Cross-Reference Analysis

Polybutene in Lipstick

Which lipstick 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

Lipstick Products Containing Polybutene

6 products found in our database.

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Revlon Super Lustrous Lipstick

Revlon

Ingredients33

Flagged6

Safety Score5/10

polybutene paraffin wax bht

Numbrrrz

Organic Lip Balm

Ingredients4

Flagged0

Safety Score10/10

Organic Coconut Oil Organic Jojoba Oil Beeswax Vitamin E

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L'Oréal Paris Glow Paradise Lip Balm-in-Gloss

L'Oréal Paris

Ingredients24

Flagged3

Safety Score5/10

polybutene synthetic fragrance artificial colors

Numbrrrz

Organic Lip Balm

Ingredients4

Flagged0

Safety Score10/10

Organic Coconut Oil Organic Jojoba Oil Beeswax Vitamin E

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MAC Lustreglass Lipstick

MAC

Ingredients31

Flagged5

Safety Score5/10

polyethylene glycol 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 Ultralip

Glossier

Ingredients21

Flagged3

Safety Score7/10

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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Rare Beauty Kind Words Matte Lip Liner

Rare Beauty

Ingredients17

Flagged4

Safety Score5/10

polybutene paraffin wax synthetic fragrance

Numbrrrz

Organic Lip Balm

Ingredients4

Flagged0

Safety Score10/10

Organic Coconut Oil Organic Jojoba Oil Beeswax Vitamin E

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Clinique Dramatically Different Lipstick

Clinique

Ingredients15

Flagged1

Safety Score8/10

polybutene

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 lipstick 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

Lip Gloss Lip Balm

FAQ

Why is Polybutene used in lipstick products?

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

How many lipstick products contain Polybutene?

In our database, 6 lipstick 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 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. Low health risk. Environmental persistence and petroleum derivation are the primary concerns.

What is a safe alternative to lipstick with Polybutene?

Look for lipstick 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 Lipstick Exists.

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