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Revlon ColorStay Eye Liner Pencil, Navy (old formulation)
EWG scientists reviewed the Revlon ColorStay Eye Liner Pencil, Navy (old formulation) product label collected on July 23, 2013 for safety according to the methodology outlined in our Skin Deep Cosmetics Database. We assess the ingredients listed on the labels of personal care products based on data in toxicity and regulatory databases, government and health agency assessments and the open scientific literature. EWG's rating for Revlon ColorStay Eye Liner Pencil, Navy (old formulation) is 3.
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Data last updated: July 2013
Ingredient Concerns
Cancer 
Cancer: Ingredients linked to cancer in government, industry or academic studies or assessments.
Developmental & Reproductive Toxicity
Developmental and reproductive toxicity: Ingredients linked to developmental and reproductive toxicity, a broad class of health effects that range from infertility and reproductive organ cancers to birth defects and developmental delays in children.
Allergies & Immunotoxicity
Allergies and immunotoxicity: Ingredients linked to harm to the immune system, a class of health problems that manifest as allergic reactions or an impaired capacity to fight disease and repair damaged tissue in the body.
Use Restrictions
Use restrictions: Ingredients restricted or prohibited for use in cosmetics, according to industry safety guidelines, government requirements or guidance from the U.S., EU, Japan or Canada.
Other Ingredient Concerns
HIGH
- Endocrine disruption
- Multiple, additive exposure sources
- Irritation (skin, eyes, or lungs)
- Persistence and bioaccumulation
- Use restrictions
MODERATE
- Contamination concerns
- Organ system toxicity (non-reproductive)
LOW
- Enhanced skin absorption
- Ecotoxicology
- Occupational hazards
Ingredient Concerns
| Score | Data Availability | Ingredient | Concern |
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Fair
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• Developmental/reproductive toxicity (low) |
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Fair
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• Allergies/immunotoxicity (moderate) |
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Fair
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• Allergies/immunotoxicity (moderate) |
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Fair
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• Persistence and bioaccumulation (moderate) |
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Good
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• Multiple, additive exposure sources (high) |
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Good
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• Use restrictions (moderate) |
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Fair
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• Enhanced skin absorption |
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Fair
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• Persistence and bioaccumulation (high) |
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Limited
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• Enhanced skin absorption |
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Limited
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• Persistence and bioaccumulation (moderate) |
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Fair
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• Developmental/reproductive toxicity (low) |
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Limited
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• Use restrictions (low) |
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Limited
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Limited
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• Allergies/immunotoxicity (low) |
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Limited
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Limited
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EUPHORBIA CERIFERA (CANDELILLA) WAX
Appeared as: EUPHORBIA CERIFERA (CANDELILLA CERA) WAX (CANDELILLA) |
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Limited
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Fair
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• Cancer (low) |
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Good
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• Non-reproductive organ system toxicity (moderate) |
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Limited
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• Multiple, additive exposure sources (high) |
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Limited
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• Non-reproductive organ system toxicity (moderate) |
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Good
|
• Developmental/reproductive toxicity (low) |
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Fair
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Limited
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• Non-reproductive organ system toxicity (moderate) |
Product's Animal Testing Policies
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PETA: Companies That Do Test on Animals
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Product's Label Information
Ingredients from packaging:
Cyclomethicone, Trimethysiloxysilicate, Ozokerite, Polyethylene, Phenyltrimethicone, Euphorbia Cerifera (Candelilla Cera) Wax (Candelilla), Ascorbyl Palmitate (Vitamin C), Tocopherol (Natural Vitamin E), Lecithin, Sorbic Acid (A Preservative), Citric Acid, Methylparaben, Propylparaben, May Contain (+/-): Iron Oxides, Titanium Dioxide, Mica, Ultramarines, Chromium Oxide Green, Ferric Ammonium Ferrocyanide (CI 77510), Bronze Powder (CI 77400), Carmine (CI 75470), Chromium Hydroxide Green (CI 77289), Copper Powder, Manganese Violet
Directions from packaging:
Line upper lid close to lashes. For extra definition, line lower lashes from mid-lashline to outer corner of eye. Sharpener: Pull out sharpener from end of pencil. Twist pencil to expose color tip. Insert color tip in white sharpener and turn gently. Remove easily with ColorStay Eye & Lip Makeup Remover.
Warnings from packaging:
To safeguard Revlon purity: Always treat applicator with the same sanitary care you give your eyes. Reserve it for your personal use. Cap tightly after use. Do not dilute product with any additive. Do not use any eye cosmetic if your eye is injured, irritated or infected. Consult an eye doctor immediately in case of injury.
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