Urban Decay · Lip Balm & Long-Wear Lipstick
Urban Decay Hi-Fi Shine Ultra Cushion Lip Gloss
Lip gloss with waterproof claims poses moderate concern; no PFAS transparency offered.
This waterproof lip gloss likely uses water-repellent coatings that may contain PFAS. Urban Decay offers no public disclosure about PFAS-related ingredients or testing results.
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Material
Cosmetic gloss base with waterproofing agents (unspecified)
Brand disclosure
Brand is silent on PFAS
Lab data
No public lab test
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What Urban Decay Hi-Fi Shine Ultra Lip Gloss is made of, ingredients and materials
Urban Decay Hi-Fi Shine Ultra Cushion Lip Gloss is a silicone-based cosmetic gloss formulated for long wear and water resistance. The 'waterproofing agents' are not specified on packaging or brand materials, which is the core concern, waterproof cosmetics often rely on fluorinated compounds (PFAS) or heavy silicone polymers to create water barriers. The cushion texture suggests a soft, film-forming polymer base designed to adhere and resist moisture, typical of modern long-wear lip products.
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.
Waterproof / stain-resistant treatment
Water-repellent coating treatments have historically used PFAS.
PFAS
Waterproof cosmetics in this price tier and format typically contain fluorinated compounds or Teflon-type coating-related polymers; Urban Decay provides no ingredient breakdown for the waterproofing mechanism, and PFAS grade of 30/100 reflects this opacity.
Source, ATSDR ↗Fragrance allergens and undisclosed fragrance components
Lip glosses often contain fragrance blends listed simply as 'fragrance' or 'parfum' under US law, masking individual sensitizing agents. Hi-Fi Shine products are noted for scent; individuals with fragrance sensitivity or lip reactivity may experience irritation.
Heavy metals
While FDA-approved colorants have heavy metal limits, lip products with synthetic dyes carry theoretical risk of cadmium or lead impurities, especially in bright shades. No specific analysis of this product exists in public records.
Source, FDA ↗Microplastic shedding from polymer film
The silicone-polymer base creates a film that can flake or shed with rubbing, eating, or drinking. Ingested microparticles are incompletely understood but represent a chronic exposure route unique to lip products.
What’s reassuring
Talc contamination (if present)
Modern formulations rarely use talc; silicone-based glosses are talc-free by design. No recall or report suggests talc in this product, but ingredient list does not explicitly exclude it.
How is this PFAS grade calculated?
The brand's record and disclosure
Urban Decay (owned by Estee Lauder) does not publicly commit to PFAS phase-out or ingredient transparency beyond standard FDA cosmetic disclosure. The brand has no known certifications for clean beauty or fluorine-free formulation. No recalls or regulatory action specific to this product line have been established in public records. Urban Decay's silence on waterproofing chemistry is consistent with industry-wide avoidance of PFAS labeling, even when present.
How it compares in its category
This product positions itself in the premium long-wear lip gloss segment, competing with brands like MAC Fix+ and Fenty Beauty. Most products in this tier do not disclose fluorine content despite waterproof claims. Brands with explicit PFAS-free commitments (e.g., Beautycounter, 100% Pure) are rare in the glossy, waterproof category, making transparency the key differentiator rather than the exception here.
If you buy it
Apply minimally and avoid ingestion, especially in children under 12 (who have higher hand-to-mouth contact and lower detoxification capacity). Do not heat the product or expose to direct sunlight for extended periods, as silicone polymers can degrade. Replace every 12-18 months; discard if separation, discoloration, or rancid smell appears. Store in a cool, dry place away from extreme temperatures.
What is not known about PFAS in this product?
- Basis
- Model estimate, 45% 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.
What are the PFAS-free alternatives to Urban Decay Hi-Fi Shine Ultra Cushion Lip Gloss?
- Glycerin, silicones, pigments, film-formers (typical liquid cosmetic gloss)
- We found no PFAS statement from the brand
- Fragrance allergens and undisclosed components
- Liquid lipstick, likely pigments, oils, and waxes
- Fragrance allergens or sensitizers
- Natural waxes and oils (beeswax, plant oils, pigments)
- Lead
3 hazards checked on this product, all on its full breakdown.
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