Lipstick Recall - is there lead in my lipstick?
Update February 15, 2012: The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has released a report detailing lead levels in hundreds of lipstick brands and colors. Trace levels, which the FDA argues do not pose a risk to wearers, were detected in 400 lipsticks, in ranges of less than 0.026 ppm to 7.19 ppm (parts per million). The average was 1.11 ppm. The US does not define a maximum lead level in lipstick, but maintains the tested levels are safe. Canada, on the other hand, does impose an upper limit, but, at 10 ppm, all the FDA-tested lipsticks would clear this standard. There is no FDA recall of lipsticks at this time. However, you can review those lipsticks that showed trace lead levels in the table below. All tested lipsticks were purchased from retail shops in February 2010 and July 2010.
Sample # | Brand | Parent company | Lipstick Line Number and Color | Lot # | Lead ppm |
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1 | Maybelline | L'Oreal USA | Color Sensational 125 Pink Petal | FF205 | 7.19 |
2 | L'Oreal | L'Oreal USA | Colour Riche 410 Volcanic | FE259 | 7 |
3 | NARS | Shiseido | Semi-Matte 1005 Red Lizard | 0KAW | 4.93 |
4 | Cover Girl Queen Collection | Procter and Gamble | Vibrant Hues Color Q580 Ruby Remix | 9139 | 4.92 |
5 | NARS | Shiseido | Semi-Matte 1009 Funny Face | 9DLW | 4.89 |
6 | L'Oreal | L'Oreal USA | Colour Riche 165 Tickled Pink | FF224 | 4.45 |
7 | L'Oreal | L'Oreal USA | Intensely Moisturizing Lipcolor 748 Heroic | FD306 | 4.41 |
8 | Cover Girl | Procter and Gamble | Continuous Color 025 Warm Brick | 9098 | 4.28 |
9 | Maybelline | L'Oreal USA | Color Sensational 475 Mauve Me | FF201 | 4.23 |
10 | Stargazer | Stargazer | Lipstick 103 | 180808 | 4.12 |
11 | Stargazer | Stargazer | Lipstick 103 | 180808 | 4.06 |
12 | Revlon | Revlon | Matte 009 Fabulous Fig | 8262 | 3.32 |
13 | Sonia Kashuk | Target Corporation | Luxury Lip Color 27 Mauvey | 090464_0511 X564A | 3.12 |
14 | Avon | Avon | Beyond Color 558 Mad For Mauve | AR01 | 3.08 |
15 | L'Oreal | L'Oreal USA | Endless 530 Mauve Amour | FD339 | 2.87 |
16 | Revlon | Revlon | ColorStay 375 Ripened Red | 9040 | 2.84 |
17 | Burt's Bees | Clorox Company | Lip Shimmer Toffee | 1130801 | 2.81 |
18 | Revlon | Revlon | Super Lustrous Pearl 631 Luminous Pink | 9097 | 2.81 |
19 | Sonia Kashuk | Target Corporation | Luxury Lip Color 27 Mauvey | 090464_0511 X564A | 2.8 |
20 | Revlon | Revlon | Super Lustrous Pearl 643 Satin Plum | 8351 | 2.77 |
21 | Cover Girl | Procter and Gamble | Continuous Color 595 Iced Plum | 5353 | 2.74 |
22 | Stargazer | Stargazer | Lipstick 101 | 180808 | 2.71 |
23 | Fashion Fair | Johnson Publishing Company | Forever Matte 8207 Forever Gold | H2 | 2.68 |
24 | Avon | Avon | Beyond Color 541 Uptown Pink Rose | KL9 | 2.59 |
25 | Cover Girl | Procter and Gamble | Continuous Color 035 Smokey Rose | 8261 | 2.56 |
26 | Cover Girl | Procter and Gamble | Incredifull Lipcolor 924 Ripe Raspberry | 8226S1 | 2.52 |
27 | Revlon | Revlon | Renewist 130 Mauvellous | 8043 | 2.52 |
28 | Revlon | Revlon | ColorStay Soft and Smooth 200 Natural Cashmere | 9233 | 2.44 |
29 | Cover Girl | Procter and Gamble | Continuous Color 435 Cherry Brandy | 5258 | 2.42 |
30 | Revlon | Revlon | Renewist 010 Naturally Revealing | 8077 | 2.4 |
31 | Cover Girl | Procter and Gamble | Continuous Color 701 Rosy Wine | 5102 | 2.28 |
32 | Lancome | L'Oreal USA | Color Design Metallic Work It! | 18G101 | 2.28 |
33 | M.A.C | Estee Lauder | Frost Metal Maven | AC9 | 2.28 |
34 | Cover Girl Queen Collection | Procter and Gamble | Vibrant Hues Color Q582 Cherry Bomb | 7290 | 2.27 |
35 | Stargazer | Stargazer | Fantasy Crystal Fuschia | 10306 | 2.27 |
36 | Cover Girl | Procter and Gamble | Continuous Color 575 Really Red | 5251 | 2.26 |
37 | Revlon | Revlon | Renewist 160 Plum Luck | 7339 | 2.25 |
38 | Burt's Bees | Clorox Company | Lip Shimmer Guava | 3000901 | 2.24 |
39 | Revlon | Revlon | ColorStay Soft and Smooth 360 Pink Indulgence | 9141 | 2.24 |
40 | Avon | Avon | Beyond Color 549 Pink Lemonade | KW9 | 2.23 |
41 | Cover Girl Queen Collection | Procter and Gamble | Vibrant Hues Color Q430 Toast Of The Town | 7297 | 2.22 |
42 | Almay | Revlon | Hydracolor 545 Pink Pearl | 9986-20 | 2.21 |
43 | Fashion Fair | Johnson Publishing Company | Finishings 8907 Berry Bourgeois | 8900-70 | 2.18 |
44 | Revlon | Revlon | Matte 006 Really Red | 9259 | 2.12 |
45 | Mary Kay | Mary Kay | Creme 014337 Sheer Blush | MT10 | 2.09 |
46 | Jafra | Jafra Cosmetics International | Ultra Creamy 814 Pure Blush | 9233 | 2.08 |
47 | M.A.C | Estee Lauder | Amplified Creme Show Orchid | AC9 | 2.08 |
48 | Estee Lauder Prescriptives | Estee Lauder | Colorscope Shimmer 24 Apricot Blossom | A97 | 2.07 |
