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  1. Potential Contaminants in Cosmetics

FDA's Testing of Cosmetics for Arsenic, Cadmium, Chromium, Cobalt, Lead, Mercury, and Nickel Content

Limiting Lead in Lipstick and Other Cosmetics

Consumers have asked about "heavy metals" and "toxic metals" in cosmetics. FDA has surveyed a variety of cosmetics on the market, testing for arsenic, cadmium, chromium, cobalt, lead, mercury, and nickel.

Below is information on why we conducted these surveys, what we looked for, how we conducted the surveys, what we learned, and next steps. We’ve also provided background on related regulations and minimizing impurities in cosmetics.

Why FDA conducts surveys of cosmetics on the market

Surveys are an important way for FDA to learn about cosmetics on the market. Here’s why:

Under U.S. law, cosmetic products and ingredients, other than color additives, do not need FDA approval before they go on the market. Cosmetics must be safe for consumers when used according to directions on the label, or in the customary or expected way. But cosmetic companies do not have to share their safety data or file their product formulations with FDA.

FDA can take action against unsafe cosmetics on the market, but we need to base that action on reliable information. Surveys of cosmetics on the market help us find out whether there are problems requiring FDA action to protect public health. 

To learn more, see "How FDA Evaluates Regulated Products: Cosmetics."

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Heavy metals selected for our surveys

Arsenic, cadmium, chromium, cobalt, lead, mercury, and nickel are elements that are present naturally in the earth. They are among a group of substances commonly referred to as "heavy metals."

Depending on factors such as how we are exposed to them, how often, how long, and in what amounts, heavy metals such as arsenic, cadmium, lead, and mercury can be toxic. Or, in the case of nickel, cobalt, and chromium, people can become sensitive to them. FDA wanted to see if these substances were present in cosmetics, and to what extent.

FDA has previously analyzed lipsticks for lead content. To learn about our findings, see "Limiting Lead in Lipstick and Other Cosmetics." In addition to testing for lead in lipstick, we wanted to look at different kinds of cosmetics and additional heavy metals as part of our efforts to monitor the safety of these products.

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How we conducted these surveys

FDA conducted two surveys to look for arsenic, cadmium, chromium, cobalt, lead, mercury, and nickel in cosmetics. Our strategy was to cover a wide variety of cosmetic products and a broad price range. We chose products mainly by market share, but we also chose some from "niche" markets.

For our first survey, completed in March 2012, we selected 150 products. These included eye shadows, blushes, lipsticks, lotions, mascaras, foundations, body powders, compact powders, shaving creams, and face paints.

FDA contracted with Frontier Global Sciences, Inc. of Seattle, Washington to do the analyses for this survey. The contractor used an FDA-validated total dissolution method, using hydrofluoric acid. To learn more about the FDA-validated method used for our first survey, see our article, "Survey of Cosmetics for Arsenic, Cadmium, Chromium, Cobalt, Lead, Mercury, and Nickel Content," published in the Journal of Cosmetic Science (vol. 65, May/June 2014), a peer-review journal.

Our aim for our second survey, completed in February 2013, was to expand on what we learned in the first survey. We focused on eye shadows, blushes, powders, and lipsticks--the product categories where we had found trace amounts of "heavy metals" in the first survey—as well as a broader sample of lotions. We selected 234 cosmetic products. Of these, 119 had been included in the first survey.

We contracted with Environmental Monitoring and Technologies, Inc. of Morton Grove, Illinois for the second survey. This contractor used a more common extraction method with chemicals that are not as strong as hydrofluoric acid and are easier to handle.

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What we learned

The amounts of arsenic, cadmium, chromium, cobalt, lead, mercury, and nickel that we found were for the most part very small. We currently do not have information indicating that the amounts we found would pose a health risk.

The FDA-validated method used in the first survey always gave values equal to or higher than the values obtained with the method used in the second survey. Both surveys showed that products such as eye shadows, blushes, and compact powders contained more heavy metals than other types of cosmetics. This suggests that most of these substances in cosmetics come from minerals used as pigments and as fillers, such as clay and talc. We would not expect heavy metals bound up in minerals to be absorbed through the skin. 

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Limits on the amounts of these substances in cosmetics

If a cosmetic is unsafe when people use it according to directions on the label or in the customary way, FDA can take action against it, even if it doesn’t contain an ingredient or impurity that is prohibited or restricted by FDA regulations.

FDA regulations and guidance do, however, address some heavy metals as cosmetic ingredients or impurities:

Mercury in cosmetics: Mercury compounds are allowed in cosmetics only as preservatives in eye area products. They may be used only in a very small amount—the mercury must not be more than 65 parts per million (ppm) in the finished product—and only if no other effective and safe preservative is available. We have not found any eye area cosmetic products currently on the market that contain these preservatives.

Mercury is not allowed in any other cosmetic products except in a trace amount of less than 1 ppm and only if its presence is unavoidable under good manufacturing practice (GMP) (see 21 CFR 700.13).

Lead in cosmetics:  FDA has published draft guidance for industry that recommends a maximum level of 10 ppm for lead as an impurity in cosmetics. This guidance applies to cosmetic lip products (such as lipsticks, lip glosses, and lip liners) and externally applied cosmetics (such as eye shadows, blushes, shampoos, and body lotions) marketed in the United States. To learn more, see "Lead in Cosmetic Lip Products and Externally Applied Cosmetics: Recommended Maximum Level—Guidance for Industry."

On October 29, 2018, the FDA published the final rule to amend the color additive regulations to no longer provide for the use of lead acetate in cosmetics intended for coloring hair on the scalp. See “FDA to Repeal Color Additive Approval for the Use of Lead Acetate in Hair Dyes” and "Lead Acetate in 'Progressive' Hair Dye Products."

Arsenic, lead, and mercury in color additives: Unlike other cosmetic ingredients, color additives must have FDA approval for their intended uses. They also must meet the requirements of the color additive regulations. These include limits on heavy metal impurities. FDA sets these limits based on factors such as how the color additive will be used and in what amounts.

Typically, these are the limits for color additives used in cosmetics:

  • Arsenic: Not more than 3 ppm
  • Lead: Not more than 20 ppm 
  • Mercury: Not more than 1 ppm

Chromium: Chromium hydroxide green and chromium oxide greens are both permitted for use as color additives in externally applied cosmetics, including use in the eye area, in amounts consistent with GMP. Cosmetics marketed to consumers must have a list of ingredients, including color additives, on their labels.

There is no regulation that limits the use of chromium in cosmetics, although the listing regulation for the color additive FD&C Blue No. 1 limits chromium as an impurity to 50 ppm. When present as an impurity in a cosmetic, chromium will not be listed on the label. This is why we wanted to learn more about the levels of chromium present in cosmetics, both as an ingredient and as an impurity.

