Cross-Reference Analysis

Phenoxyethanol in Lip Balm

Which lip balm products contain Phenoxyethanol, and what are the risks?

Hazard Score

4/10

Products Found

About Phenoxyethanol

A glycol ether used as a preservative in cosmetics, often marketed as a 'safer' alternative to parabens. At regulated concentrations (up to 1%), it is generally well tolerated, but higher concentrations can cause irritation and are toxic to infants.

Full ingredient analysis

FDA: Approved for cosmetic use. No concentration limit in the US, though the EU restricts it to 1%.

Moderate Concern

Lip Balm Products Containing Phenoxyethanol

7 products found in our database.

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ChapStick Total Hydration 3 in 1

ChapStick

Ingredients28

Flagged5

Safety Score4/10

petroleum petrolatum mineral oil polyethylene glycol

Numbrrrz

Organic Lip Balm

Ingredients4

Flagged0

Safety Score10/10

Organic Coconut Oil Organic Jojoba Oil Beeswax Vitamin E

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EOS Shimmer Lip Balm

EOS

Ingredients12

Flagged4

Safety Score4/10

dimethicone phenoxyethanol bht

Numbrrrz

Organic Lip Balm

Ingredients4

Flagged0

Safety Score10/10

Organic Coconut Oil Organic Jojoba Oil Beeswax Vitamin E

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Blistex Silk & Shine

Blistex

Ingredients9

Flagged4

Safety Score4/10

petroleum petrolatum polybutene phenoxyethanol

Numbrrrz

Organic Lip Balm

Ingredients4

Flagged0

Safety Score10/10

Organic Coconut Oil Organic Jojoba Oil Beeswax Vitamin E

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NIVEA Essential Lip Care

NIVEA

Ingredients14

Flagged1

Safety Score7/10

phenoxyethanol

Numbrrrz

Organic Lip Balm

Ingredients4

Flagged0

Safety Score10/10

Organic Coconut Oil Organic Jojoba Oil Beeswax Vitamin E

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NIVEA A Kiss of Moisture

NIVEA

Ingredients15

Flagged1

Safety Score7/10

phenoxyethanol

Numbrrrz

Organic Lip Balm

Ingredients4

Flagged0

Safety Score10/10

Organic Coconut Oil Organic Jojoba Oil Beeswax Vitamin E

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NIVEA Smoothness Lip Care SPF 15

NIVEA

Ingredients14

Flagged2

Safety Score5/10

avobenzone phenoxyethanol

Numbrrrz

Organic Lip Balm

Ingredients4

Flagged0

Safety Score10/10

Organic Coconut Oil Organic Jojoba Oil Beeswax Vitamin E

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NIVEA Cherry Shine

NIVEA

Ingredients17

Flagged2

Safety Score6/10

phenoxyethanol artificial colors

Numbrrrz

Organic Lip Balm

Ingredients4

Flagged0

Safety Score10/10

Organic Coconut Oil Organic Jojoba Oil Beeswax Vitamin E

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Clean Alternatives

Instead of Phenoxyethanol, look for lip balm products made with:

tocopherol (vitamin E)

rosemary extract

neem oil

sodium anisate

What Numbrrrz Uses Instead

Numbrrrz uses vitamin E as a natural antioxidant preservative — our simple oil-and-wax formula needs no synthetic preservatives like phenoxyethanol.

Phenoxyethanol in Other Categories

Face Moisturizer Lip Gloss

FAQ

Why is Phenoxyethanol used in lip balm products?

Broad-spectrum preservative effective against gram-negative bacteria; popular paraben-free alternative in clean beauty formulations.

How many lip balm products contain Phenoxyethanol?

In our database, 7 lip balm products contain Phenoxyethanol 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 Phenoxyethanol more dangerous in lip balm than other products?

Risk depends on exposure route and frequency. Lip Balm products are applied directly to the lips, where ingredients are ingested through eating and drinking. Acceptable for most adults at proper concentrations; monitor for sensitivity.

What is a safe alternative to lip balm with Phenoxyethanol?

Look for lip balm products that use tocopherol (vitamin E), rosemary extract, neem oil instead of Phenoxyethanol. Numbrrrz lip balm uses only organic, food-grade ingredients and contains zero flagged chemicals.

Numbrrrz — the power of four clean ingredients

Phenoxyethanol-Free Lip Balm Exists.

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