Cross-Reference Analysis

Quaternium-15 in Lip Gloss

Which lip gloss products contain Quaternium-15, and what are the risks?

Hazard Score

9/10

Products Found

About Quaternium-15

A quaternary ammonium salt used as a preservative in cosmetics and personal care products. It is the single most potent formaldehyde-releasing preservative, generating higher levels of free formaldehyde than any other cosmetic preservative. Formaldehyde is a known human carcinogen.

Full ingredient analysis

Banned in EURestricted in CanadaFDA: Still permitted in US cosmetics with no concentration limits. Listed as a known allergen but not banned.

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Lip Gloss Products Containing Quaternium-15

0 products found in our database.

No lip gloss products in our database currently contain Quaternium-15 as a flagged ingredient. This ingredient is still commonly found in products from other categories.

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Clean Alternatives

Instead of Quaternium-15, look for lip gloss products made with:

phenoxyethanol (at safe concentrations)

ethylhexylglycerin

potassium sorbate

sodium benzoate

rosemary extract

What Numbrrrz Uses Instead

Numbrrrz products are 100% formaldehyde-free. We never use formaldehyde-releasing preservatives of any kind.

Quaternium-15 in Other Categories

Face Moisturizer

FAQ

Why is Quaternium-15 used in lip gloss products?

Cost-effective broad-spectrum preservative that prevents bacterial and fungal contamination in water-based formulations.

How many lip gloss products contain Quaternium-15?

In our database, 0 lip gloss products contain Quaternium-15 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 Quaternium-15 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 creates continuous formaldehyde exposure and high sensitization risk. Avoid completely.

What is a safe alternative to lip gloss with Quaternium-15?

Look for lip gloss products that use phenoxyethanol (at safe concentrations), ethylhexylglycerin, potassium sorbate instead of Quaternium-15. Numbrrrz lip balm uses only organic, food-grade ingredients and contains zero flagged chemicals.

Numbrrrz — the power of four clean ingredients

Quaternium-15-Free Lip Gloss Exists.

Numbrrrz lip balm is made with only four organic, food-grade ingredients. No Quaternium-15. No compromise.