Too Faced · Waterproof Mascara
Too Faced Naturally Better Than Sex Mascara
No public PFAS disclosure; typical mascara formula presents low concern.
Too Faced does not publicly disclose PFAS content or testing for this mascara. Standard cosmetic mascaras rarely require PFAS, though waterproof formulas may contain fluorinated compounds. Request ingredient transparency from the brand for certainty.
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Burt's Bees
Burt's Bees 100% Natural Nourishing Mascara, Black Brown
75/100 safety
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Material
Liquid pigments, resins, waxes, typical mascara base
Brand disclosure
Brand is silent on PFAS
Lab data
No public lab test
What Too Faced Naturally Better Than Sex is made of, ingredients and materials
Too Faced Naturally Better Than Sex Mascara is a liquid pigment suspension in a wax and resin base, typical of modern mascaras. The formula contains iron oxides, mica, and film-forming polymers that dry to a solid coating on the lash. Liquid mascaras carry lower microplastic risk than solid formulations since they are not inherently particulate at application, though dried residue may fragment over time with removal.
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.
Heavy metals
Iron oxides and synthetic colorants are standard; lead and cadmium are regulated but not systematically tested by the brand. Too Faced provides no third-party heavy metal assay data for this formula.
Source, FDA ↗Fragrance allergens (undisclosed components)
Mascaras often contain fragrance; Too Faced does not break down fragrance into individual allergens on packaging or public documentation. Individuals with sensitive eyes or fragrance sensitivities may experience irritation.
Microplastics
Dried mascara flakes when removed; some may be small enough to enter waterways or accumulate in eye area. Polymer resin binders are not inherently biodegradable, though risk is low compared to solid cosmetic powders.
Source, EPA ↗What’s reassuring
Formaldehyde / VOCs
No public disclosure or testing available for this product. Preservative systems in mascaras sometimes include formaldehyde-releasing agents; Too Faced does not specify which preservatives are used.
Source, ATSDR ↗1,4-dioxane (manufacturing byproduct)
No public test data available. This contaminant can arise during surfactant synthesis in emulsified products; liquid mascaras are less prone than creamy formulas, but brand does not disclose dioxane testing.
The full breakdown
The brand's record and disclosure
Too Faced (owned by Estée Lauder) does not publicly disclose fragrance allergens, heavy metal testing, or 1,4-dioxane content on product labels or safety documentation. The brand has no widely reported recalls or contamination incidents specific to this mascara. Estée Lauder group products comply with EU and US cosmetic regulations, but voluntary third-party testing or full ingredient transparency is not standard practice for the brand.
How it compares in its category
This mascara sits in the mid-to-premium mass-market segment. Formulation complexity (multiple pigments, resins, preservatives) is comparable to competitors like Maybelline or MAC. Disclosure practices are typical for the category, ingredient list is published, but trace contaminants and fragrance components remain opaque. No major safety advantage or disadvantage versus similarly priced alternatives.
If you buy it
Replace mascara every 3 months or sooner if clumping or odor develops, as mascara is a water-prone product prone to bacterial colonization once opened. Remove with gentle makeup remover or oil-based cleanser to avoid tugging lashes and fragmenting the dried coating. Store upright with the cap sealed tightly. Discontinue use if eye irritation, redness, or swelling occurs; mascaras are applied close to mucous membranes.
What we don’t know
- Basis
- Model estimate, 45% 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.
Better-graded alternatives in Waterproof Mascara
Burt's Bees
100% Natural Nourishing Mascara, Black Brown
- Wax, pigments, natural oils (typical mascara base)
- Fragrance allergens and undisclosed sensitizers
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