Our take
Why It’s on Our Radar
We don't recommend it. FDA testing confirmed asbestos across five of these talc products.
What's inside
Ingredients & Safety
Talc-based blush, bronzer, and contour in which FDA testing confirmed asbestos.
Worth a closer look 2 ingredients we flag
Caution Talc (sometimes listed as Talcum Powder) A mineral powder with a history of asbestos contamination plus inhalation and ovarian-cancer concerns, so it is best avoided in baby products.
Watch Fragrance (sometimes listed as Parfum) Undisclosed scent blend that is a common allergen and irritant; choose fragrance-free for sensitive or reactive skin.
Ingredient list reviewed
- Talc also listed as Talcum Powder, Cosmetic Talc Caution
- Mica
- Titanium Dioxide also listed as Non-Nano Titanium Dioxide, CI 77891
- Iron Oxides also listed as CI 77491, CI 77492
- Zinc Stearate
- Fragrance also listed as Parfum, Perfume Watch
Formula scope: the disclosed ingredient list captured for this review. Formulas can differ by product, scent, country, and date; compare the current package with this list before deciding.
Want a cleaner option? Axiology in Makeup & Cosmetics currently meets our top criteria. Review its formula scope and cited records before deciding.
Who owns it
Ownership & Independence
City Color and Contour Effects are distributed by Beauty Plus Global Inc.
Ownership record Acquired
- Founded
- 2011
- Headquarters
- Carlstadt, NJ
- Control
- Owned by Beauty Plus Global Inc.
Products covered
Key Products
We don't link to buy products we flag. Read why above, or see Axiology, which meets our top criteria.
- Contour Effects Palette 2
- City Color Matte Blush
- City Color Bronzer