Lead in eyeliner
Learn about the dangers of lead in eyeliner.
Using eyeliners that contain lead can cause:
- Skin and eye irritation.
- Lead poisoning.
- Brain development issues, especially in children.
What can you do?
Learn how to make your own lead-free eyeliner.
- Make your own eyeliner using safer ingredients.
- Buy products in Washington. Businesses must ensure cosmetics they sell comply with the state’s Toxic-Free Cosmetics Act (TFCA).
- Spread the word to friends and family. Talk to people in your life or post to social media about the dangers of lead exposure to help protect them and future generations.
- Talk with beauty professionals. Ask your local nail and hair salons if they know of and use safer cosmetic products.
Learn more about how to avoid lead in eyeliners.
Translated content
Related links
Contact information
Kimi Matsushima
chemactionplans@ecy.wa.gov