Eleven of the fourteen products with the most chromium of those surveyed had a chromium compound listed on the label as a color additive. This allows someone who is sensitive to chromium to avoid it. However, some products that had a chromium compound listed on the label as a color additive contained less chromium than three products whose labels had no chromium compound listed.

To learn more, see "Color Additives Permitted for Use in Cosmetics" a table with links to the listing regulation for each of these color additives.

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How manufacturers can minimize impurities in cosmetics

Manufacturers can minimize impurities in cosmetics by following good manufacturing practices (GMPs). These include testing ingredients and the finished products to make sure they meet certain manufacturer specifications.

FDA does not have regulations specifying GMPs for cosmetics, but under the law, cosmetics must not be manufactured under conditions that would allow them to become contaminated or harmful (Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act, section 602(c)). 

To learn more, see "Draft Guidance for Industry: Cosmetic Good Manufacturing Practices" and "Product Testing."

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Next steps

As always, FDA will keep up with the latest research related to cosmetic safety. If, based on reliable scientific information, we become aware of a health problem, we will alert the public and take action within our legal authority. To learn more, see "How FDA Evaluates Regulated Products: Cosmetics."

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Tables of Survey Results

The tables below present complete results for all cosmetic products analyzed in our two heavy metal surveys.

Note:

  • "NF" stands for "not found." This means that the amount present, if any, was too small to detect.
  • "TR" stands for "trace." This means the result was between the smallest amount we could detect and the smallest amount we could measure accurately.

Survey 1: Eye Shadows
Survey 1: Blushes
Survey 1: Lipsticks
Survey 1: Lotions
Survey 1: Premium Lotions
Survey 1: Lotions with Sunscreen
Survey 1: Mascaras
Survey 1: Foundations
Survey 1: Body Powders
Survey 1: Compact Powders
Survey 1: Shaving Creams
Survey 1: Face Paints

Survey 1: Eye Shadows
Results are averages, in parts per million (ppm).
Manufacturer
Brand
Product Line
Shade #
Shade
Lot #
Arsenic (ppm)
Cadmium (ppm)
 
Chromium (ppm)
Cobalt (ppm)
Lead (ppm)
Mercury (ppm)
Nickel  (ppm)
Amway
Artistry
Eye Colour
10-9914-D
Eden
OAE
0.47
TR
22000
1.2
2.4
NF
17
Avon
Avon
Super Shock Vivid V401
Pink Reflects
HR01
TR
NF
3.9
1.3
3.1
NF
4.8
Chanel SA
Chanel
Quadra Eye Shadow
32
Lilium
3701
0.30
NF
1100
2.7
4.2
NF
13
Clarins SA
Clarins Paris
Mono Couleur
19
Ice Blue
901783
1.2
TR
32
0.64
14
0.0040
9.0
Coty
Rimmel
Colour Rush
005
Chocolatine
8196
1.1
NF
11
1.6
5.9
NF
10
Del Laboratories
NYC New York Color
Smooth Mineral
838B
Black Onyx
LF2887
0.36
TR
12
7.8
2.7
TR
32
Elizabeth Arden
Elizabeth Arden
Color Intrigue
N/A
Blue Smoke
8H11
0.48
TR
5.1
2.4
5.7
TR
9.4
Estee Lauder
Bobbi Brown
Diamond Dust Shadow
1
Pink Metal
AA8
0.63
0.36
8.3
1.8
6.9
0.0075
4.8
Estee Lauder
Clinique
Touch Base For Eyes
10
Canvas
BB0
0.19
NF
2.0
0.35
0.050
NF
0.91
Estee Lauder
Estee Lauder
Pure Color EyeShadow
14
Plum Pop
A58
0.36
NF
12
3.7
0.66
0.040
8.2
Estee Lauder
MAC
Make Up Color
5
Multi
n/a
0.78
NF
7.7
1.6
6.5
0.0080
3.1
Estee Lauder
Origins
Wear With All
2
Toast
A33
0.25
NF
11
5.3
0.77
0.030
42
Estee Lauder
Prescriptives
Moonbeam
3
Heavenly Violet
AA4
0.24
NF
4.5
0.88
4.7
TR
2.5
Jafra Cosmetics
Jafra
Powder Eyeshadow Duo
880
Metal Bronze/Emerald Green
MX8212
0.79
TR
3500
2.9
7.5
0.015
16
Jane & Co
Jane
Eye Zing
2
Shrinking Violet
A51
1.7
TR
350
64
2.1
TR
1600
Johnson Publishing
Fashion Fair
Eye Shadow
5128
Amethyst
1A1
0.29
NF
40
13
4.2
TR
18
L'Oreal USA
Lancome
Color Focus Self-Select
n/a
Honeymoon,
Floralesque, 4Dreaming, & Lézard
7C088
0.65
0.14
15
8.1
3.9
TR
20
L'Oreal USA
L'Oreal
Wear Infinité
510
Plum Royale
WE339
0.62
NF
8.5
7.9
4.4
0.0010
16
L'Oreal USA
Maybelline
Stylish Smokes
02Q
Natural Smokes
5OH201
0.36
0.070
18
5.6
5.0
NF
16
LVMH
BeneFit
Lust Duster
GL18
Gogo Girl
8L1B
0.33
NF
16
0.94
3.9
0.020
12
LVMH
Christian Dior
5-Couleurs
310
Color Bouquet
1K07
0.69
TR
420
4.9
8.6
0.0085
10
Markwins Int’l
Wet n Wild
Starry EyeSlicks
33379
Stardust
903601
0.41
NF
7.4
2.4
3.4
0.010
8.8
Mary Kay
Mary Kay
Mineral Eye Color
030106
Peacock Blue
VD06
0.62
NF
9.6
2.1
3.6
0.0060
7.5
Proctor & Gamble
Cover Girl
Eye Enhancers
100
Firecracker
10731722B0
0.38
TR
3.8
1.9
4.7
0.0070
2.9
Proctor & Gamble
Max Factor
MAXeye Shadow
120
Toast To That Toast
5307U2
0.50
NF
7.7
4.0
3.4
0.0010
9.4
Revlon
Almay
intense i-color
22
Trio For Blues
10250
0.62
NF
18
5.5
4.1
0.0085
15
Revlon
Revlon
ColorStay
352
Lavender Meadow
11074
0.45
NF
21
2.8
5.7
0.030
9.6
Shiseido
Nars
Duo Cream Eyeshadow
2907
Burn It Blue
00DD
0.07
NF
4.7
0.31
2.2
NF
5.0
Shiseido
Shiseido
Petit Shadow
S5
Bronze Gold
BKA
0.26
0.11
6.6
6.8
2.8
0.020
14
Yves Rocher SA
Yves Rocher
Watercolor Effect
51916
Nude
R004
NF
NF
1.1
0.11
0.11
NF
1.3

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Survey 1: Blushes
Results are averages, in parts per million (ppm).
Manufacturer
Brand
Product Line
Shade #
Shade
Lot #
Arsenic (ppm)
Cadmium (ppm)
 
