Maybelline Mineral Power Powder Foundation

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Beneficial ingredients 0
Harmful ingredients 6
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Summary

Maybelline Mineral Power Powder Foundation scores 43/100. Contains PTFE (polytetrafluoroethylene), a PFAS 'forever chemical,' confirmed on the ingredient label — in a powder foundation applied to the full face daily. Also contains Phenoxyethanol, Dimethicone, Nylon, Parabens, and Talc. Despite 'Mineral' branding, this product contains synthetic PFAS, microplastics, and endocrine disruptors alongside its mineral ingredients.

Key ingredients 6

PTFE (Polytetrafluoroethylene) — confirmed on label
Very Bad

PFAS forever chemical in a product marketed as 'Mineral' despite containing synthetic forever chemicals. PTFE does not break down in the body or environment.

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Parabens
Very Bad

Paraben preservatives that mimic estrogen and act as endocrine disruptors. Detected in breast tumor tissue.

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Phenoxyethanol
Bad

Synthetic preservative that can irritate skin. Applied across the full face in a daily-use foundation.

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Dimethicone
Bad

Silicone polymer that creates an occlusive barrier on skin, trapping other chemicals underneath and impeding natural skin function.

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Nylon
Bad

Synthetic microplastic polymer that does not biodegrade. Fine powder particles can be inhaled during application.

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Talc
Bad

Mineral ingredient with a history of asbestos contamination concerns. Inhalable during powder application. Multiple lawsuits have linked talc-based cosmetics to cancer.

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Maybelline Mineral Power Powder Foundation

Common questions

Is Maybelline Mineral Power Powder Foundation healthy?

Maybelline Mineral Power Powder Foundation scores 43/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a below-average score in Scout's analysis. Contains PTFE (polytetrafluoroethylene), a PFAS 'forever chemical,' confirmed on the ingredient label — in a powder foundation applied to the full face daily.

How does Maybelline Mineral Power Powder Foundation compare to other makeup products?

Maybelline Mineral Power Powder Foundation ranks #66 of 90 makeup products in Scout's independent rankings. The current top score in the category is Primally Pure Lip Stick SPF 15 Lavender Mint at 100/100.

Which ingredients drive Maybelline Mineral Power Powder Foundation's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, PTFE (Polytetrafluoroethylene) — confirmed on label, Phenoxyethanol, Dimethicone are flagged as ingredients of concern. The full breakdown, with why each one matters, is in the Key ingredients section on this page.

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