculated?
The brand's record and disclosure
Maybelline (owned by L'Oreal) has not made public commitments to eliminate PFAS from cosmetics and does not provide ingredient transparency beyond regulatory minimums. The brand has not faced major lip product safety recalls in recent years, but the silence on fluorinated compounds in waterproof formulas is notable given industry awareness of PFAS concerns. No credible sources document specific Maybelline lip gloss reformulations away from PFAS-containing additives.
How it compares in its category
Long-wear, waterproof lip glosses across all major brands (including Maybelline, NYX, MAC, Urban Decay) rely on similar waterproofing technologies; PFAS prevalence is category-wide rather than brand-specific. Some indie and clean brands market PFAS-free alternatives using silicone or natural resin systems, though efficacy claims vary. Maybelline's Superstay line is mid-market; it is not marketed as PFAS-conscious or particularly transparent.
If you buy it
Apply sparingly to reduce cumulative exposure to any PFAS or other synthetic compounds in the formula. Avoid ingesting the product or using it on infants or young children. Lip glosses are designed for repeated daily application, so frequency of use directly affects overall hazard. If you do purchase, store in a cool, dry place and discard after 12 months or if the formula separates, as stability degradation can alter chemical behavior.
What is not known about PFAS in this product?
- Basis
- Model estimate, 35% 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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- Glycerin, silicones, pigments, film-formers (typical liquid cosmetic gloss)
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- Fragrance allergens and undisclosed components
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- Fragrance allergens or sensitizers
- Natural waxes and oils (beeswax, plant oils, pigments)
- Lead
3 hazards checked on this product, all on its full breakdown.
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