Cross-Reference Analysis

Polybutene in Lip Gloss

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

Hazard Score

3/10

Products Found

About Polybutene

A synthetic polymer derived from petroleum, used as a thickener, binder, and viscosity-increasing agent in lip glosses, lipsticks, and other cosmetics. Polybutene has low direct toxicity but is a petroleum-derived synthetic with environmental persistence concerns.

Full ingredient analysis

FDA: Approved for cosmetic use. Generally recognized as safe. No restrictions.

Low Concern

Lip Gloss Products Containing Polybutene

10 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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Maybelline Baby Lips

Maybelline

Ingredients27

Flagged8

Safety Score2/10

petroleum petrolatum 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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Revlon Kiss Plumping Lip Creme

Revlon

Ingredients27

Flagged6

Safety Score4/10

petroleum petrolatum polybutene menthol

Numbrrrz

Organic Lip Balm

Ingredients4

Flagged0

Safety Score10/10

Organic Coconut Oil Organic Jojoba Oil Beeswax Vitamin E

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Revlon Super Lustrous Lip Gloss

Revlon

Ingredients23

Flagged5

Safety Score4/10

polybutene polyethylene glycol synthetic fragrance

Numbrrrz

Organic Lip Balm

Ingredients4

Flagged0

Safety Score10/10

Organic Coconut Oil Organic Jojoba Oil Beeswax Vitamin E

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CoverGirl Clean Fresh Tinted Lip Balm

CoverGirl

Ingredients21

Flagged3

Safety Score6/10

polybutene polyethylene glycol artificial colors

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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Fenty Beauty Gloss Bomb Universal Lip Luminizer

Fenty Beauty

Ingredients15

Flagged3

Safety Score6/10

polybutene polyethylene glycol synthetic fragrance

Numbrrrz

Organic Lip Balm

Ingredients4

Flagged0

Safety Score10/10

Organic Coconut Oil Organic Jojoba Oil Beeswax Vitamin E

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Fenty Beauty Gloss Bomb Heat Universal Lip Luminizer + Plumper

Fenty Beauty

Ingredients17

Flagged3

Safety Score5/10

polybutene polyethylene glycol 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 Polybutene, look for lip gloss products made with:

castor oil (for gloss and viscosity)

plant-derived polyglyceryl esters

candelilla wax

sunflower wax

jojoba oil

What Numbrrrz Uses Instead

Numbrrrz lip balms achieve a smooth, glossy finish with organic coconut oil, organic jojoba oil, and beeswax — no petroleum-derived polymers like polybutene needed.

Polybutene in Other Categories

Lipstick Lip Balm

FAQ

Why is Polybutene used in lip gloss products?

Creates the thick, glossy, non-sticky texture characteristic of modern lip glosses. Excellent at providing shine and viscosity at low cost.

How many lip gloss products contain Polybutene?

In our database, 10 lip gloss products contain Polybutene 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 Polybutene 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. Low health risk. Environmental persistence and petroleum derivation are the primary concerns.

What is a safe alternative to lip gloss with Polybutene?

Look for lip gloss products that use castor oil (for gloss and viscosity), plant-derived polyglyceryl esters, candelilla wax instead of Polybutene. Numbrrrz lip balm uses only organic, food-grade ingredients and contains zero flagged chemicals.

Numbrrrz — the power of four clean ingredients

Polybutene-Free Lip Gloss Exists.

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