49 | Cover Girl | Procter and Gamble | Continuous Color 565 Rose Cashmere | 9104 | 2 |
50 | Cover Girl | Procter and Gamble | Continuous Color 015 Bronzed Peach | 8345 | 2 |
51 | L'Oreal | L'Oreal USA | Endless 830 Naked Ambition | FD274 | 2 |
52 | Rimmel London | Coty | Lasting Finish 058 Drop Of Sherry | 9056 | 1.98 |
53 | Stargazer | Stargazer | Lipstick 130 | 141207 | 1.98 |
54 | Mary Kay | Mary Kay | Creme 014346 Garnetfrost | RH11 | 1.96 |
55 | Avon | Avon | Beyond Color 557 Cantaloupe | KD91 | 1.95 |
56 | Cover Girl | Procter and Gamble | Continuous Color 565 Rose Cashmere | 9104 | 1.94 |
57 | Maybelline | L'Oreal USA | Color Sensational 335 Get Nutty | FF293 | 1.94 |
58 | Cover Girl Queen Collection | Procter and Gamble | Vibrant Hues Color Q435 Cherrylicious | 7297 | 1.93 |
59 | Cover Girl | Procter and Gamble | Continuous Color 505 Iceblue Pink | 9356 | 1.92 |
60 | Revlon | Revlon | Moon Drops 260 Heather Frost | 2Y1 | 1.91 |
61 | Clarins | Clarins USA | Rouge Appeal 09 Strawberry Smoothie | HC | 1.88 |
62 | Revlon | Revlon | ColorStay Soft and Smooth 225 Pecan Pleasure | 9296 | 1.88 |
63 | Rimmel London | Coty | Lasting Finish 058 Drop Of Sherry | 9056 | 1.88 |
64 | BeneFit | LVMH Perfums and Cosmetics | Pearl LP23 Bold and Beautiful | 3L1A | 1.86 |
65 | Revlon | Revlon | Super Lustrous Pearl 120 Apricot Fantasy | 9154 | 1.85 |
66 | NARS | Shiseido | Shimmer 1021 Venice | 9XAD | 1.84 |
67 | Revlon | Revlon | Super Lustrous Pearl 450 Gentlemen Prefer Pink | 9069 | 1.84 |
68 | Almay | Revlon | Hydracolor 510 Rosewood | 7005 | 1.82 |
69 | Mary Kay | Mary Kay | Creme 014343 Mocha Freeze | MT13 | 1.82 |
70 | Revlon | Revlon | Moon Drops Frost 450 Amethyst Smoke | 9328 | 1.81 |
71 | L'Oreal | L'Oreal USA | Colour Riche 760 Silverstone | FF152 | 1.8 |
72 | Revlon | Revlon | Renewist 060 Perfect Pastel | 7087 | 1.8 |
73 | Estee Lauder | Estee Lauder | Pure Color 116 Candy | AA9 | 1.78 |
74 | Maybelline | L'Oreal USA | Color Sensational 465 Madison Mauve | FF340 | 1.78 |
75 | Cover Girl | Procter and Gamble | Continuous Color 560 Fabulous Fuchsia | 9264 | 1.76 |
76 | Elizabeth Arden | Elizabeth Arden | Color Intrigue Effects 19 Cocoa Bronze Pearl | 8KAK | 1.76 |
77 | Revlon | Revlon | ColorStay Soft and Smooth 315 Juicy Plum | 9257 | 1.75 |
78 | Revlon | Revlon | Super Lustrous Pearl 420 Blushed | 9260 | 1.75 |
79 | Jafra | Jafra Cosmetics International | Ultra Creamy 815 Pure Ruby | 9234 | 1.74 |
80 | Avon | Avon | Beyond Color 555 Raisinette | LN9 | 1.73 |
81 | L'Oreal | L'Oreal USA | Endless 520 Eternally Mauve | FF016 | 1.72 |
82 | Maybelline | L'Oreal USA | Moisture Extreme A78 Wine On Ice | WD1361 | 1.71 |
83 | Revlon | Revlon | Moon Drops Frost 700 Crystal Cut Coral | 7080 | 1.7 |
84 | Almay | Revlon | Hydracolor 615 Plum Pearl | 6340 | 1.69 |
85 | Gabriel | Gabriel Cosmetics | Color Copper Glaze | 9226 | 1.69 |
86 | Gabriel | Gabriel Cosmetics | Color Copper Glaze | 9226 | 1.69 |
87 | L'Oreal | L'Oreal USA | Colour Riche 417 Peach Fuzz | FF324 | 1.69 |
88 | L'Oreal | L'Oreal USA | Endless 400 Captivating Coral | FE012 | 1.69 |
89 | NARS | Shiseido | Sheer 1081 Beautiful Liar | 8WGD | 1.69 |
90 | L'Oreal | L'Oreal USA | Colour Riche 620 Mica | FF135 | 1.63 |
91 | Maybelline | L'Oreal USA | Color Sensational 205 Nearly There | FF319 | 1.61 |
92 | Revlon | Revlon | Super Lustrous Pearl 205 Champagne On Ice | 9309 | 1.61 |
93 | M.A.C | Estee Lauder | Frost Bronzilla | AB9 | 1.57 |
94 | Stargazer | Stargazer | Glitter Green | 708 | 1.57 |
95 | Dior | LVMH Perfums and Cosmetics | Rouge Dior 365 VIP Pink | 9T03 | 1.56 |
96 | Revlon | Revlon | Super Lustrous Pearl 520 Wine With Everything | 10062 | 1.55 |
97 | Revlon | Revlon | Moon Drops Frost 335 Copperglaze Brown | 8206 | 1.54 |
98 | BeneFit | LVMH Perfums and Cosmetics | Full-Finish LP83 Sassy-frass | 8E2A | 1.53 |
99 | Stargazer | Stargazer | Lipstick 104 | 10606 | 1.53 |
Sample # | Brand | Parent company | Lipstick Line Number and Color | Lot # | Lead ppm |
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100 | Estee Lauder Prescriptives | Estee Lauder | Colorscope Sparkle 51 Bronze Lustre | A79 | 1.5 |
101 | M.A.C | Estee Lauder | Glaze Frou | A10 | 1.49 |
102 | Mary Kay | Mary Kay | Creme 014358 Frosted Rose | RR22 | 1.49 |
103 | Maybelline | L'Oreal USA | Moisture Extreme 12 Sugar Plum Ice | WB1591 | 1.48 |
104 | Maybelline | L'Oreal USA | Mineral Power 100 Pink Pearl | FE190 | 1.47 |
105 | Maybelline | L'Oreal USA | Color Sensational 615 Summer Sunset | FF275 | 1.46 |
106 | Revlon | Revlon | Super Lustrous Pearl 520 Wine With Everything | 10062 | 1.46 |
107 | Avon | Avon | Beyond Color 551 Peach Daiquiri | KP9 | 1.45 |
108 | L'Oreal | L'Oreal USA | Endless 500 Undeniably Mauve | FF023 | 1.45 |
109 | L'Oreal | L'Oreal USA | Endless 740 Really Rose | FF243 | 1.44 |
