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Cross-Reference Analysis

Imidazolidinyl Urea in Lip Gloss

Which lip gloss products contain Imidazolidinyl Urea, and what are the risks?

Hazard Score

7/10

Products Found

0

About Imidazolidinyl Urea

A formaldehyde-releasing antimicrobial preservative used in cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, and personal care products. While less aggressive than quaternium-15, it still releases formaldehyde — a known human carcinogen — over time as it preserves the product.

Full ingredient analysis
Banned in EURestricted in CanadaFDA: Permitted in US cosmetics with no concentration limits. Not banned despite formaldehyde release.
7
High Concern

Lip Gloss Products Containing Imidazolidinyl Urea

0 products found in our database.

No lip gloss products in our database currently contain Imidazolidinyl Urea as a flagged ingredient. This ingredient is still commonly found in products from other categories.

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Clean Alternatives

Instead of Imidazolidinyl Urea, look for lip gloss products made with:

potassium sorbate
sodium benzoate
ethylhexylglycerin
tocopherol (vitamin E)
rosemary extract

What Numbrrrz Uses Instead

Numbrrrz is formaldehyde-free — always. Our lip balms are preserved naturally by vitamin E, and our simple formula does not require synthetic antimicrobial preservation.

Imidazolidinyl Urea in Other Categories

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FAQ

Why is Imidazolidinyl Urea used in lip gloss products?
Effective antimicrobial preservative active against bacteria. Often used in combination with parabens or other preservatives for broader-spectrum protection.
How many lip gloss products contain Imidazolidinyl Urea?
In our database, 0 lip gloss products contain Imidazolidinyl Urea 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 Imidazolidinyl Urea more dangerous in lip gloss than other products?
Risk depends on exposure route and frequency. Lip Gloss products are applied directly to the lips, where ingredients are ingested through eating and drinking. Daily use creates chronic low-level formaldehyde exposure. Avoid in leave-on products especially.
What is a safe alternative to lip gloss with Imidazolidinyl Urea?
Look for lip gloss products that use potassium sorbate, sodium benzoate, ethylhexylglycerin instead of Imidazolidinyl Urea. Numbrrrz lip balm uses only organic, food-grade ingredients and contains zero flagged chemicals.
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Imidazolidinyl Urea-Free Lip Gloss Exists.

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