Chromium (ppm)
Cobalt (ppm)
Lead (ppm)
Mercury (ppm)
Nickel  (ppm)
Amway
Artistry
Cheek Color
10-9940-D
Cache
OBC
0.49
TR
18
0.72
1.4
TR
7.3
Avon
Avon
Smooth Minerals
M301
Blushing Mauve
F2599
0.36
NF
4.4
0.96
5.8
0.010
3.9
Bonne Bell
Bonne Bell
Gel Bronze
418
Luminous Glow
G71
TR
NF
1.4
0.13
1.4
NF
0.64
Chanel SA
Chanel
Powder Blush
168001-8
Rose
KK1
0.62
1.2
28
3.1
4.8
0.0075
23
Clarins
Clarins
Powder Blush
30
Cinnamon
603788
0.75
NF
13
3.8
3.3
NF
13
Coty
Rimmel
Powder Blush
32
Plum
7296
0.68
NF
3.9
7.5
2.1
0.0065
14
Del Pharmaceuticals
Sally Hansen
Natural Beauty
1011-25
Plumberry Prune
T355A
0.38
NF
6.0
4.4
2.2
NF
12
Elizabeth Arden
Elizabeth Arden
Pure Finish
N/A
Rosy Glow
N8PZ1
1.1
NF
30
0.59
11
0.010
12
Estee Lauder
Bobbi Brown
Cream Blush Stick
2
Desert Rose
AA7
NF
NF
0.43
1.7
0.51
NF
2.7
Estee Lauder
Clinique
Soft Pressed Powder Blusher
4
Pink Blush
AA9
0.54
TR
9.4
1.3
4.2
TR
6.5
Estee Lauder
Estee Lauder
Signature Silky Powder Blush
76
Radiant Kiss
A80
0.41
0.059
14
1.1
6.4
NF
7.4
Estee Lauder
MAC
Sheertone Shimmer Blush
N/A
Springsheen
A89
0.72
NF
5.4
1.6
5.4
NF
3.1
Estee Lauder
Origins
Pinch Your Cheeks
01
Raspberry
A90
NF
NF
TR
NF
TR
NF
TR
Estee Lauder
Prescriptives
Mystick Swivel
7
Tilt
A49
0.52
NF
3.5
3.8
2.2
NF
5.3
Jane & Co
Jane
Blushing Cheeks
2
Blushing Blossom
307
0.46
TR
11
1.2
3.4
0.0070
4.3
Johnson & Johnson
Neutrogena
Healthy Skin Blends
26
Healthy
3458N
0.34
NF
5.2
3.0
0.60
NF
8.0
Johnson Publishing
Fashion Fair
Beauty Blush
3129
Plum Rich
3500
0.48
TR
18
2.8
2.3
0.0085
16
L'Oreal USA
Lancome
Blush Subtil
8
Brun Roche
CC116
0.87
0.054
52
2.1
14
0.0075
18
L'Oreal USA
L'Oreal Paris
True Match Naturale
460
Nude Beige
50H203
0.33
NF
12
1.1
2.4
NF
6.4
L'Oreal USA
Maybelline
Expert Wear
10
Rose Hush
WC221
0.43
NF
4.7
0.89
4.5
NF
7.3
LVMH
BeneFit
Dandelion
N/A
Dandelion
IB83
1.3
TR
8.7
2.7
3.9
0.0050
15
LVMH
Christian Dior
Diorskin Poudre Shimmer
2
Amber Diamond
0P02
1.0
NF
12
3.0
5.7
TR
13
Markwins
Wet n Wild
Twist Up
726
Brazin' Babe
5066
0.52
NF
6.8
1.7
4.2
NF
7.6
Mary Kay
Mary Kay
Signature
86700
Santa Fe Sun
FT30
1.3
TR
6.4
4.8
10
0.0085
11
Physicians Formula
Physicians Formula
Powder Palette
1440
Fair to Light
10294A
0.46
NF
400
3.8
0.77
0.0010
9.0
Proctor & Gamble
Cover Girl
Classic Color
540
Rose Silk
10761722W0
0.36
0.12
4.6
0.91
3.1
NF
4.1
Revlon
Almay
Smart Shade Blush
20
Natural
10162
TR
NF
1.2
0.22
0.83
NF
0.70
Revlon
Revlon
Cream Blush
15
First Blush
8091
TR
NF
3.0
0.92
1.6
0.0010
2.1
Shiseido
Nars
Blush
4013
Orgasm
OL2
0.44
NF
6.5
1.4
5.4
0.0010
3.9
Shiseido
Shiseido
The Makeup Accentuating Color Stick
S6
Champagne Flush
5DPEZ
TR
NF
3.5
0.28
4.4
NF
1.6

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Survey 1: Lipsticks
Results are averages, in parts per million (ppm).
Manufacturer
Brand
Product Line
Shade #
Shade
Lot #
Arsenic (ppm)
Cadmium (ppm)
 
