Cross-Reference Analysis

Phenoxyethanol in Lip Gloss

Which lip gloss 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 Gloss Products Containing Phenoxyethanol

7 products found in our database.

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Maybelline Lifter Gloss

Maybelline

Ingredients26

Flagged4

Safety Score5/10

polybutene phenoxyethanol synthetic fragrance

Numbrrrz

Organic Lip Balm

Ingredients4

Flagged0

Safety Score10/10

Organic Coconut Oil Organic Jojoba Oil Beeswax Vitamin E

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MAC Lipglass

MAC

Ingredients4

Flagged1

Safety Score8/10

phenoxyethanol

Numbrrrz

Organic Lip Balm

Ingredients4

Flagged0

Safety Score10/10

Organic Coconut Oil Organic Jojoba Oil Beeswax Vitamin E

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NYX Butter Gloss

NYX Professional Makeup

Ingredients17

Flagged6

Safety Score3/10

mineral oil polybutene polyethylene glycol

Numbrrrz

Organic Lip Balm

Ingredients4

Flagged0

Safety Score10/10

Organic Coconut Oil Organic Jojoba Oil Beeswax Vitamin E

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NYX Duck Plump

NYX Professional Makeup

Ingredients15

Flagged2

Safety Score6/10

polybutene phenoxyethanol

Numbrrrz

Organic Lip Balm

Ingredients4

Flagged0

Safety Score10/10

Organic Coconut Oil Organic Jojoba Oil Beeswax Vitamin E

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Glossier Glassy High Shine Lip Gloss

Glossier

Ingredients8

Flagged2

Safety Score7/10

polybutene phenoxyethanol

Numbrrrz

Organic Lip Balm

Ingredients4

Flagged0

Safety Score10/10

Organic Coconut Oil Organic Jojoba Oil Beeswax Vitamin E

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Rare Beauty Soft Pinch Tinted Lip Oil

Rare Beauty

Ingredients18

Flagged4

Safety Score5/10

dimethicone phenoxyethanol synthetic fragrance

Numbrrrz

Organic Lip Balm

Ingredients4

Flagged0

Safety Score10/10

Organic Coconut Oil Organic Jojoba Oil Beeswax Vitamin E

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Rare Beauty Stay Vulnerable Glossy Lip Balm

Rare Beauty

Ingredients13

Flagged2

Safety Score6/10

phenoxyethanol synthetic fragrance

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 gloss 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 Balm

FAQ

Why is Phenoxyethanol used in lip gloss products?

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

How many lip gloss products contain Phenoxyethanol?

In our database, 7 lip gloss 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 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. Acceptable for most adults at proper concentrations; monitor for sensitivity.

What is a safe alternative to lip gloss with Phenoxyethanol?

Look for lip gloss 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 Gloss Exists.

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