Cross-Reference Analysis

Propylene Glycol in Lip Balm

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

Hazard Score

5/10

Products Found

About Propylene Glycol

A synthetic liquid used as a humectant, solvent, and penetration enhancer in cosmetics. While considered safe at low concentrations, it is a skin irritant at higher levels and enhances absorption of other ingredients — including harmful ones.

Full ingredient analysis

FDA: Generally recognized as safe (GRAS) for food and cosmetic use. No concentration limits in cosmetics.

Moderate Concern

Lip Balm Products Containing Propylene Glycol

0 products found in our database.

No lip balm products in our database currently contain Propylene Glycol as a flagged ingredient. This ingredient is still commonly found in products from other categories.

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Clean Alternatives

Instead of Propylene Glycol, look for lip balm products made with:

vegetable glycerin

hyaluronic acid

aloe vera

honey

sodium PCA

What Numbrrrz Uses Instead

Numbrrrz uses organic coconut oil and organic jojoba oil for natural moisture retention without synthetic humectants or penetration enhancers like propylene glycol.

Propylene Glycol in Other Categories

Face Moisturizer Lip Gloss Sunscreen

FAQ

Why is Propylene Glycol used in lip balm products?

Attracts and retains moisture, improves product texture, and enhances the penetration of other active ingredients into the skin.

How many lip balm products contain Propylene Glycol?

In our database, 0 lip balm products contain Propylene Glycol 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 Propylene Glycol 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. Daily use as a penetration enhancer is concerning when paired with other harmful ingredients.

What is a safe alternative to lip balm with Propylene Glycol?

Look for lip balm products that use vegetable glycerin, hyaluronic acid, aloe vera instead of Propylene Glycol. Numbrrrz lip balm uses only organic, food-grade ingredients and contains zero flagged chemicals.

Numbrrrz — the power of four clean ingredients

Propylene Glycol-Free Lip Balm Exists.

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