Tarte · Lip Balm & Long-Wear Lipstick
tarte Maracuja Juicy Lip Plump Shimmer Glass
Lower concern; glass packaging with straightforward cosmetic formula.
Tarte's glass-packaged lip plump contains oils and pigments without disclosed water-repellent or stain-resistant coatings. Glass is a lower-concern material.
We flunk more products than we pass. This one earned its grade. How we grade
Material
Glass container with cosmetic liquid formula (oils, silicones, pigments)
Lab data
No public lab test
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What tarte Maracuja Juicy Lip Shimmer Glass is made of, ingredients and materials
Tarte Maracuja Juicy Lip Plump is housed in glass, which is chemically inert and does not leach into the lip product during storage or use. The formula itself is a blend of oils (maracuja oil, silicones) and cosmetic pigments typical of premium lip glosses. Glass eliminates the polymer leaching risk found in plastic lip glosses and provides a stable, non-reactive container ideal for preserving color and texture.
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 (undisclosed components)
Product contains fragrance listed as 'parfum' without component disclosure. Maracuja scent may include hidden allergens or sensitizers; individuals with fragrance sensitivity should patch-test. No specific allergen alerts are documented for this formula.
What’s reassuring
Base material not linked to PFAS
The main material recorded for this product is not one associated with PFAS.
Lead
Tarte does not publish heavy metal testing for Maracuja Juicy Lip Plump. FDA regulations limit but do not eliminate trace metals in cosmetic colorants. No recalls or contamination reports exist for this specific product, but independent third-party testing is not on public record.
Source, ATSDR ↗1,4-dioxane contamination in emulsifiers
Silicone-based lip glosses are less likely to contain 1,4-dioxane than water-based formulas, as they rely on different stabilizer chemistry. No testing has been publicly disclosed for this product, and no recalls related to dioxane contamination exist for Tarte's Maracuja line.
Formaldehyde / VOCs
Glass container and silicone-oil base reduce need for aggressive preservative systems. Tarte does not list formaldehyde donors in disclosed ingredients, but complete preservative systems are not always itemized on labels.
Source, ATSDR ↗Silicone buildup and respiratory concern with spray application
This is a manual lip gloss applied directly, not an aerosol spray, eliminating inhalation risk from silicone particles. No safety concerns are documented for topical silicone cosmetics in standard usage.
How is this PFAS grade calculated?
The brand's record and disclosure
Tarte does not publicly disclose ingredient sourcing or third-party certifications for heavy metals, allergens, or contaminants in this product line. The brand has no documented recalls or safety controversies tied to Maracuja products as of public record. Tarte markets itself as cruelty-free and vegan-friendly but does not independently verify cosmetic safety claims beyond FDA label compliance.
How it compares in its category
Glass lip glosses are less common than plastic or metal tubes in the lip plump category, making this a lower concern material choice for long-term storage. Most competitors use plastic (PET or polypropylene) containers, which carry microplastic and polymer leaching concerns if degraded. Tarte's glass formulation avoids these risks but offers no meaningful advantage in formula safety relative to other major brands in the same price tier.
If you buy it
Glass containers are durable but can crack if dropped; store upright to prevent leakage. Avoid exposure to extreme heat (above 40 degrees Celsius/104 Fahrenheit) as silicone-based formulas can thin or separate. Replace every 12 months or if you notice color separation, odor change, or cosmetic thickening, which may indicate formula degradation or contamination. Wash hands after application and do not share to reduce bacterial transfer.
What is not known about PFAS in this product?
- Basis
- Model estimate, 78% confidence, not a lab result
- Lab test
- None on record for this exact product
- Brand statement
- Tarte has made a specific claim
Formulations change between production runs, so check the current label. How we grade.
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