110 | Maybelline | L'Oreal USA | Moisture Extreme G280 Mocha Ice | WD1421 | 1.41 |
111 | Almay | Revlon | Hydracolor 600 Dusk | 681B | 1.4 |
112 | Avon | Avon | Perfect Wear P003 Forever Pink | SBK01 | 1.39 |
113 | Mary Kay | Mary Kay | Tinted Lip Balm 025748 Blush | TC26 | 1.39 |
114 | Colorganics | Colorganics | Hemp Organics Purple Haze |
| 1.38 |
115 | L'Oreal | L'Oreal USA | Colour Riche 805 Golden Splendor | FF364 | 1.38 |
116 | Stargazer | Stargazer | Lipstick 117 | 180808 | 1.38 |
117 | Estee Lauder | Estee Lauder | All Day ADL 39 Frosted Apricot | AA9 | 1.37 |
118 | Maybelline | L'Oreal USA | Mineral Power 250 Chestnut | FE158 | 1.37 |
119 | Colorganics | Colorganics | Hemp Organics Purple Haze |
| 1.36 |
120 | Estee Lauder | Estee Lauder | Pure Color 1E0 Classic Red | AA9 | 1.35 |
121 | Almay | Revlon | Ideal Lipcolor 240 Plum | 086724-16 | 1.34 |
122 | Lancome | L'Oreal USA | Color Fever Shine Natural Glimmer | 18F302 | 1.34 |
123 | M.A.C | Estee Lauder | Glaze Bubbles | AC9 | 1.34 |
124 | Clinique | Estee Lauder | High Impact 03 Metallic Sand | B78 | 1.33 |
125 | Estee Lauder | Estee Lauder | Pure Color 125 Melon | A69 | 1.32 |
126 | Revlon | Revlon | Renewist 170 Full Bodied Wine | 8040 | 1.32 |
127 | Estee Lauder Origins | Estee Lauder | Flower Fusion 21 Calla Lily | A39 | 1.31 |
128 | Lancome | L'Oreal USA | Color Fever Enticing Rose | 1.80E+105 | 1.31 |
129 | Mary Kay | Mary Kay | Creme 014379 Paradise Pink | MK31 | 1.3 |
130 | Revlon | Revlon | Moon Drops Creme 585 Persian Melon | 8156 | 1.28 |
131 | Elizabeth Arden | Elizabeth Arden | Ceramide Plump Perfect 27 Perfect Amethyst | 9CA | 1.27 |
132 | Almay | Revlon | Hydracolor 520 Sienna | 651X | 1.26 |
133 | Mary Kay | Mary Kay | Creme 014349 Golden | MR26 | 1.26 |
134 | Clinique | Estee Lauder | High Impact 24 Nearly Violet | AB8 | 1.24 |
135 | Clinique | Estee Lauder | Long Last Soft Matte 82 Berry Berry | A89 | 1.24 |
136 | Victoria's Secret | Limited Brands | Sparkling Adorned | 8345ZA | 1.23 |
137 | Almay | Revlon | Hydracolor 520 Sienna | 651X | 1.22 |
138 | L'Oreal | L'Oreal USA | Endless 300 Crimson Joy | FF203 | 1.21 |
139 | Chanel | Chanel | Rouge Hydrabase 134 Wild Tulip | 121 | 1.2 |
140 | Lancome | L'Oreal USA | Le Rouge Absolu Beige Cashmere | 18F200 | 1.2 |
141 | Victoria's Secret | Limited Brands | Heidi Klum Perfect Exotic Spice | 9223ZA | 1.19 |
142 | Clinique | Estee Lauder | High Impact 09 Citrus Rose | A89 | 1.18 |
143 | Lancome | L'Oreal USA | Color Design Sheen Vintage Rose | 18G203 | 1.18 |
144 | Revlon | Revlon | Super Lustrous Pearl 300 Coffee Bean | 9110 | 1.18 |
145 | Victoria's Secret | Limited Brands | Sheer Gloss Stick Vulnerable | X139 | 1.18 |
146 | Fashion Fair | Johnson Publishing Company | Lipstick 8091 Crystal Crimson | B3 | 1.17 |
147 | Iman Cosmetics | Iman Cosmetics | Luxury Moisturizing 004 Paprika | 9541 | 1.17 |
148 | Clinique | Estee Lauder | Different A3 Ice Bloom | B79 | 1.15 |
149 | Mary Kay | Mary Kay | Creme 014340 Pink Shimmer | RH30 | 1.15 |
150 | Victoria's Secret | Limited Brands | Too Faced Free Love | ABO | 1.15 |
151 | Clinique | Estee Lauder | Long Last Soft Shine C2 Heather Moon | A79 | 1.13 |
152 | Lancome | L'Oreal USA | Color Fever Beige Everyday | 18DO02 | 1.13 |
153 | Almay | Revlon | Ideal Lipcolor 210 Coffee | 86724-04 | 1.12 |
154 | Lancome | L'Oreal USA | Color Design Metallic Poodle Skirt | 18F902 | 1.11 |
155 | Chanel | Chanel | Aqualumière 74 Como | 9601 | 1.1 |
156 | Stargazer | Stargazer | Fantasy Crystal Pink | 10306 | 1.1 |
157 | Clarins | Clarins USA | Lip Colour Tint 19 Wild Berry | F5 | 1.08 |
158 | L'Oreal | L'Oreal USA | Endless 800 In The Buff | FF218 | 1.08 |
159 | M.A.C | Estee Lauder | Frost Bronze Shimmer | AB9 | 1.08 |
160 | Avon | Avon | Ultra Color Rich U421 Berry Berry Nice | SKC91 | 1.07 |
161 | Clinique | Estee Lauder | High Impact 27 After Party | AB9 | 1.07 |
162 | Lancome | L'Oreal USA | L‘Absolu Rouge Champagne | 18G101 | 1.07 |
163 | Revlon | Revlon | Moon Drops Creme 590 Lilac Champagne | 8217 | 1.06 |
164 | Chanel | Chanel | Aqualumière 31 Waikiki | 1302 | 1.05 |
165 | Estee Lauder Prescriptives | Estee Lauder | Colorscope Cream 35 Currant Affair | AC7 | 1.04 |
166 | L'Oreal | L'Oreal USA | Colour Riche 835 Bronze Coin | FF149 | 1.04 |
167 | Revlon | Revlon | Beyond Natural 050 Spice | 821B | 1.04 |
168 | M.A.C | Estee Lauder | Frost Frenzy | A10 | 1.03 |
169 | Maybelline | L'Oreal USA | Color Sensational 635 Very Cherry | FF341 | 1.03 |
170 | Stargazer | Stargazer | Glitter Fuschia | 1009 | 1.03 |
171 | BeneFit | LVMH Perfums and Cosmetics | Silky-Finish LP57 Candy Store | 9K1A | 1.02 |
172 | Iman Cosmetics | Iman Cosmetics | Luxury Lipstain 203 Rapture | 9634 | 1.02 |
173 | Mary Kay | Mary Kay | Creme 014382 Pink Satin | MV11 | 1.02 |