Chromium (ppm)
Cobalt (ppm)
Lead (ppm)
Mercury (ppm)
Nickel  (ppm)
Amway
Artistry
Lip Colour Sheer
202
Pom Pom
01541LX3
NF
NF
1.6
0.071
0.85
NF
1.1
Avon
Avon
Ultra Color Rich 24K Gold
K201
Golden Raisin
(L) 109
0.17
NF
1.7
0.44
1.2
NF
2.6
Chanel SA
Chanel
Rouge Coco
19
Gabrielle
2202
0.21
NF
1.3
0.18
0.69
NF
0.84
Clarins SA
Clarins
Joli Rouge
725
Pink Earth
1A
TR
NF
1.6
0.25
1.1
NF
2.1
Coty
Rimmel
Lasting Finish
84
Amethyst Shimmer
288
TR
NF
0.91
0.70
2.1
NF
1.8
Del Pharmaceuticals
Sally Hansen
Natural Beauty
1030-58
Soft Red
V045
TR
NF
0.59
0.092
0.72
NF
0.52
Estee Lauder
Bobbi Brown
Lip Color
55
Tulle Brown
A50
NF
NF
0.47
0.88
0.13
NF
1.6
Estee Lauder
Clinique
Almost Lipstick
6
Black Honey
AC0
0.21
NF
0.18
0.022
TR
NF
0.34
Estee Lauder
Estee Lauder
Pure Color
186
Tiger Eye
A55
TR
NF
2.6
0.24
1.6
NF
2.0
Estee Lauder
Mac
Satin Lipstick
N/A
Pink Nouveau
A31
NF
NF
0.88
0.087
0.65
NF
0.42
Estee Lauder
Origins
Bite Your Lips
3
Just Bitten Strawberry
A80
TR
NF
0.23
0.051
0.030
NF
0.66
Estee Lauder
Prescriptives
Modernista
16
B/R Captivate
A54
TR
NF
1.1
0.61
0.69
NF
2.4
Jafra Cosmetics
Jafra
Treatment Lipstick
865
Rare Ruby
600
0.20
NF
1.3
0.10
1.8
NF
0.62
Johnson & Johnson
Neutrogena
Moisture Shine
320
Plum Paradise
3448N
0.22
NF
4.6
2.4
0.83
NF
7.1
Johnson Publishing
Fashion Fair
Lipstick
8050
Cherry Wine
J5
TR
NF
0.35
NF
0.032
NF
0.10
Limited Brands
Victoria's Secret
Tinted Lip Balm
N/A
Peace
802Z
NF
NF
0.62
0.036
0.22
NF
0.55
L'Oreal USA
Lancome
Rouge Sensation
N/A
Red Desire
7A240
TR
NF
1.2
2.0
0.33
NF
2.6
L'Oreal USA
L'Oreal
Endless
800
In the Buff
FF361
0.36
NF
14
1.2
1.4
NF
7.6
L'Oreal USA
Maybelline
Color Sensational
710
Rose Glimmer
206501
TR
NF
1.4
0.23
1.3
NF
1.1
LVMH
Benefit
Full Finish
LP86
Lana
1O1A
TR
NF
0.57
3.9
0.42
NF
6.2
LVMH
Christian Dior
Smoothing Matte
998
Rouge Accent
789L
TR
NF
5.2
1.4
0.15
NF
6.8
Markwins Intl
Wet n Wild
Fantasy Makers
11142
Geisha's Kiss
813801
TR
NF
4.0
0.26
0.87
NF
6.6
Mary Kay
Mary Kay
Creme lipstick
022850
Red
TM29
TR
NF
2.0
2.8
0.42
0.010
5.0
Proctor & Gamble
Cover Girl
Continuous Color
425
Vintage Wine
1070
TR
NF
3.0
0.64
0.81
NF
2.3
Revlon
Almay
Almay Ideal
240
Plum
08114
086724-16
TR
NF
1.9
1.1
1.5
NF
1.8
Revlon
Revlon
Moon Drops
704
Peach Silk
10259
NF
NF
0.27
0.037
0.27
NF
0.18
Shiseido
NARS
Lipstick
1028
Dolce Vita
1LAW
0.35
NF
2.4
0.49
0.97
NF
0.99
Shiseido
NARS
Lipstick
1005
Red Lizard
0VIW
0.42
NF
19
2.2
3.4
TR
6.7
Shiseido
Shiseido
Perfect Rouge
RD 722
Glowing Matte
FTB5
0.49
TR
4.9
0.45
3.1
NF
1.8

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Survey 1: Lotions
Results are averages, in parts per million (ppm).
Manufacturer
Brand
Product Line
Shade #
Shade
Lot #
Arsenic (ppm)
Cadmium (ppm)
 
Chromium (ppm)
Cobalt (ppm)
Lead (ppm)
Mercury (ppm)
Nickel  (ppm)
Beirsdorf
Nivea
Essentially Enriched Daily Lotion
N/A
N/A
11020660
TR
NF
NF
NF
NF
NF
TR
Johnson & Johnson
Aveeno
Active Naturals Daily Moisturizing Lotion
N/A
N/A
0401LK
TR
NF
TR
NF
NF
NF
0.37
Kao Brands
Jergens
Ultra Healing Extra Dry Skin Moisturizer
N/A
N/A
50A1038
0.19
NF
NF
NF
NF
NF
TR
Limited Brands
Bath & Body Works
Japanese Cherry Blossom
Body Lotion Signature Collection
N/A
N/A
1083B4A1
TR
NF
TR
NF
NF
NF
TR
Unilever
Vaseline
Intensive Rescue Repairing Moisture
N/A
N/A
10250PP44
TR
NF
TR
TR
0.040
NF
TR

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Survey 1: Premium Lotions
Results are averages, in parts per million (ppm).
Manufacturer
Brand
Product Line
Shade #
Shade
Lot #
Arsenic (ppm)
Cadmium (ppm)
 
Chromium (ppm)
Cobalt (ppm)
Lead (ppm)
Mercury (ppm)
Nickel  (ppm)
Chanel SA
Chanel Precision
Body Excellence Nourishing and Rejuvenating Hand Cream
N/A
N/A
3903
TR
NF
TR
0.11
NF
NF
TR
Clarins SA
Clarins Paris
Moisture Rich Body Lotion
N/A
N/A
812104
TR
NF
TR
NF
NF
NF
TR
Estee Lauder
Clinique
Dramatically Different Moisturizing Lotion
N/A
N/A
Q11
TR
NF
NF
NF
NF
NF
TR
L'Oreal USA
Lancome Paris
Nutrix Crème Nourrissante Soothing Treatment Crème
N/A
N/A
18H700
0.20
NF
TR
NF
TR
NF
TR
Shiseido
Shiseido
The Skincare Day Moisture Protection Enriched (SPF 15)
N/A
N/A
(No lot #)
TR
NF
TR
0.024
0.080
NF
TR

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Survey 1: Lotions with Sunscreen
Results are averages, in parts per million (ppm).
Manufacturer
Brand
Product Line
Shade #
Shade
Lot #
Arsenic (ppm)
Cadmium (ppm)
 
Chromium (ppm)
Cobalt (ppm)
Lead (ppm)
Mercury (ppm)
Nickel  (ppm)
Energizer Holdings
Banana Boat
Sport Performance SPF 50
N/A
N/A
09118UC
TR
NF
TR
0.040
NF
NF
NF
Johnson & Johnson
Aveeno
Active Naturals Ultra-Calming Daily Moisturizer SPF 15
N/A
N/A
0061C
TR
NF
TR
NF
NF
NF
TR
Neutrogena
Neutrogena
Age Shield Face Sunblock Lotion SPF 90
N/A
N/A
1300C
TR
NF
TR
0.045
0.10
NF
TR
Schering Plough
Coppertone
Sport High Performance SPF 30
N/A
N/A
29488-BF
TR
NF
TR
NF
NF
NF
TR
Solar Cosmetics Labs
No-Ad
Sunblock Lotion SPF 15
N/A
N/A
NE11104
TR
NF
TR
TR
NF
NF
NF

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Survey 1: Mascaras
Results are averages, in parts per million (ppm).
Manufacturer
Brand
Product Line
Shade #
Shade
Lot #
Arsenic (ppm)
Cadmium (ppm)
 
