Cross-Reference Analysis

Polyethylene Glycol (PEG Compounds) in Lip Gloss

Which lip gloss products contain Polyethylene Glycol (PEG Compounds), and what are the risks?

Hazard Score

6/10

Products Found

About Polyethylene Glycol (PEG Compounds)

A family of petroleum-derived compounds used as emulsifiers, thickeners, solvents, and penetration enhancers. PEGs themselves are relatively low-toxicity, but they are frequently contaminated with ethylene oxide (a known carcinogen) and 1,4-dioxane.

Full ingredient analysis

FDA: Approved for cosmetic use. No required testing for ethylene oxide or 1,4-dioxane contamination levels.

High Concern

Lip Gloss Products Containing Polyethylene Glycol (PEG Compounds)

6 products found in our database.

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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 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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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 Polyethylene Glycol (PEG Compounds), look for lip gloss products made with:

vegetable-derived emulsifiers (cetearyl olivate)

beeswax

lecithin

plant-derived glyceryl stearate

What Numbrrrz Uses Instead

Numbrrrz uses beeswax as a natural emulsifier and structural agent — no PEG compounds or their carcinogenic contaminants needed in our simple formula.

Polyethylene Glycol (PEG Compounds) in Other Categories

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FAQ

Why is Polyethylene Glycol (PEG Compounds) used in lip gloss products?

Versatile ingredients that help blend oil and water, improve product texture, and enhance delivery of active ingredients into the skin.

How many lip gloss products contain Polyethylene Glycol (PEG Compounds)?

In our database, 6 lip gloss products contain Polyethylene Glycol (PEG Compounds) 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 Polyethylene Glycol (PEG Compounds) 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 exposure to trace carcinogens from contaminated PEGs is a cumulative concern.

What is a safe alternative to lip gloss with Polyethylene Glycol (PEG Compounds)?

Look for lip gloss products that use vegetable-derived emulsifiers (cetearyl olivate), beeswax, lecithin instead of Polyethylene Glycol (PEG Compounds). Numbrrrz lip balm uses only organic, food-grade ingredients and contains zero flagged chemicals.

Numbrrrz — the power of four clean ingredients

Polyethylene Glycol (PEG Compounds)-Free Lip Gloss Exists.

Numbrrrz lip balm is made with only four organic, food-grade ingredients. No Polyethylene Glycol (PEG Compounds). No compromise.