Too Faced · Foundation & Primer
Too Faced Born This Way Super Glow
Typical cosmetic foundation. No known PFAS concerns reported.
Born This Way Super Glow is a mineral-based liquid foundation with standard cosmetic ingredients. No public disclosure or verified PFAS detection; lower concern profile for this product category.
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Material
Mineral pigments, talc, silicones, waxes
Brand disclosure
Brand is silent on PFAS
Lab data
No public lab test
What Too Faced Born This Way Super Glow is made of, ingredients and materials
Born This Way Super Glow is a liquid mineral foundation combining talc, silicones (for spreadability and slip), light-reflecting mineral pigments, and waxes for wear and finish. The talc component is the main material of concern in mineral-based foundations, though talc itself is not inherently unsafe when sourced and processed without asbestos contamination. Silicones are inert and well-tolerated by most skin types; waxes provide occlusion and stability but can trap bacteria if the product sits open or contaminated.
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.
Talc and asbestos contamination risk
Talc deposits can contain asbestos fibers. No recall or documented contamination of this specific product is on record. FDA regulates cosmetic talc but does not pre-approve batches; risk is tied to supplier sourcing and QC. Too Faced has not published talc supplier transparency or asbestos testing results publicly.
Fragrance allergens
Product contains fragrance compounds, which are common allergens. Specific fragrance ingredients are not itemized on labels (protected as trade secrets under US law). Individuals with fragrance sensitivity or rosacea should patch test or choose fragrance-free alternatives.
Skin irritation from formulation
Silicones and waxes are generally well-tolerated but can clog pores or cause irritation in acne-prone or very sensitive skin. No class-action complaints or widespread safety alerts specific to this product are documented. Risk is individual and use-dependent.
Microbial growth if contaminated during use
Liquid foundations are water-based or silicone-based and can support bacterial growth if applicators are not clean or the product is left open. This is a use-practice hazard, not a manufacturing defect, and is preventable with proper storage.
What’s reassuring
Base material not linked to PFAS
The main material recorded for this product is not one associated with PFAS.
Heavy metals
Mineral pigments (iron oxides, mica, titanium dioxide) used in foundations are approved color additives in the US. No recalls or safety alerts specific to Born This Way Super Glow or Too Faced foundations for heavy metal contamination have been reported.
Source, FDA ↗The full breakdown
The brand's record and disclosure
Too Faced publishes ingredient lists and does not hide formulation details, which is a baseline good practice. The brand has no major recalls or safety controversies on record for this product line. Too Faced has not made a public PFAS reduction pledge or third-party safety certification claim, but absence of a pledge is not evidence of PFAS use; cosmetic foundations are not typical PFAS carriers. No independent testing or regulatory action against this product has been publicly documented.
How it compares in its category
Liquid mineral foundations like this are mainstream and have lower inhalation risk compared to older talc-heavy loose powders. Compared to full-coverage cream foundations, mineral bases tend to score lower on reported skin irritation. This product sits in the mid-to-premium price tier where formulation oversight is typically more rigorous than budget mass-market alternatives, though price does not guarantee safety.
If you buy it
Keep the cap sealed between uses to prevent bacterial growth and oxidation of the silicone base. Do not expose to direct heat or sunlight for extended periods, as silicones and waxes can degrade or separate. Replace after 12 months of opening to minimize microbial load. Patch test on clean skin first if you have sensitive skin or a history of cosmetic reactions; talc-based products occasionally trigger irritation in susceptible individuals, though this is not common.
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
- Too Faced has made none
Formulations change between production runs, so check the current label. How we grade.
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