NYX Professional Makeup · Lip Balm & Long-Wear Lipstick
Butter Gloss NYX
Lower PFAS concern, but no brand transparency evident.
Standard cosmetic lip gloss with pigments, oils, and waxes lacks water-resistance coatings or specialty Teflon-family coating. NYX makes no PFAS disclosures and no third-party verification exists.
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Material
Pigments, oils, waxes in lip gloss base
Brand disclosure
Brand is silent on PFAS
Lab data
No public lab test
What Butter Gloss NYX is made of, ingredients and materials
Butter Gloss NYX is a silicone-oil and wax-based lip gloss containing pigments for color. The formula is designed to be occlusive and non-comedogenic, sitting on the lip surface rather than penetrating deep into skin. Lip products are low-risk because they are applied topically in small amounts and are not ingested (though some incidental ingestion during eating or drinking is inevitable). The silicone and wax base are inert and do not leach into tissue under normal use.
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 sensitizers
Butter Gloss contains fragrance compounds listed generically on the label. Individuals with sensitive lips or fragrance sensitivities may experience contact dermatitis or irritation. Patch testing on inner arm before lip application is recommended for sensitized skin.
Bacterial or mold growth if applicator contaminated
The wand applicator can harbor bacteria if touched to the mouth and reinserted repeatedly. This is a use-hygiene issue rather than a manufacturing defect. Risk increases if product is stored in warm, damp environments like bathrooms.
Mica or talc as filler or colorant carrier
Some glosses use mica or talc-derived minerals for slip and opacity. NYX does not specify talc-free status for Butter Gloss. While talc is permitted in lip products, those with sensitivity to inhaled powder should confirm ingredient list or contact the brand.
What’s reassuring
Base material not linked to PFAS
The main material recorded for this product is not one associated with PFAS.
Heavy metals
Lip glosses use FDA-approved synthetic colorants and naturally derived pigments. No recalls or credible reports link NYX Butter Gloss to lead, cadmium, or arsenic contamination. Pigment suppliers to major brands are typically audited, though NYX does not disclose this publicly.
Source, FDA ↗Formaldehyde / VOCs
Silicone and wax-based lip glosses do not require formaldehyde as a preservative. NYX Butter Gloss uses standard cosmetic preservatives (likely sorbates or benzoates) that are not formaldehyde donors.
Source, ATSDR ↗The full breakdown
The brand's record and disclosure
NYX Professional Makeup does not publish detailed ingredient sourcing or third-party safety certifications on this product. The brand has no publicly documented recalls or safety warnings for Butter Gloss. NYX is owned by L'Oreal, a major cosmetics conglomerate that follows FDA and EU cosmetic regulations, but offers no special transparency beyond legal minimum disclosure. No credible reports of adverse reactions specific to this product line exist in public health databases.
How it compares in its category
Butter Gloss NYX is a mid-range lip gloss typical of the drugstore category. It carries no higher or lower hazard profile than comparable silicone-based glosses from brands like Maybelline or Revlon. Unlike some artisanal or indie lip products, it benefits from large-scale manufacturing oversight, reducing variability in pigment quality and contamination risk. Price point and ease of access are its competitive strength, not superior safety claims.
If you buy it
Apply in thin layers to avoid accidental ingestion of excess product. Do not use if the formula appears separated, discolored, or has a strong chemical odor, as this may indicate degradation or contamination. Replace after 12 months of regular use to avoid bacterial growth in the applicator tip. Store away from direct heat and sunlight to preserve formula stability and prevent oil separation.
What we don’t know
- Basis
- Model estimate, 72% confidence, not a lab result
- Lab test
- None on record for this exact product
- Brand statement
- NYX Professional Makeup has made none
Formulations change between production runs, so check the current label. How we grade.
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