Too Faced · Waterproof Mascara
Too Faced Mascara Better Than Sex Waterproof
Skip until composition disclosed; waterproof cosmetics often contain PFAS.
Waterproof mascara formula typically uses water-repellent coatings, often PFAS-based. Too Faced discloses no waterproofing agent or PFAS status.
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75/100 safety
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Material
polymeric film, waterproofing agent unspecified
Brand disclosure
Brand is silent on PFAS
Lab data
No public lab test
What Too Faced Mascara Better Than Sex is made of, ingredients and materials
Too Faced Better Than Sex Waterproof is a polymeric film-forming mascara with an unspecified waterproofing agent. Waterproof mascaras typically rely on silicone oils, waxes, or film-forming polymers to repel water; the waterproofing mechanism here is not publicly disclosed. This opacity is the core issue, waterproof cosmetics are among the most common carriers of PFAS (PFAS "forever chemicals"), which provide water and oil resistance. Without ingredient transparency, the presence and type of fluorinated compounds cannot be ruled out.
What’s concerning
Waterproof / stain-resistant treatment
Water-repellent coating treatments have historically used PFAS.
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.
PFAS
Waterproof mascaras frequently contain PFAS as water-repellent agents. Too Faced has not disclosed waterproofing chemistry or issued PFAS policy. Given Poor PFAS grade and waterproof claim, fluorinated compounds are probable unless formula is verified otherwise.
Source, ATSDR ↗1,4-dioxane (contaminant in surfactants and emulsifiers)
Polymeric mascaras may contain surfactants or emulsifiers that harbor 1,4-dioxane as a manufacturing byproduct. No specific testing or disclosure from Too Faced is on record; risk is typical for this product type and low to moderate given brief skin contact.
Formaldehyde / VOCs
Waterproof film-forming mascaras sometimes contain imidazolidinyl urea or DMDM hydantoin to prevent microbial growth in water-repellent formulas. Too Faced does not list preservatives publicly for this product; risk is category-level rather than brand-specific.
Source, ATSDR ↗Eye and lid irritation from coating buildup or film occlusion
Waterproof polymeric films can trap moisture and bacteria if not removed daily, or cause irritation from incomplete removal. Individual sensitivity varies; this is a usage and maintenance issue, not a formulation defect.
What’s reassuring
Heavy metals
No recalls or reported heavy metal contamination linked to Too Faced mascara. Iron oxide black pigments are standard and regulated; risk is low if sourcing is controlled. Brand does not disclose pigment sourcing.
Source, FDA ↗The full breakdown
The brand's record and disclosure
Too Faced does not publicly disclose PFAS policy or waterproof formula ingredients beyond marketing language. The brand has not issued statements addressing fluorinated water-repellent agents in mascara or other products. No third-party certifications (e.g., MADE SAFE, EWG Verified) are listed for this product. This silence on waterproofing chemistry is typical industry-wide but leaves consumers unable to assess fluorine contamination risk.
How it compares in its category
Waterproof mascaras as a class carry higher PFAS prevalence than standard mascaras; non-waterproof formulas typically use water-soluble polymers and avoid fluorinated compounds. Too Faced Better Than Sex Waterproof sits in the higher-concern segment of the mascara market on PFAS grounds alone. Competing non-waterproof or water-resistant (vs. waterproof) mascaras from brands with PFAS disclosure or certifications present lower informational risk.
If you buy it
Request the full ingredient list or Safety Data Sheet (SDS) from Too Faced customer service and cross-reference with fluorinated chemical databases (ECHA, EPA). Mascara is low-absorption and brief-contact, so systemic risk from occasional use is lower than from ingested or large-surface cosmetics. Remove with standard makeup remover or gentle oil cleanser daily; prolonged wear under waterproof film can irritate lids. Replace every 3 months to prevent bacterial growth in the tube.
What we don’t know
- Basis
- Model estimate, 35% 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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