Revlon · Lip Balm & Long-Wear Lipstick
Revlon Super Lustrous Glimmer Gloss
Lower concern for typical lip gloss, but no brand transparency on PFAS.
This liquid gloss contains standard cosmetic waxes, oils, and pigments with lower inherent PFAS risk. Revlon has not publicly disclosed PFAS policies or testing.
We flunk more products than we pass. This one earned its grade. How we grade
Material
Liquid wax, oils, pigments, polymers (standard lip gloss base)
Lab data
No public lab test
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What Revlon Super Lustrous Glimmer Gloss is made of, ingredients and materials
Revlon Super Lustrous Glimmer Gloss is a liquid wax and oil-based formulation with synthetic polymers and colorants typical of mass-market lip glosses. The wax base (commonly beeswax, carnauba, or synthetic analogs) and oils provide slip and moisture, while polymers create gloss and film-forming properties. No heavy metals, talc, or asbestos have been reported in Revlon lip products under FDA or independent testing. Pigments used are typically iron oxides, mica, and certified colorants (FD&C-approved lakes), which are low-risk at cosmetic concentrations.
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 contact dermatitis
Lip glosses often contain fragrance compounds (not always fully disclosed on packaging). Individuals with sensitive lips or fragrance sensitivity may experience mild irritation or allergic contact dermatitis, though reports for this specific product are not documented.
Formaldehyde / VOCs
Liquid glosses require preservative systems to prevent microbial growth. Formaldehyde-releasing preservatives (e.g., DMDM hydantoin, imidazolidinyl urea) may be present but are not typically flagged for lip products at standard concentrations. No specific testing or recalls for this product are on record.
Source, ATSDR ↗What’s reassuring
Base material not linked to PFAS
The main material recorded for this product is not one associated with PFAS.
Polymer film residue and ingestion
Synthetic polymer components are designed to be inert and non-toxic at cosmetic concentrations. Lip gloss is partially swallowed during normal use, but polymer concentrations and types used in Revlon formulations are within FDA safety guidelines for oral contact.
Colorant safety and photostability
Iron oxides and mica used in Revlon glosses are FDA-approved for cosmetic use and non-toxic. No evidence of heavy metal contamination (lead, cadmium, arsenic) in mass-market lip products under recent testing, though independent lab verification for this specific SKU is unavailable.
Oil-based aspiration risk
Lip glosses are not inhaled during normal use and pose no aspiration hazard. The liquid formulation is designed for topical lip application only; aspiration risk would only arise from misuse (e.g., spraying into airways).
How is this PFAS grade calculated?
The brand's record and disclosure
Revlon does not publicly disclose ingredient sourcing, PFAS testing, or third-party certifications specific to this product line. The company has faced no major recalls or safety actions for Super Lustrous gloss formulations. Revlon is a legacy mass-market cosmetics brand with standard FDA compliance but minimal transparency beyond regulatory minimums. For lip glosses, industry-wide disclosure gaps on PFAS and processing aids are the norm rather than a Revlon-specific failing.
How it compares in its category
This product sits in the mainstream tier of lip glosses, comparable to Maybelline, NYX, and Wet n Wild in formulation approach and transparency level. Premium indie and clean-beauty brands (e.g., Burt's Bees, Glossier) often highlight natural wax bases and lower synthetic polymer loads, though safety data is not necessarily superior. Revlon's price point and availability reflect cost-optimized manufacturing; no evidence suggests this compromises safety versus category peers.
If you buy it
Apply to lips only; avoid contact with eyes and mucous membranes beyond the lip line. Discard or replace after 2 to 3 years or if the formulation separates, thickens, or develops odor, as liquid glosses can degrade. Store in a cool, dry place away from direct heat or sunlight to prevent polymer breakdown. If you experience persistent irritation, redness, or swelling after use, discontinue and consider patch-testing formulations with simpler bases (e.g., oil-only or wax-only products).
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
- Revlon has made a specific claim
Formulations change between production runs, so check the current label. How we grade.
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