174 | Estee Lauder | Estee Lauder | Double Wear DWL 01 Stay Rose | A59 | 1.01 |
175 | Clinique | Estee Lauder | Butter Shine 441 Adore U | AB9 | 1 |
176 | Lancome | L'Oreal USA | Le Rouge Absolu Pink Eclipse | 7K016 | 1 |
177 | M.A.C | Estee Lauder | Frost Bombshell | A99 | 1 |
178 | Mary Kay | Mary Kay | Creme 014376 Dusty Rose | MM20 | 0.97 |
179 | Estee Lauder | Estee Lauder | Double Wear DWL 03 Stay Pinkberry | A79 | 0.96 |
180 | Lancome | L'Oreal USA | L‘Absolu Rouge Amande Sucrée | 18G100 | 0.96 |
181 | Bobbi Brown | Estee Lauder | Metallic Lip Color 1 Baby Peach | AA9 | 0.95 |
182 | Clinique | Estee Lauder | Different A0 Gingerfrost | A10 | 0.95 |
183 | M.A.C | Estee Lauder | Lustre London Life | AB9 | 0.95 |
184 | NARS | Shiseido | Sheer 1078 Manhunt | 7FLD | 0.95 |
185 | Revlon | Revlon | Super Lustrous Pearl 657 Fuchsia Fusion | 9167 | 0.95 |
186 | Stargazer | Stargazer | Glitter Pink | 708 | 0.95 |
187 | Estee Lauder | Estee Lauder | Signature SIG L 10 Radiant Rose | A89 | 0.94 |
188 | Avon | Avon | Ultra Color Rich U421 Berry Berry Nice | SKC91 | 0.93 |
189 | Maybelline | L'Oreal USA | Moisture Extreme 310 Plum Sable | WC1871 | 0.93 |
190 | Rimmel London | Coty | Lasting Finish 170 Alarm | 7246 | 0.93 |
191 | M.A.C | Estee Lauder | Baroque Boudoir Baroque Boudoir | A99 | 0.92 |
192 | Mary Kay | Mary Kay | Creme 014355 Raisinberry | RF29 | 0.92 |
193 | Stargazer | Stargazer | Lipstick 111 | 10306 | 0.92 |
194 | Clinique | Estee Lauder | Long Last Soft Shine 15 All Heart | A89 | 0.91 |
195 | Lancome | L'Oreal USA | Color Fever Rock Icon Fuchsia | 7D178 | 0.91 |
196 | Mary Kay | Mary Kay | Creme 014352 Apricot Glaze | RD19 | 0.91 |
197 | Maybelline | L'Oreal USA | Color Sensational 325 Cinnamon Stick | FF303 | 0.91 |
198 | Elizabeth Arden | Elizabeth Arden | Ceramide Plump Perfect 03 Perfect Currant | 9AA1 | 0.9 |
Sample # | Brand | Parent company | Lipstick Line Number and Color | Lot # | Lead ppm |
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199 | Maybelline | L'Oreal USA | Moisture Extreme 310 Plum Sable | WC1871 | 0.9 |
200 | Estee Lauder | Estee Lauder | Signature SIG 06 Lush Rose | A88 | 0.89 |
201 | Maybelline | L'Oreal USA | Moisture Extreme C377 Rose Luster | WD2081 | 0.89 |
202 | Chanel | Chanel | Aqualumière 37 Ipanema | 1501 | 0.88 |
203 | Estee Lauder | Estee Lauder | All Day ADL 18 Starlit Pink | A10 | 0.88 |
204 | Clinique | Estee Lauder | Long Last Soft Shine 13 Baby Kiss | A89 | 0.86 |
205 | Elizabeth Arden | Elizabeth Arden | Color Intrigue Effects 15 Sugarplum Shimmer | K9JA2 | 0.86 |
206 | L'Oreal | L'Oreal USA | Colour Riche 825 Bronzine | FF236 | 0.86 |
207 | Mary Kay | Mary Kay | Creme 014334 Berry Kiss | MV04 | 0.86 |
208 | Clarins | Clarins USA | Joli Rouge 703 Ginger | RU | 0.85 |
209 | Chanel | Chanel | Rouge Allure 21 Exotic | 2201 | 0.84 |
210 | Clinique | Estee Lauder | Long Last Soft Shine 15 All Heart | A89 | 0.84 |
211 | Estee Lauder | Estee Lauder | Signature SIG 31 Spiced Coral | A89 | 0.84 |
212 | Estee Lauder | Estee Lauder | Double Wear DWL 02 Stay Pink | B49 | 0.83 |
213 | Mary Kay | Mary Kay | Tinted Lip Balm 025393 Rose | TF23 | 0.83 |
214 | Clinique | Estee Lauder | Butter Shine 426 Perfect Plum | AB9 | 0.82 |
215 | Dior | LVMH Perfums and Cosmetics | Addict High Shine 750 Runway Red | 9Wo1 | 0.82 |
216 | L'Oreal | L'Oreal USA | Colour Riche 825 Bronzine | FF236 | 0.82 |
217 | L'Oreal | L'Oreal USA | Colour Riche 754 Sugar Plum | FF245 | 0.82 |
218 | Clinique | Estee Lauder | Long Last Soft Shine 63 Pink Spice | AA9 | 0.81 |
219 | Stargazer | Stargazer | Fantasy Crystal Cinnamon | 10306 | 0.81 |
220 | Estee Lauder | Estee Lauder | Signature SIG 31 Spiced Coral | A89 | 0.8 |
221 | Estee Lauder | Estee Lauder | Pure Color Crystal 303 Crystal Pink | AA9 | 0.8 |
222 | Iman Cosmetics | Iman Cosmetics | Luxury Moisturizing 001 Wild Thing | 9BU3 | 0.8 |
223 | Mary Kay | Mary Kay | Tinted Lip Balm 025395 Apricot | TC30 | 0.8 |
224 | Lancome | L'Oreal USA | Color Design Metallic Copper Desire | 18FN11 | 0.79 |
225 | Bobbi Brown | Estee Lauder | Metallic Lip Color 10 Ruby | AC9 | 0.78 |
226 | Estee Lauder | Estee Lauder | Signature SIG 07 Rich Berry | A98 | 0.78 |
227 | Estee Lauder Origins | Estee Lauder | Flower Fusion 04 Marigold | A59 | 0.78 |
228 | Estee Lauder | Estee Lauder | Signature SIG 63 Divine Red | A68 | 0.77 |
229 | Burt's Bees | Clorox Company | Lip Shimmer Champagne | 3530901 | 0.76 |
230 | L'Oreal | L'Oreal USA | Intensely Moisturizing Lipcolor 858 Charming | FD033 | 0.76 |
231 | Maybelline | L'Oreal USA | Moisture Extreme A55 Orchid Frost | WC3491 | 0.76 |
232 | Cover Girl Queen Collection | Procter and Gamble | Vibrant Hues Shine Q930 Shiny Parfait | 8113U2 | 0.75 |
233 | Estee Lauder | Estee Lauder | Signature SIG 33 Apricot Sun | A39 | 0.75 |
