


PFAS, per- or polyfluoroalkyl substances, are a harmful class of chemicals widely used in consumer and industrial products such as teflon, non-stick coatings, and water resistant packaging. However, a new study has revealed that over 50% of sampled cosmetic products contained high levels of harmful PFAS ingredients.

These products are often purchased without a second thought regarding their safety, and even those of us who do read through ingredient lists will often find no references to harmful chemicals on the labels of our cosmetic products. Applying makeup is a daily activity for millions of Americans.