Chromium (ppm)
Cobalt (ppm)
Lead (ppm)
Mercury (ppm)
Nickel  (ppm)
Chanel SA
Chanel
Inimitable
10
Noir Black
3701
TR
NF
1.4
1.5
0.070
NF
0.84
Coty
Rimmel
Eye Magnifier
3
Extreme Black
8059
TR
NF
5.4
1.9
TR
NF
11
Del Laboratories
NYC New York Color
Lengthening Mascara
852A
Brownish Black
M4617
0.16
NF
0.37
4.5
0.14
NF
4.6
Estee Lauder
Clinique
High Impact Mascara
2
Black/Brown
AAO
0.18
NF
5.8
2.1
0.080
NF
3.9
L'Oreal USA
Maybelline
Lash Stylist
605
Soft Black
WB 286
TR
NF
0.26
12
0.060
NF
12
LVMH
Benefit
BADgal
N/A
Plum
0N01
0.34
NF
0.91
0.38
0.41
0.060
0.50
Markwins International
Wet n Wild
Megalash Clinical Mascara
C643
Very Black
31701
TR
NF
2.0
1.2
0.36
TR
1.7
Proctor & Gamble
Cover Girl
LashBlast Length
800
Very Black
11172
0.35
NF
0.34
0.83
0.10
TR
2.0
Revlon
Revlon
Grow Luscious By Fabulash
1
Blackest Black
11156
0.20
NF
1.1
3.5
0.060
NF
2.6
Shiseido
Shiseido
Perfect Mascara
BK901
Black
VTTR
0.21
NF
0.71
0.15
TR
NF
0.80

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Survey 1: Foundations
Results are averages, in parts per million (ppm).
Manufacturer
Brand
Product Line
Shade #
Shade
Lot #
Arsenic (ppm)
Cadmium (ppm)
 
Chromium (ppm)
Cobalt (ppm)
Lead (ppm)
Mercury (ppm)
Nickel  (ppm)
Chanel SA
Chanel
Teint Innocence Natural Luminous Fluid Makeup
42
Petale
1301
0.31
NF
4.5
0.34
0.46
NF
1.6
Estee Lauder
Clinique
Even Better Makeup
6
Honey
A41
TR
NF
1.6
0.34
0.80
NF
0.96
Johnson Publishing
Fashion Fair
Perfect Finish Souffle Makeup
Y22
Brown Sugar
K1
0.20
NF
3.5
2.5
0.70
NF
5.8
Johnson & Johnson
Neutrogena
Healthy Skin Liquid Makeup
30
Buff
0731J
0.19
NF
0.46
0.16
0.16
NF
0.56
L'Oreal USA
L'Oreal Paris
True-Match
Super Blendable Makeup
W8
Crème Café
FY309
TR
NF
5.0
0.46
1.0
TR
0.73
LVMH
BeneFit
You Rebel
Lite
N/A
N/A
1A1B
TR
NF
0.58
0.60
0.28
NF
1.3
Physician's Formula
Physician's Formula
Mineral Wear Mineral Foundation
2711
Classic Beige
07004A
0.40
TR
2.4
1.1
0.82
TR
1.8
Proctor & Gamble
Cover Girl
Natureluxe Liquid Silk Foundation
305
Alabaster
1165172200
TR
NF
0.50
0.49
0.26
NF
0.99
Revlon
Revlon
Photo Ready Makeup
4
Nude
972
0.16
TR
1.4
1.2
1.2
NF
3.4
Shiseido
Nars
Sheer Glow Foundation
6043
Medium1
Punjab Sheer Glow
1NCDA
TR
NF
3.1
0.43
0.69
0.0010
1.1

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Survey 1: Body Powders
Results are averages, in parts per million (ppm).
Manufacturer
Brand
Product Line
Shade #
Shade
Lot #
Arsenic (ppm)
Cadmium (ppm)
 
Chromium (ppm)
Cobalt (ppm)
Lead (ppm)
Mercury (ppm)
Nickel  (ppm)
Burt's Bees
Burt's Bees
Burt's Bees
Baby Bee Dusting Powder
N/A
N/A
N1811101
0.80
NF
0.29
0.073
0.56
NF
0.22
Johnson & Johnson
Johnson & Johnson
Johnson's Baby Pure Cornstarch Powder
N/A
N/A
1301RB
TR
NF
TR
NF
NF
NF
TR
Johnson & Johnson
Shower to Shower
Shower To Shower Original Fresh Absorbent Body Powder
N/A
N/A
0961RC
TR
NF
1.9
1.1
0.11
NF
1.6
Paul Sebastian
Paul Sebastian
Design By Paul Sebastian Luxury Body Powder
N/A
N/A
OLA1
0.35
NF
1.7
1.6
0.21
NF
3.8
Revlon
Jean Nate
Jean Nate Silkening Body Powder
N/A
N/A
11124
0.29
NF
3.9
1.4
1.5
NF
4.6

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Survey 1: Compact Powders
Results are averages, in parts per million (ppm).
Manufacturer
Brand
Product Line
Shade #
Shade
Lot #
Arsenic (ppm)
Cadmium (ppm)
 
Chromium (ppm)
Cobalt (ppm)
Lead (ppm)
Mercury (ppm)
Nickel  (ppm)
Estee Lauder
Clinique
Stay Matte Sheer Pressed Powder
21
Stay Sienna
A20
0.65
0.072
4.8
14
1.6
NF
28
Johnson & Johnson
Neutrogena
Healthy Skin Blends Translucent Oil Control Powder
10
Clean
0331N
0.34
NF
4.7
3.0
0.36
NF
8.7
L'Oreal USA
Maybelline
Dream Matte Powder
0-1
Latte Dark
WE350
0.59
NF
16
4.4
6.8
0.0040
12
Proctor & Gamble
Cover Girl
Smoothers
Aquasmooth Make-up
740
Natural Beige
91671722WO
0.28
NF
1.4
1.8
2.0
NF
3.9
Revlon
Revlon
Color Stay
Mineral Finishing Powder
010
Brighten
RC 10179
0.66
NF
11
0.82
7.8
NF
6.0

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Survey 1: Shaving Creams
Results are averages, in parts per million (ppm).
Manufacturer
Brand
Product Line
Shade #
Shade
Lot #
Arsenic (ppm)
Cadmium (ppm)
 
Chromium (ppm)
Cobalt (ppm)
Lead (ppm)
Mercury (ppm)
Nickel  (ppm)
 
Edge
Edge Advanced
N/A
N/A
E324
606391 0530 66
NF
NF
NF
NF
TR
NF
TR
Neutrogena
Neutrogena
Razor Defense
N/A
N/A
1199R
NF
NF
TR
NF
TR
NF
0.13
Perio Inc
Barbasol
Barbasol Beard Buster Original
N/A
N/A
BL11063-02
TR
NF
TR
NF
NF
NF
NF
Proctor & Gamble
Gillette
Foamy
N/A
N/A
11248323A
1
TR
NF
0.21
NF
TR
NF
TR
Proctor & Gamble
Gillette
Fusion
Hydra-Gel
N/A
N/A
11878323D
2
NF
NF
0.50
NF
TR
NF
NF