234 | Mary Kay | Mary Kay | Creme 014325 Black Cherry | RH24 | 0.75 |
235 | Clinique | Estee Lauder | Different A4 Angelic | A10 | 0.74 |
236 | Estee Lauder | Estee Lauder | Signature SIG 15 Woodland Berry | B79 | 0.74 |
237 | M.A.C | Estee Lauder | Slimshine Rock Out | AB7 | 0.74 |
238 | Mary Kay | Mary Kay | Creme 014373 Pink Melon | RF27 | 0.74 |
239 | Lancome | L'Oreal USA | Color Fever Shine Simmering | 18DD00 | 0.73 |
240 | L'Oreal | L'Oreal USA | Colour Riche 590 Blushing Berry | FF306 | 0.73 |
241 | Mary Kay | Mary Kay | Creme 014373 Pink Melon | RF27 | 0.72 |
242 | Stargazer | Stargazer | Lipstick 115 | 180808 | 0.72 |
243 | Chanel | Chanel | Aqualumière 98 Grenada | 1901 | 0.7 |
244 | Mary Kay | Mary Kay | Tinted Lip Balm 025396 Poppy | TD01 | 0.7 |
245 | Rimmel London | Coty | Lasting Finish 180 Jet Set Red | 9295 | 0.7 |
246 | Lancome | L'Oreal USA | L‘Absolu Rouge Absolute Rouge | 18G200 | 0.69 |
247 | Lancome | L'Oreal USA | L‘Absolu Rouge Absolute Rouge | 18G200 | 0.69 |
248 | L'Oreal | L'Oreal USA | Endless 850 Extreme Spice | FF222 | 0.69 |
249 | M.A.C | Estee Lauder | Satin Viva Glam II | A20 | 0.69 |
250 | Elizabeth Arden | Elizabeth Arden | Exceptional 74 Marigold | 8PA3 | 0.68 |
251 | Revlon | Revlon | Super Lustrous Pearl 616 Wink For Pink | 9162 | 0.68 |
252 | Estee Lauder | Estee Lauder | Signature SIG 36 Black Cherry | A99 | 0.67 |
253 | L'Oreal | L'Oreal USA | Endless 820 Chocolate Obsession | FF216 | 0.66 |
254 | Victoria's Secret | Limited Brands | Matte Cream Siren | 76 | 0.66 |
255 | Rimmel London | Coty | Lasting Finish 038 In Vogue | 9279 | 0.64 |
256 | Mary Kay | Mary Kay | Creme 014361 Toffee | RF19 | 0.63 |
257 | Revlon | Revlon | Beyond Natural 060 Berry | 951 | 0.63 |
258 | M.A.C | Estee Lauder | Glaze Shitaki | AB9 | 0.62 |
259 | M.A.C | Estee Lauder | Slimshine Intimidate | A69 | 0.62 |
260 | Mary Kay | Mary Kay | Creme 014331 Whipped Berries | RH28 | 0.61 |
261 | Stargazer | Stargazer | Fantasy Crystal Copper | 10306 | 0.61 |
262 | Estee Lauder | Estee Lauder | Pure Color 1CM Plumberry | A78 | 0.6 |
263 | M.A.C | Estee Lauder | Cremesheen On Hold | AC9 | 0.6 |
264 | Mary Kay | Mary Kay | Creme 014367 Tanned | MR08 | 0.6 |
265 | Mary Kay | Mary Kay | Creme 014385 Hibiscus | MK30 | 0.6 |
266 | Chanel | Chanel | Rouge Allure 70 Adorable | 1801 | 0.59 |
267 | Chanel | Chanel | Rouge Allure 70 Adorable | 1801 | 0.59 |
268 | Maybelline | L'Oreal USA | Moisture Extreme C410 Plum Wine | FF050A | 0.59 |
269 | Avon | Avon | Perfect Wear P203 Enduring Wine | SBB01 | 0.58 |
270 | Avon | Avon | Perfect Wear P005 Forever Fuschia | SKK91 | 0.58 |
271 | Chanel | Chanel | Rouge Allure 75 Amusing | 1401 | 0.58 |
272 | Clinique | Estee Lauder | Long Last Soft Shine 08 Golden Brandy | A99 | 0.58 |
273 | Clinique | Estee Lauder | Different 33 Raspberry Glace | A10 | 0.57 |
274 | Mary Kay | Mary Kay | Creme 014328 Apple Berry | RK21 | 0.57 |
275 | Avon | Avon | Ultra Color Rich U101 Instant Mocha | SLG91 | 0.56 |
276 | M.A.C | Estee Lauder | Frost Angel | A10 | 0.56 |
277 | Avon | Avon | Ultra Color Rich U2 Wink | SJF91 | 0.55 |
278 | Maybelline | L'Oreal USA | Mineral Power 350 Plum Wine | FE184 | 0.55 |
279 | Estee Lauder Prescriptives | Estee Lauder | Lipshine 09 Sunkissed | A69 | 0.54 |
280 | Chanel | Chanel | Rouge Allure 14 Passion | 2201 | 0.53 |
281 | M.A.C | Estee Lauder | Glaze Riveting | AC9 | 0.53 |
282 | Clarins | Clarins USA | Joli Rouge Perfect 700 Cedar Red | 6N | 0.52 |
283 | Clinique | Estee Lauder | Butter Shine 414 Fresh Watermelon | AA9 | 0.52 |
284 | Lancome | L'Oreal USA | L'Absolu Rouge Rose Mythique | 18G101 | 0.52 |
285 | M.A.C | Estee Lauder | Lustre Milan Mode | AC8 | 0.52 |
286 | Maybelline | L'Oreal USA | Moisture Extreme E190 Royal Red | FE354A | 0.52 |
287 | Lancome | L'Oreal USA | L'Absolu Rouge Rich Cashmere | 18G101 | 0.51 |
288 | Chanel | Chanel | Rouge Allure 10 Attitude | 1001 | 0.5 |
289 | Estee Lauder | Estee Lauder | Pure Color Crystal 91 Elizabeth Pink | A89 | 0.5 |
290 | Estee Lauder | Estee Lauder | Pure Color Crystal 306 Crystal Rose | A79 | 0.5 |
291 | Avon | Avon | Perfect Wear P304 Sunkissed Ginger | SBC91 | 0.49 |
292 | Cover Girl Queen Collection | Procter and Gamble | Vibrant Hues Shine Q920 Shiny Port Wine | 8170U2 | 0.49 |
293 | BeneFit | LVMH Perfums and Cosmetics | Full-Finish LP84 Do Tell | 8F1A | 0.48 |
294 | Estee Lauder Prescriptives | Estee Lauder | Lipshine 06 Raspberry Ice | A49 | 0.48 |
295 | Avon | Avon | Ultra Color Rich U206 Wineberry | SJL91 | 0.47 |
296 | Iman Cosmetics | Iman Cosmetics | Luxury Moisturizing 006 Black Brandy | 8AK1 | 0.47 |
297 | Wet 'n' Wild | Markwins International | Mega Last Lip Color 901B Think Pink | 931201 | 0.47 |
Sample # | Brand | Parent company | Lipstick Line Number and Color | Lot # | Lead ppm |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
