Urban Decay Naked Shaped Multi-tasking Eyeshadow Palette Warm
Lower concern eyeshadow; no known PFAS use in standard cosmetic formulas.
Urban Decay does not disclose PFAS practices. Eyeshadow palettes typically use talc, mica, and mineral pigments without water or grease resistance treatments. No lab data or third-party verification available.
We flunk more products than we pass. This one earned its grade. How we grade
Material
talc, mica, iron oxides, pigments
Brand disclosure
Brand is silent on PFAS
Lab data
No public lab test
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What Urban Decay Naked Shaped Palette Warm is made of, ingredients and materials
This palette uses talc as a primary base, combined with mica for shimmer and iron oxides plus synthetic pigments for color. Talc itself is inert in cosmetics, but historical concern centers on mining contamination with asbestos, a known carcinogen. Urban Decay does not publicly disclose talc sourcing or asbestos testing for this line, so contamination status cannot be verified from available information. Iron oxides and synthetic colorants (like FD&C Red No. 7, CI 77891) are approved by FDA for cosmetic use and have no established safety issues at typical eyeshadow 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.
Talc contamination with asbestos
Talc mined in certain regions may contain asbestos as a natural contaminant. Urban Decay does not publish asbestos testing or talc sourcing details for this palette, so contamination status is unknown based on publicly available information.
Powder inhalation during application
Repeated inhalation of talc powder during eyeshadow application can cause respiratory irritation or chronic inflammation in sensitive users or high-frequency applicators. This is a general category risk, not unique to this brand, but relevant to talc-based formulas.
What’s reassuring
Base material not linked to PFAS
The main material recorded for this product is not one associated with PFAS.
Heavy metals
Iron oxides and FD&C approved synthetic pigments used in this palette are regulated cosmetic colorants with established purity standards. No recalls or safety warnings specific to metal content in this product line are on record.
Source, FDA ↗Formaldehyde / VOCs
No preservative system is disclosed for this pressed powder formula, but standard cosmetic preservatives used in eyeshadows do not typically include formaldehyde releasers. No safety alert exists for this product.
Source, ATSDR ↗Fragrance allergens
This palette does not list added fragrance in the disclosed ingredient set and is unlikely to contain intentional fragrance compounds. Cosmetic-grade mica and pigments are odorless.
How is this PFAS grade calculated?
The brand's record and disclosure
Urban Decay is owned by L'Oreal and operates under parent company safety frameworks, but makes no specific public claims about talc sourcing, asbestos testing, or heavy metal limits in this palette. The brand has not faced major regulatory action or recalls related to this product line. No third-party certifications (cruelty-free, clean beauty, or mineral-specific standards) are published for this palette, limiting independent verification of ingredient claims.
How it compares in its category
Talc-based eyeshadows remain common in mainstream cosmetics, though mineral and silica-based alternatives exist. This palette sits in the mid-to-premium market segment where ingredient transparency is inconsistent across brands. Most competitors in this price range use similar talc, mica, and iron oxide formulations without published contaminant testing, making direct comparison difficult. Some brands now offer asbestos-tested talc or talc-free formulations marketed as lower risk, though efficacy claims vary.
If you buy it
Apply with clean brushes and do not inhale the powder during application; talc inhalation carries potential respiratory concern if done repeatedly in unventilated spaces. Avoid applying near eyes if the product shows visible discoloration or clumping, which may indicate moisture contamination or degradation. Replace the palette if loose pigment develops or if the pressed formula becomes crumbly after 2-3 years of use. Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight to prevent ingredient separation and ensure color stability.
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
- Urban Decay has made none
Formulations change between production runs, so check the current label. How we grade.
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