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Survey 1: Face Paints
Results are averages, in parts per million (ppm).
Manufacturer
Brand
Product Line
Shade #
Shade
Lot #
Arsenic (ppm)
Cadmium (ppm)
 
Chromium (ppm)
Cobalt (ppm)
Lead (ppm)
Mercury (ppm)
Nickel  (ppm)
Alex
Alex
Face Paint Studio
multi
24910-P002307
0.31
NF
2.2
0.16
1.9
NF
0.50
Ben Nye Co.
Ben Nye
Vampire Kit
HK-1
Palette: 9082
Base: 8G03
0.24
NF
39
10
0.80
NF
24
Clarence J Venne LLC
Crafty Dab
Face Paint Crayons
Multi
Bright
No lot #
1.4
TR
1.3
0.12
1.4
TR
0.64
CSS Industries
Don Post Studios
Primary Color Tower
multi
N/A
C01
0.25
NF
14
0.53
0.49
NF
2.7
Graftobian Ltd.
Graftobian
Disguise Stix
N/A
multi
No lot #
0.22
NF
15000
1.8
0.35
TR
12
Kryolan
Kryolan
Aquacolor Professional Face Painting
N/A
1106
Ch.-B:9941057
0.42
NF
3.1
0.66
0.35
TR
3.4
Mehron
Mehron
Fantasy F-X
Red
AZ1301
TR
NF
0.26
0.092
0.39
TR
0.17
Palmer Paint Products
Palmer
Witches, Ghouls & Goblins Face Paint
N/A
Item #189206
No lot #
0.21
0.018
0.51
0.20
0.31
NF
0.50
Snazaroo
Snazaroo
The Sparkle Collection
N/A
multi
U070904
0.49
NF
4.2
0.52
4.0
NF
1.9
TAG
TAG
Body Art
 
 
Face and Body Paint
N3204
Neon Blue
11
0.55
0.15
1.3
0.096
0.24
0.0040
0.60

Survey 2: Eye Shadows
Survey 2: Blushes
Survey 2: Lipsticks
Survey 2: Powders
Survey 2: Lotions

Survey 2: Eye Shadows
Results are averages, in parts per million (ppm).
Manufacturer
Brand
Product Line
Shade #
Shade
Lot #
Arsenic (ppm)
Cadmium (ppm)
 
Chromium (ppm)
Cobalt (ppm)
Lead (ppm)
Mercury (ppm)
Nickel  (ppm)
Bare Escentuals
Bare Escentuals
Buxom Color Choreography Eyeshadow
161
Collie
1G1
NF
NF
NF
TR
TR
NF
TR
Chanel
Chanel
Ombre Essentielle
57
Coconut
901
NF
NF
NF
NF
NF
TR
NF
Coty
Rimmel
Glam Eyes Eyeshadow
750
Tempting
1158
NF
NF
NF
TR
TR
NF
TR
Coty
New York Color
Individualeyes
Custom Compact
940
Central Park
2233
NF
NF
NF
TR
TR
TR
TR
Coty
CK One
Powder Eyeshadow
Quad
100
Nymphete
NF
NF
NF
2.6
TR
NF
7.0
Elizabeth Arden
Elizabeth Arden
Eyeshadow Quad
186545
Sueded Browns
2074
NF
NF
NF
4.3
TR
TR
10
Estee Lauder
Estee Lauder
Eyeshadow Duo
11
Shells
KB1
NF
NF
NF
TR
NF
NF
TR
Estee Lauder
Bobbi Brown
Eye Shadow
25
Ivy
E25T25
NF
NF
NF
9.9
8.7
NF
60
Estee Lauder
Mac
Metal-X Cream Shadow
A91
Rusty
A91
NF
NF
NF
TR
TR
NF
13
Estee Lauder
Smashbox
Eyeshadow Palette
19092A
Majesty
T9092A
NF
NF
NF
9.1
6.7
NF
22
Johnson Publishing
Fashion Fair
Eyeshadow
5117
Vibrant
51177OZ
NF
NF
190
TR
TR
TR
TR
Laura Geller
Laura Geller
Baked Marble Eyeshadow
11004359
Amethyst/Starburst
110043539
NF
NF
NF
TR
TR
NF
5.3
Limited Brands
Victoria's Secret
Silky Eyeshadow Duo
-
Rendevous
5
NF
NF
NF
TR
TR
NF
TR
L'Oreal
L'Oreal
Studio Secrets Professional Color Smokes
236 Cobalt Smokes
50J101
NF
NF
NF
2.1
NF
NF
TR
LVMH
Dior
1 Couleur Eyeshadow
86
Flash Black
9V02
NF
NF
NF
5.0
9.4
NF
28
LVMH
BeneFit
Velvet Eyeshadow
9V01
Buckle Bunny
9V01
NF
NF
NF
4.0
TR
NF
8.9
LVMH
Make Up For Ever
Cream Eyeshadow
 28601
Aqua Black
QA41A
NF
NF
NF
2.8
9.4
TR
5.4
Maybelline
Maybelline
Eye Studio Color Tattoo 
40
Tenacious Teal
56J800
NF
NF
TR
TR
NF
NF
NF
Markwins
Wet n Wild
Colorion Eyeshadow
333 I
Got Good Jeans
NF
NF
NF
TR
NF
NF
4.9
Proctor and Gamble
Cover Girl
Eye Enhancers 1-Kit Shadow
500 Aqua Paradise
99699422
NF
NF
13
NF
TR
NF
TR
Revlon
Revlon
Colorstay
520
Brazen
12192
NF
NF
NF
3.1
TR
NF
7.0
Shiseido
Shiseido
Luminizing Satin Eye Color Trip
VI308
Boquet
10736
NF
NF
NF
TR
TR
NF
NF
Sonia Kashuk
Sonia Kashuk
Eyeshadow Quad
7
Purple Haze
1221
NF
TR
6.2
TR
NF
NF
TR

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Survey 2: Blushes
Results are averages, in parts per million (ppm).
Manufacturer
Brand
Product Line
Shade #
Shade
Lot #
Arsenic (ppm)
Cadmium (ppm)
 