298 | Clinique | Estee Lauder | Different A5 Heartfelt | A10 | 0.46 |
299 | Estee Lauder | Estee Lauder | Pure Color Crystal 3C8 Crystal Beige | B48 | 0.45 |
300 | M.A.C | Estee Lauder | Lustre Sophisto | AC9 | 0.45 |
301 | Revlon | Revlon | Super Lustrous Creme 640 Blackberry | 9308 | 0.44 |
302 | Shiseido | Shiseido | Shimmering SL7 C | FPKD | 0.44 |
303 | Burt's Bees | Clorox Company | Lip Shimmer Raisin | 3070901 | 0.43 |
304 | Clinique | Estee Lauder | Butter Shine 409 Ambrosia | A89 | 0.43 |
305 | Clinique | Estee Lauder | Long Last Soft Shine 17 Watermelon | A89 | 0.43 |
306 | Lancome | L'Oreal USA | L'Absolu Rouge Pink Sapphire | 18EO02 | 0.43 |
307 | M.A.C | Estee Lauder | Lustre Charismatic | AB9 | 0.41 |
308 | M.A.C | Estee Lauder | Lustre Laugh A Lot | AB9 | 0.41 |
309 | Bobbi Brown | Estee Lauder | Creamy Lip Color 33 Retro Pink | AC9 | 0.4 |
310 | Clinique | Estee Lauder | Butter Shine 427 Crushed Grape | A99 | 0.4 |
311 | Cover Girl Queen Collection | Procter and Gamble | Vibrant Hues Shine Q940 Shiny Wine | 8320U2 | 0.4 |
312 | M.A.C | Estee Lauder | Satin Empowered | A99 | 0.4 |
313 | Clinique | Estee Lauder | Butter Shine 433 Apple Brandy | A89 | 0.39 |
314 | Estee Lauder Origins | Estee Lauder | Rain and Shine 15 Pink Sparkle | A39 | 0.39 |
315 | M.A.C | Estee Lauder | Lustre Utter Fun | A79 | 0.39 |
316 | M.A.C | Estee Lauder | Amplified Creme Cosmo | AC9 | 0.39 |
317 | Maybelline | L'Oreal USA | Moisture Extreme G140 Peach Mocha | WC2261 | 0.39 |
318 | Shiseido | Shiseido | Shimmering SL16 | NNGS | 0.39 |
319 | Estee Lauder | Estee Lauder | Pure Color 1A3 Maraschino | A89 | 0.38 |
320 | Avon | Avon | Ultra Color Rich U103 Rosewine | SLI91 | 0.37 |
321 | M.A.C | Estee Lauder | Lustre Utter Fun | A79 | 0.37 |
322 | M.A.C | Estee Lauder | Lustre Patisserie | AA9 | 0.37 |
323 | Clarins | Clarins USA | Sun Sheer 05 Sunset Cinnamon | M1 | 0.35 |
324 | Victoria's Secret | Limited Brands | Perfect Showstopper | 9BZ1 | 0.35 |
325 | Estee Lauder | Estee Lauder | All Day ADL 19 Rich and Rosey | AA9 | 0.33 |
326 | Shiseido | Shiseido | Shimmering SL10 | NLEL | 0.32 |
327 | Stargazer | Stargazer | Lipstick 119 | 17210 | 0.32 |
328 | Wet 'n' Wild | Markwins International | Mega Last Lip Color 914C Mocha-licious | 931301 | 0.32 |
329 | Clinique | Estee Lauder | High Impact 19 Extreme Pink | A99 | 0.31 |
330 | Dior | LVMH Perfums and Cosmetics | Addict Lipcolor 773 Scarlet Siren | 9X02 | 0.31 |
331 | M.A.C | Estee Lauder | Amplified Creme Dubonnet | A20 | 0.31 |
332 | Avon | Avon | Ultra Color Rich U423 Red 2000 | SJL91 | 0.3 |
333 | L'Oreal | L'Oreal USA | Endless 310 Fired Up | FD268 | 0.3 |
334 | M.A.C | Estee Lauder | Satin Retro | AB9 | 0.3 |
335 | Stargazer | Stargazer | Lipstick 108 | 90808 | 0.3 |
336 | Clinique | Estee Lauder | High Impact 14 Cider Berry | A49 | 0.29 |
337 | Lancome | L'Oreal USA | Le Rouge Absolu Rhum Riche | 18F100 | 0.29 |
338 | L'Oreal | L'Oreal USA | Endless 720 Real Raisin | FF232 | 0.29 |
339 | Mary Kay | Mary Kay | Creme 014364 Shell | RF31 | 0.29 |
340 | Cover Girl | Procter and Gamble | Continuous Color 030 It's Your Mauve | 9346 | 0.28 |
341 | Maybelline | L'Oreal USA | Volume Seduction XL 405 Peachy Flush | WE020 | 0.28 |
342 | Revlon | Revlon | Super Lustrous Creme 135 Chocolate Velvet | 9236 | 0.28 |
343 | Clinique | Estee Lauder | High Impact 05 Go Fig | A59 | 0.27 |
344 | Lancome | L'Oreal USA | Color Design Red Stiletto | 18G101 | 0.27 |
345 | M.A.C | Estee Lauder | Cremesheen Creme In Your Coffee | A89 | 0.27 |
346 | Lancome | L'Oreal USA | Color Design Cream All Done Up | 1.80E+219 | 0.26 |
347 | Clinique | Estee Lauder | Long Last Soft Matte 18 Vintage Wine | A99 | 0.25 |
348 | M.A.C | Estee Lauder | Slimshine Urgent! | A49 | 0.25 |
349 | M.A.C | Estee Lauder | Lustre Plumful | AA9 | 0.24 |
350 | Clinique | Estee Lauder | Different A6 Rose Aglow | A10 | 0.23 |
351 | Lancome | L'Oreal USA | Color Fever Shine Tempt Me | 18DN26 | 0.23 |
352 | M.A.C | Estee Lauder | Amplified Creme Morange | AC9 | 0.23 |
353 | Maybelline | L'Oreal USA | Volume Seduction XL 605 Seductively Nude | WF197 | 0.23 |
354 | NARS | Shiseido | Satin 1060 Afghan Red | 8UDD | 0.23 |
355 | Bobbi Brown | Estee Lauder | Creamy Lip Color 5 Blue Raspberry | AC9 | 0.22 |
356 | Clinique | Estee Lauder | Butter Shine 432 Cranberry Cream | A89 | 0.22 |
357 | Wet 'n' Wild | Markwins International | Mega Last Lip Color 916D Ravin' Raisin | 933001 | 0.22 |
358 | Avon | Avon | Ultra Color Rich U250 Cherry Jubilee | SJT91 | 0.21 |
359 | Clinique | Estee Lauder | Different 04 A Different Grape | AB9 | 0.2 |
360 | Estee Lauder Origins | Estee Lauder | Rain and Shine 22 Razzleberry | A10 | 0.2 |
361 | Lancome | L'Oreal USA | Le Rouge Absolu Valentine | 18ED00 | 0.2 |
