Revlon · Lip Balm & Long-Wear Lipstick
(3 pack) Revlon ColorStay Overtime Longwearing Gloss Lipstick with Vitamin E, 500 Limitless Black Cherry, 0.07 fl oz
No public PFAS concern, but cosmetic formulations rarely disclose fluorine chemistry.
This standard liquid cosmetic contains waxes, oils, pigments, and vitamin E with no known waterproofing or Teflon-family coating. Revlon rarely discloses detailed fluorine-containing ingredients.
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Material
Liquid lipstick formulation (waxes, oils, pigments, vitamin E)
Lab data
No public lab test
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What (3 pack) Revlon ColorStay Overtime fl is made of, ingredients and materials
Revlon ColorStay Overtime is a liquid-to-solid wear lipstick combining film-forming waxes, volatile organic compounds (VOCs) as carriers, synthetic and mica-based pigments, and vitamin E as an antioxidant and skin conditioning agent. The formulation dries down quickly after application, minimizing absorption of individual components into lips. Unlike traditional bullet lipsticks, the liquid format reduces pigment concentration per dose and relies on synthetic colorants rather than natural dyes, which generally lowers heavy metal contamination risk in this price tier.
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.
Volatile organic compounds (VOC) inhalation during application
Liquid lipsticks rely on VOC carriers (typically glycol ethers or similar) to achieve quick-drying texture. Exposure is minimal with normal lip application in ventilated spaces; risk escalates only with chronic inhalation or application in enclosed unventilated areas. No odor threshold violations have been reported for this product.
Fragrance allergens or undisclosed fragrance components
Product label does not list specific fragrance compounds; 'fragrance' or 'parfum' may be present as a trade-secret blend. Individuals with fragrance sensitivity should perform patch test on inner arm first. Lip application risk is low due to minimal absorption, but ingestion via lip-licking could trigger mucosal sensitivity in susceptible users.
What’s reassuring
Base material not linked to PFAS
The main material recorded for this product is not one associated with PFAS.
Heavy metals
Revlon does not publish heavy metal assay data for ColorStay Overtime. Iron oxide pigments and mica are regulated cosmetic colorants with established purity standards; no recalls or contamination reports exist for this product line. Risk is low for episodic lip application.
Source, FDA ↗Formaldehyde / VOCs
Revlon does not disclose preservative system for this product. Modern liquid lipstick formulations typically avoid formaldehyde releasers in favor of parabens or phenoxyethanol; if present, exposure via lip application is negligible since lips have low absorption capacity and product is not ingested routinely.
Source, ATSDR ↗Talc contamination
ColorStay Overtime is a liquid formulation and does not contain talc as a base; talc risk applies only to powder lipsticks or blushes. This product poses no asbestos or talc-related inhalation hazard.
How is this PFAS grade calculated?
The brand's record and disclosure
Revlon does not publicly detail PFAS or heavy metal screening for its cosmetics lines, nor does it hold third-party certifications like EWG Verified or Clean Beauty seals. The brand has faced no major recalls for this specific product related to heavy metals, formaldehyde releasers, or talc contamination. Revlon's parent company (Revlon Inc.) maintains FDA compliance filings but does not voluntarily exceed baseline cosmetic ingredient safety standards.
How it compares in its category
Long-wear liquid lipsticks in this price range ($5-8) typically use similar VOC-based formulations and synthetic iron oxides or carmine-derived pigments. Revlon's product is mid-market, it lacks the heavy-metal testing transparency of premium indie brands (e.g., Bite Beauty) but also avoids the formulation shortcuts of ultra-budget competitors. Vitamin E inclusion is standard in this category and provides no safety advantage but signals basic skin consideration.
If you buy it
Apply with clean applicator to avoid bacterial contamination from repeated cap contact. Avoid prolonged eye contact; if stinging occurs, remove with makeup remover or mild oil and discontinue if irritation persists. Replace every 12-18 months to prevent VOC degradation and applicator bacterial growth. Store upright in cool, dry conditions away from direct heat, which can accelerate VOC off-gassing and wax separation.
What is not known about PFAS in this product?
- Basis
- Model estimate, 45% confidence, not a lab result
- Lab test
- None on record for this exact product
- Brand statement
- Revlon has made a specific claim
Formulations change between production runs, so check the current label. How we grade.
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