Chromium (ppm)
Cobalt (ppm)
Lead (ppm)
Mercury (ppm)
Nickel  (ppm)
Bare Escentuals
bareMinerals
Blush
0H1
Avant-Garden
0H1
TR
TR
TR
TR
TR
TR
TR
Chanel
Chanel
Joules Contraste Powder Blush
55
In Love
2401
NF
NF
NF
TR
NF
NF
TR
Coty
Rimmel
Lasting Finish Blush
8
Spring Flower
251
NF
NF
NF
TR
TR
NF
TR
Elizabeth Arden
Elizabeth Arden
Cream Blush
 4
Plum
K1CA1
NF
NF
NF
NF
TR
NF
TR
Estee Lauder
Estee Lauder
Pure Color Blush
13, 23. 04
Alluring Rose, Audacious Plum, Exotic Pink
K32
NF
TR
NF
NF
TR
NF
TR
Estee Lauder
MAC
Sheertone Shimmer Blush
A89
Trace Gold
A89
NF
TR
NF
TR
TR
NF
TR
Estee Lauder
Bobbi Brown
Blush
9
Pale Pink
A52
NF
NF
TR
NF
NF
NF
TR
Estee Lauder
Smashbox
Blush Rush
 A91
Flush
A91
NF
TR
TR
TR
TR
TR
TR
Johnson Publishing
Fashion Fair
Blush
3037
Plum Cool
3037-75Z
NF
NF
71
8.3
5.0
NF
25
Limited Brands
Victoria's Secret
Radiant Face Trio Blush
0242Z1A1
Love Glow
024221A1
NF
TR
TR
TR
NF
TR
TR
L'Oreal
L'Oreal
True Match Powder
W3-4
Barely Blushing
50J800
NF
NF
NF
TR
TR
TR
TR
LVMH
BeneFit
Hervana
2902

 
2502
NF
TR
TR
TR
NF
NF
TR
LVMH
Dior
Healthy Glow Blush
1 Rosy Glow

 
NF
NF
NF
NF
TR
NF
NF
LVMH
Make Up For Ever
Sculpting Powder Blush
28
Brown Brick
MG10A
NF
TR
TR
TR
NF
NF
TR
Proctor and Gamble
Cover Girl
Cheekers Blush
183
Natural Twinkle

 
NF
TR
NF
NF
TR
NF
TR
Revlon
Revlon
Photoready Cream Blush
 300
Coral Reed

 
NF
NF
NF
NF
NF
NF
TR
Shiseido
Shiseido
Luminizing Satin Face Color
103
RD
DXR2
NF
TR
NF
NF
TR
NF
TR

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Survey 2: Lipsticks
Results are averages, in parts per million (ppm).
Manufacturer
Brand
Product Line
Shade #
Shade
Lot #
Arsenic (ppm)
Cadmium (ppm)
 
Chromium (ppm)
Cobalt (ppm)
Lead (ppm)
Mercury (ppm)
Nickel  (ppm)
Amway
Artistry
Lip Color Crème
249
BonBon
606
NF
NF
6.2
NF
NF
NF
NF
Arbonne Cosmetics
Arbonne
Lipstick
512
Dollhouse Pink

 
NF
NF
NF
NF
NF
NF
NF
Bare Escentuals
Bare Escentuals
100% Natural Lipcolor
8003
Chocolate Souffle

 
NF
TR
NF
NF
TR
NF
TR
Chanel
Chanel
Rouge Allure
76
Captive

 
NF
NF
TR
NF
NF
TR
TR
Clarins
Clarins
Joli Rouge Brillant
5
Papaya
102205
NF
NF
NF
NF
NF
NF
NF
Clinique
Clinique
Long Lasting Lipstick
A22
Bamboo Pink
A22
NF
NF
NF
NF
NF
NF
NF
Coty
Rimmel
Lasting Finish
22
Nostalgia

 
NF
NF
NF
NF
NF
NF
NF
Elizabeth Arden
Elizabeth Arden
Color Intrigue
14
Dream
207C4XX
NF
NF
TR
NF
NF
NF
TR
Elizabeth Arden
Elizabeth Arden
Ceramide Plump Perfect
27
Perfect Amethyst
9CA
TR
NF
TR
3.0
TR
NF
TR
Estee Lauder
Estee Lauder
Pure Color Lipstick
3
Crystal Pink
A42
NF
NF
NF
NF
NF
NF
TR
Estee Lauder
Mac
Lipstick
A81
Myth
A81
NF
NF
TR
TR
NF
NF
TR
Estee Lauder
Bobbi Brown
Rich Lip Color
12
Beige
1111
NF
NF
NF
TR
NF
NF
TR
Estee Lauder
Smashbox
Be Legendary Lipstick
A61
Primrose
AC1
NF
NF
NF
NF
NF
NF
TR
Johnson Publishing
Fashion Fair
Lipstick
8171
Power
8001-7OZ
NF
NF
TR
NF
NF
TR
TR
L'Oreal
L'Oreal
Colour Riche Le Balm
819
Carmel Comfort
20J601
NF
NF
TR
NF
NF
NF
TR
L'Oreal
L'Oreal Infallible
Le Rouge Lipcolor
814
Forever Frappe

 
NF
NF
8.3
TR
TR
NF
5.5
LVMH
Benefit
Full-Finish Lipstick
 LP82
On The Sly
8E2A
NF
NF
TR
TR
NF
NF
TR
Markwins
Wet n Wild
Lipstick
967
Strawberry

 
NF
NF
NF
NF
NF
NF
NF
Maybelline
Maybelline
Superstay 14 Hour Lipstick
60
Contagious cranberry

 
NF
NF
NF
NF
NF
NF
NF
Milani
Milani
Advanced Lip Color
101
Romantic Rose

 
NF
NF
NF
NF
NF
TR
TR
Neutrogena
Neutrogena
Revitalizing Lip Balm
20
Healthy Blush
0402X
NF
NF
NF
TR
NF
NF
TR
NYX Cosmetics
NYX Cosmetics
Black Label Lipstick
174
Nude

 
NF
TR
TR
TR
TR
NF
TR
Physicians Formula
Physicians Formula
Happy Booster Lipstick
7592
Rose
7592
NF
NF
NF
NF
NF
NF
NF
Prestige Cosmetics
Prestige Cosmetics
Lipstick
CL-82A
Heartbreak

 
NF
NF
NF
NF
NF
NF
TR
Proctor and Gamble
Cover Girl
Lip Perfection
405
Fairytale
2324
NF
NF
NF
NF
NF
NF
NF
Proctor and Gamble
Cover Girl Queen
Lipcolor
Q515
Paint the Town
2242
NF
NF
TR
NF
NF
NF
TR
Revlon
Revlon
Moon drops Lipstick
710
Orange Lip

 
NF
NF
NF
NF
NF
NF
NF
Shiseido
Nars
Pure Matte Lipstick
3513
Valparaiso
2YAW
NF
1.0
TR
NF
NF
NF
TR
Shiseido
Shiseido
Shimmering Rouge
BE702

JTA2
NF
NF
TR
TR
NF
NF
TR
Sonia Kashuk
Sonia Kashuk
Satin Luxe Lip
92
Ruby Rose

 
NF
NF
NF
NF
NF
NF
TR

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Survey 2: Powders
Results are averages, in parts per million (ppm).
Manufacturer
Brand
Product Line
Shade #
Shade
Lot #
Arsenic (ppm)
Cadmium (ppm)
 
Chromium (ppm)
Cobalt (ppm)
Lead (ppm)
Mercury (ppm)
Nickel  (ppm)
Amway
Artistry
Loose Powder
A4872
Medium