362 | Lancome | L'Oreal USA | L‘Absolu Rouge Berry Noir | 18FO00 | 0.2 |
363 | M.A.C | Estee Lauder | Satin Cyber | AC9 | 0.2 |
364 | Avon | Avon | Ultra Color Rich U420 Poppy Love | SJZ91 | 0.18 |
365 | Cover Girl | Procter and Gamble | Continuous Color 795 Toasted Almond | 9230 | 0.18 |
366 | Clinique | Estee Lauder | High Impact 02 Nude Beach | A89 | 0.17 |
367 | Lancome | L'Oreal USA | Color Design Cream All Done Up | 1.80E+219 | 0.17 |
368 | Elizabeth Arden | Elizabeth Arden | Exceptional 30 Fiesta | 9AA | 0.16 |
369 | L'Oreal | L'Oreal USA | Infallible 20 Gardenia | FE093B | 0.16 |
370 | M.A.C | Estee Lauder | Lustre Desire | A89 | 0.15 |
371 | M.A.C Dsquared2 | Estee Lauder | Lustre Blood Red | A69 | 0.15 |
372 | Stargazer | Stargazer | Lipstick 110 | 121008 | 0.15 |
373 | L'Oreal | L'Oreal USA | Colour Riche 108 Gilded Pink | FF339 | 0.14 |
374 | Iman Cosmetics | Iman Cosmetics | Luxury Lipstain 208 Strip Tease | 8CS1 | 0.13 |
375 | M.A.C | Estee Lauder | Lustre Spice It Up! | A10 | 0.13 |
376 | Wet 'n' Wild | Markwins International | Mega Last Lip Color 910D Red Velvet | 932301 | 0.13 |
377 | Avon | Avon | Ultra Color Rich U516 Tuscan Russet | SL291 | 0.12 |
378 | Bobbi Brown | Estee Lauder | Lip Color 57 Hot Cocoa | A38 | 0.12 |
379 | M.A.C | Estee Lauder | Lustre Lady Bug | AC9 | 0.12 |
380 | M.A.C | Estee Lauder | Matte Viva Glam I | A20 | 0.11 |
381 | BeneFit | LVMH Perfums and Cosmetics | Full-Finish LP87 La La Land | 8F1A | 0.08 |
382 | L'Oreal | L'Oreal USA | Colour Riche 231 Raspberries | FD111 | 0.08 |
383 | M.A.C | Estee Lauder | Amplified Creme Impassioned | A20 | 0.08 |
384 | M.A.C | Estee Lauder | Matte Chili | A10 | 0.08 |
385 | Clinique | Estee Lauder | Different 53 Guava Stain | AC9 | 0.07 |
386 | Clinique | Estee Lauder | Long Last 02 Sugar Bean | A99 | 0.07 |
387 | Victoria's Secret | Limited Brands | Pout Pink Champagne | 9217ZA | 0.07 |
388 | Bobbi Brown | Estee Lauder | Lip Color 8 Blackberry | AA9 | 0.06 |
389 | Bobbi Brown | Estee Lauder | Lip Color 8 Blackberry | AA9 | 0.06 |
390 | Fashion Fair | Johnson Publishing Company | Lipstick 8018 Magenta Mist | H1 | 0.06 |
391 | Fashion Fair | Johnson Publishing Company | Lipstick 8014 Earth Red | H1 | 0.05 |
392 | Iman Cosmetics | Iman Cosmetics | Luxury Moisturizing 005 Iman Red | J2 | 0.05 |
393 | M.A.C | Estee Lauder | Matte Lady Danger | A10 | 0.05 |
394 | Lori Anne | Mood Magic | Mood Yellow |
| 0.05 |
395 | Estee Lauder | Estee Lauder | Pure Color 161 Pink Parfait | BA9 | 0.04 |
396 | M.A.C | Estee Lauder | Satin d M.A.C Red | A10 | 0.03 |
Sample # | Brand | Parent company | Lipstick Line Number and Color | Lot # | Lead ppm |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
397 | Lori Anne | Mood Magic | Mood Blue |
| 0.03 |
398 | Clinique | Estee Lauder | Almost 06 Black Honey | A79 | 0.026 |
399 | L'Oreal | L'Oreal USA | Colour Juice 240 Cherry On Top | FF082 | 0.026 |
400 | Wet'n' Wild | Markwins International | Mega Mixers Lipbalm 281 Bahama Mama | 927101 | 0.026 |
Lipstick Recall?
Important facts about lead in lipstick:
- 61% of brand-name lipsticks recently tested contain lead
- the average American woman consumes (ingests) 4 lbs of lipstick over the course of her lifetime
- The US FDA (Food and Drug Administration) does not regulate the level of lead in lipstick
- Many lead-containing lipsticks have more lead in them than is allowable in candy
- It is almost impossible for the human body to dispose of or break down lead. It accumulate in body tissues over time, so even a small amount, over time, can pose health risks
- Lead is a neurotoxin - it damages brain and nerve cells
- Lead poses a particular risk to pregnant women, since it can cross the placenta into the fetus and cause developmental problems
Lipsticks tested to have the highest levels of lead (above 0.1ppm lead levels):
- L'Oréal Colour Riche "True Red"
- L'Oréal Colour Riche "Classic Wine"
- Cover Girl Incredifull Lipcolor "Maximum Red"
- Cover Girl Continuous Color "Cherry Brandy
- Dior Addict "Positive Red"
- Maybelline NY Moisture Extreme Cocoa Plum
- Maybelline NY Moisture Extreme Midnight Red
- Peacekeeper Paint Me Compassionate
- Maybelline NY Moisture Extreme Scarlet Simmer
Safe lipsticks (less that 0.02ppm lead levels):
- Avon Ultra Color Rich Cherry Jubilee
- Body Shop Lip Colour Garnet
- Clinique Long Last Lipstick Merlot
- Dior Replenishing Lipcolor Red Premiere
- Estee Lauder Maraschino
- MAC Matte Lipstick Viva Glam 1
- Revlon Superlustrous Love That Red
- Revlon Superlustrous Bed of Roses
- Revlon Colorstay Lipcolor Red Velvet
- Tarte Inside Out Vitamin Lipstick
- Wet N Wild Mega Colors Cherry Blossom
Source: Campaign for Safe Cosmetics
Read the full document here: "A Poison Kiss"
Note that there is not a current recall of lipstick.
