Cross-Reference Analysis

Carbon Black in Lipstick

Which lipstick products contain Carbon Black, and what are the risks?

Hazard Score

8/10

Products Found

About Carbon Black

A fine black powder produced by incomplete combustion of petroleum products. Widely used as a pigment in mascara, eyeliner, and eyebrow products. Carbon black is classified as possibly carcinogenic and poses significant inhalation risks.

Full ingredient analysis

Restricted in CanadaFDA: Approved for cosmetic use including eye area. No particle size restrictions or PAH contamination limits for cosmetic use.

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Lipstick Products Containing Carbon Black

0 products found in our database.

No lipstick products in our database currently contain Carbon Black as a flagged ingredient. This ingredient is still commonly found in products from other categories.

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Clean Alternatives

Instead of Carbon Black, look for lipstick products made with:

iron oxide black (CI 77499)

activated charcoal (for color)

magnetite

What Numbrrrz Uses Instead

Numbrrrz lip balms contain no carbon black or synthetic colorants. Our simple four-ingredient formula has no need for pigments — and zero PAH contamination risk.

Carbon Black in Other Categories

Lip Gloss

FAQ

Why is Carbon Black used in lipstick products?

Produces the deepest, most intense black pigment available. Extremely stable and inexpensive compared to natural black alternatives.

How many lipstick products contain Carbon Black?

In our database, 0 lipstick products contain Carbon Black as a flagged ingredient. The actual number on the market is likely much higher, as our database covers major brands but not every product available.

Is Carbon Black more dangerous in lipstick than other products?

Risk depends on exposure route and frequency. Lipstick products are applied directly to the lips, where ingredients are ingested through eating and drinking. Daily mascara and eyeliner use around the delicate eye area raises cumulative exposure concerns.

What is a safe alternative to lipstick with Carbon Black?

Look for lipstick products that use iron oxide black (CI 77499), activated charcoal (for color), magnetite instead of Carbon Black. Numbrrrz lip balm uses only organic, food-grade ingredients and contains zero flagged chemicals.

Numbrrrz — the power of four clean ingredients

Carbon Black-Free Lipstick Exists.

Numbrrrz lip balm is made with only four organic, food-grade ingredients. No Carbon Black. No compromise.