 
NF
NF
TR
TR
TR
TR
TR
Bare Escentuals
bareMinerals
Original SPF Foundation
C25
Medium
48564
NF
NF
NF
TR
TR
TR
5.2
Chanel
Chanel
Natural Finish Pressed Powder
70
Beige
1101
NF
TR
NF
TR
TR
NF
TR
Coty
New York Color
Pressed Face Powder
701A
Translucent

 
NF
TR
NF
TR
NF
NF
TR
Elizabeth Arden
Elizabeth Arden
Flawless Finish Pressed Powder
3
Medium
1HA1
NF
TR
NF
TR
NF
NF
TR
Estee Lauder
MAC
Studio Fix Powder 
NC42
 
A10
NF
NF
NF
TR
TR
NF
5.5
Estee Lauder
Bobbi Brown
Brightening Finish Powder
A62
Bright Nude
A63
NF
TR
NF
TR
NF
TR
TR
Estee Lauder
Estee Lauder
Translucent Pressed Powder
2
Light
A41
NF
TR
NF
TR
NF
TR
TR
Estee Lauder
Rimmel
Stay Matte Pressed Powder
1
Transparent
2195
NF
TR
NF
TR
NF
TR
TR
Estee Lauder
Smashbox
Pressed Powder
A72
Light
A72
NF
TR
NF
TR
TR
NF
TR
JA Cosmetics
e.l.f. Studio
HD Loose Face Powder
83331
Sheer
20612
NF
NF
NF
NF
NF
NF
NF
Johnson Publishing
Fashion Fair
Pressed Powder
A204
Dark
3518
NF
NF
NF
TR
NF
NF
5.7
Limited Brands
Victoria's Secret
VS Pro Powder Duo
12MNB1
LoveGlow

 
NF
NF
TR
NF
NF
NF
TR
L'Oreal
L'Oreal
True Match Powder
W3
Nude Beige
5DJ804
NF
TR
NF
TR
NF
NF
TR
LVMH
BeneFit
Hello Flawless Powder Cover-up
2V01
Honey
2V01
NF
NF
NF
TR
NF
NF
TR
LVMH
Make Up For Ever
Compact Shine On
5
 
SB039
NF
NF
NF
TR
NF
NF
TR
LVMH
Dior
DiorSkin Forever Wear
1
Transparent
2V01
NF
NF
NF
TR
NF
NF
TR
Proctor and Gamble
Cover Girl
Clean Sensitive Skin Pressed Powder
205
Ivory

 
NF
TR
TR
TR
NF
NF
TR
Revlon
Revlon
Mineral Finishing Powder
11076
Translucent
11076
NF
TR
NF
TR
TR
TR
TR
Shiseido
Shiseido
Translucent Loose Powder
50077
Transparent
VXUV
NF
NF
NF
NF
NF
NF
TR

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Survey 2: Lotions
Results are averages, in parts per million (ppm).
Manufacturer
Brand
Product Line
Shade #
Shade
Lot #
Arsenic (ppm)
Cadmium (ppm)
 
Chromium (ppm)
Cobalt (ppm)
Lead (ppm)
Mercury (ppm)
Nickel  (ppm)
Bare Escentuals
Bare Escentuals
Purely Nourishing Moisturizer
 
 
WIP3QB
NF
NF
NF
NF
NF
NF
NF
Beirsdorf
Nivea
Express Hydration Lotion
 
 
 23
NF
NF
NF
NF
NF
NF
TR
Biotech
Dermasilk
Skin Perfect
 
 
1201134
NF
NF
NF
NF
NF
NF
TR
Chanel
Chanel
Hydramax
 
 
3701
NF
NF
NF
NF
NF
NF
NF
Clarins
Clarins
Sunscreen Cream High Protection SPF 30
 
 
811090
NF
NF
NF
NF
NF
TR
NF
Dial Corp
Dial
Dial Nutriskin Replenishing Lotion
 
 
BY1B042900
NF
NF
TR
NF
TR
TR
TR
Elizabeth Arden
Elizabeth Arden
Eight Hour Cream
 
 
OPJ1
NF
NF
NF
NF
NF
TR
NF
Energizer Holdings
Banana Boat
Sport Performance Sunscreen SPF 30
 
 
12152HO
NF
NF
NF
NF
NF
TR
NF
Energizer Holdings
Hawaiian Tropic
Shimmer Effect
Coconut Papaya
 After Sun Moisturizer
 
 
120098901
NF
NF
NF
NF
NF
NF
NF
Fashion Fair
Fashion Fair
Oil Free Moisture
 
 
242
NF
NF
NF
NF
NF
NF
NF
Johnson & Johnson
Ambi
Skin Care Essentials Daily Moisturizer
 
 
21
NF
NF
NF
NF
NF
NF
NF
Johnson & Johnson
Aveeno
Active Naturals Daily Moisturising Lotion

  
2412A
NF
NF
NF
NF
NF
TR
TR
Johnson & Johnson
Lubriderm
Mens 3 in 1
 
 
0112C
NF
NF
NF
NF
NF
NF
TR
Johnson & Johnson
Neutrogena
Sensitive Skin Sunscreen Lotion SPF 60
 
 
062C
NF
TR
NF
NF
NF
NF
NF
Limited Brands
Pink
Pink Body Lotion
 
 
2219GPA
NF
NF
NF
NF
NF
NF
NF
Limited Brands
Victoria's Secret
Vs Fantasies Forever Blushing Body Lotion

  
1280B4A1
NF
NF
NF
NF
NF
NF
NF
L'Occitane
L-Occitane
Verbena Hand Lotion
 
 
152H300V0
NF
NF
NF
NF
NF
TR
NF
L'Oreal
L'Oreal
Active Daily Moisturizer
 
 
20J00A
NF
NF
NF
NF
NF
NF
NF
LVMH
BeneFit
You Rebel
 
 
 
2V01
NF
TR
NF
TR
TR
NF
TR
MSD Consumer Care
Bain de Soleil
Ultra Light Orange Cream
 
 
OC4251
NF
NF
NF
NF
NF
TR
NF
MSD Consumer Care
Coppertone
Water Babies Sunscreen SPF 50
 
 
2G5441
NF
TR
NF
NF
NF
TR
NF
Proctor and Gamble
Olay
Ultra Moisture Lotion with Shea Butter
 
 
92253720
NF
NF
NF
TR
NF
NF
TR
Shiseido
Shiseido
Skincare Daily Moisture
 
 
TN449V
NF
NF
NF
NF
NF
NF
NF
Unilever
Dove
Cream Oil Body Lotion
 
 
10051PP10
NF
NF
NF
NF
NF
NF
NF
Unilever
Suave
Naturals Body Lotion
 
 
23
NF
NF
NF
NF
NF
TR
NF
Unilever
Vaseline
Total Moisture Lotion
 
 
10282JV40
NF
NF
NF
NF
NF
TR
NF

 

 
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