- If you would like to add your name to a petition demanding that the FDA institute a recall, please visit this site.
- Latest feed of recalls from the FDA.
- Contact L'Oreal to ask them to reformulate their lipsticks without lead-containing compounds.
Wait...wasn't this a myth?
There was an urban myth circulating around a few years ago that said that you could determine if a lipstick had high levels of lead by smearing it into your palm, rubbing a gold ring on it, and see if it turned black. That was a myth, and it has been debunked.
Part of the myth was that lipsticks had dangerous & illegal levels of lead, too. This too was a myth. The lead levels are within the confines for coloring substances (pigments) set by the FDA. However, with what we know about lead and its toxicity, how much is actually consumed, and the fact that no level of lead is truly safe, it's worth arguing that no lead at all should be detectable in lipstick. The figures above prove that you can make lipstick with lead below detectable levels.
At the end of the day, it's up to you to decide whether or not the FDA-allowable levels of lead in lipstick are acceptable to you or not.
Comments
Susan Trump from San Diego, California on February 17, 2015:
As a woman who has been lead poisoned for decades and who just wrote "Would you Choose a Lipstick that gave you Breast Cancer" I was still surprised by your chart. I've trusted Origins to be more conscious than they have proven to be and Mac was considerably less toxic than I believed. Thanks. Keep putting it out. People will listen soon. The Breast Cancer Fund is a research org that might interest you. This is their meat and potatoes. They are about getting these issues to change.
oldiesmusic from United States on October 14, 2013:
Aaaakkk!!! It's time for me to look for alternative for those lipsticks that are hopefully organic and lead-free. Thanks for posting. :)
Evelyn on April 18, 2013:
Avon has taken out the lipsticks that have lipsticks with lead.
louromano on March 25, 2012:
Very useful information !
emily on February 24, 2012:
Is there lead in most make up products e.g.
mascara and eyelineR?
Jason Menayan (author) from San Francisco on September 14, 2011:
Ellie: The fact is that this is an unregulated market. I could create a lipstick in my garage today and sell it tomorrow, and the FDA would have no oversight over it. If someone notified me that the lipstick I made had lead, or I discovered it, I could work with the FDA to get a recall going to limit costs associated with damages. But, short of that, you're going to see that FDA information is reactive to problems, not proactive to them, at least when it comes to cosmetics.
If lipsticks with 0.1ppm of lead or higher - which is, as the FDA says, probably not something to get terribly alarmed about - is okay with you, then lipsticks from major, established cosmetics companies are probably safe. They tend to have more rigorous manufacturing standards, and they will take extra precautions to make sure they're not sued (it would be a big PR mess for them). Picking lipsticks out of the drugstore bargain bin is considerably more risky.
Ellie on September 14, 2011:
Funny that the title is "Lipstick Recall" when there is no lipstick recall. When I tried to find out if there was lead in my lipstick I could not find it. The FDA site says that the lipsticks do not contain large amounts of lead. In fact after researching it, we ingest more lead from drinking water than our lipstick. So now should we stop drinking water and breathing air? I wish there was a site that had accurate information. I really want to know if my lipstick is safe.
Haley on July 29, 2010:
Wal Mart, FAF, Lip Gloss, Locket, Childrens jewelry, lead, recall, health, cpsc Wal Mart Lip Gloss, Locket and Bracelet Set ... Wal Mart, toy, Faded Glory, Lip Gloss, Locket, Bracelet, Childrens jewelry, health, cpsc, lead, recall Wal-Mart Faded Glory Lip Gloss, Locket, and Bracelet Set... i can go on for ever never buy lip gloss at walmart ever.
winter52 on February 28, 2009:
It almost makes you want to return to the days when women made their own cosmetics. Plant some beets in the garden and then use the natural color to stain your lips. Yes, after reading this, I am tempted! Thanks for the heads up!
cathybolean on April 18, 2008:
what much lipstics use can make lips sprue ache for you.
Darlene on December 04, 2007:
I immediately went and checked the brand name on my lipstick, I'm not safe, it's off to the store to buy one with no lead! Thanks for the info!
Wendy Iturrizaga from France on November 07, 2007:
I cannot believe that you have just listed some of my favorites lipsticks among the ones with the highest levels of lead...
Now it comes the "to wear it or not to wear it" question... I think I will take the risk.
dc64 on November 06, 2007:
This made me run and check my lipstick! Thanks for the heads up.
Rudra on October 24, 2007:
can trust anyone these days
Ashok Rajagopalan from Chennai on October 17, 2007:
I prefer women with 'natural' looks!
Stacie Naczelnik from Seattle on October 15, 2007:
I am so happy I rarely ever wear lapstick. It's either gloss or chapstick here.
Isabella Snow on October 13, 2007:
FFS! Eeeek! So glad I prefer gloss to lipstick!
Larry R. Miller on October 13, 2007:
Good article. This kind of information needs to be out there and those who are responsible for seeking the bottomline only need to be held accountable, especially at the checkout stand. The checkout stand will get their attention more quickly than some government agency that slaps them on the wrist and sends the bill to the American taxpayer.
maricarbo on October 13, 2007:
Thank you for this informative hub. I will be more careful now, when I buy my red color lipstick...and I do wear red....which seems to be the one that is affected.
madheadquaters from PLANET EARTH on October 12, 2007:
I THINK IT'S TIME TO PUT AN END TO THESE COMPANYS THAT DON'T SEEM TO CARE ABOUT THE PEOPLE WHO BUY THEIR PRODUCTS, IT'S TIME TO STOP BUYING THEIR PRODUCTS AND SERVICES. JUST SAY NO AND LET THEM GO OUT OF BUSINESS! THE LIP STICK MANUFACTURES, TOYS, FOOD, PET FOODS, PRODUCE, AND WHO KNOWS WHAT ELSE, EVERYDAY WE GET A NEW SURPRISE, IT'S TIME TO GIVE THEM A SURPRISE AND QUIT SUPPORTING THEM! STOP BUYING THEIR STUFF ALL OF IT AND FIND COMPANYS THAT CARE TO BUY YOUR PRODUCTS FROM.