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Best Non-Toxic Lip Glosses

We vetted lip glosses against the Welpr Standard and here are our top picks.

Camille May

Cofounder & Product Curator

Olushola M. Awoyemi

Medical Reviewer, PhD

Here's what we look for:

Simple formulas made with ingredients that meet our standard
Free from parabens, PEGs, phthalates, sulfates, BHA/BHT, formaldehyde and formaldehyde-releasing ingredients, and undisclosed fragrance
Mineral pigments or alternatives tested for heavy metals
EU-compliant brands and third-party certifications when available
Transparent sourcing, ingredients, and manufacturing practices

Best Non-Toxic Lip Glosses

On Welpr, terms like "non-toxic," "safer," "cleaner," "healthier," and "vetted" are editorial labels based on our own standard for product assessment. They are not guarantees, certifications, or medical claims. Learn more.

Typology

Moisturizing Lip Oil T40 10% Squalane + Vitamin E

Free From: Cruelty Free
Certified: Certified B Corp, PETA Certified, PETA Vegan
Highlights: Vegan, Made in EU, Recyclable packaging, High shine finish, Lip oil, SPF protection

8.2

Performance score

Where to buy

Typology
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Pros

Color appears lighter on lips than it looks in the tube, giving a soft, natural cherry tint.
Doubles as a cheek tint for a subtle flush.
No noticeable scent or flavor.
Texture feels smooth and comfortable on the lips.

Cons

Transfers easily onto cups and glasses unless you use a straw.
Staying power is inconsistent; one person found it didn't last at all, while others found it held up reasonably well.

Liquid lip oil that delivers a sheer wash of color with a glossy, non-sticky finish. It's more of a tinted treatment than a traditional lip gloss, so the color is subtle and buildable rather than opaque.
The formula is oil-based, using plant-derived lipids to nourish while adding shine. Coverage is light on the first pass; layering additional coats deepens both the color and the gloss.
Typology is a B-Corp certified French skincare brand that formulates with short ingredient lists. This lip oil has 16 to 20 ingredients depending on the shade, and the base formula is the same across all colors.
Available in seven shades ranging from neutral (Sheer Honey, Powder Pink) to deep (Black Cherry, Plum Purple). Because the tint is sheer, most shades read as flattering across a wide range of skin tones.
Among non-toxic lip glosses, oil-based formulas like this one tend to feel more conditioning and less tacky than traditional glosses, but the tradeoff is shorter wear. Typology notes that reapplication is needed to maintain the color and shine throughout the day.
Comes in a recyclable glass bottle with a doe-foot applicator. The brand says the applicator is designed to deposit a thicker layer than typical lip oil wands.

Polyglyceryl-2 Isostearate/Dimer Dilinoleate Copolymer
Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil
Prunus Armeniaca (Apricot) Kernel Oil
Squalane
Prunus Domestica Seed Oil
Phytosteryl/Octyldodecyl Lauroyl Glutamate
Dextrin Palmitate
Octyldodecanol
Glyceryl Caprylate
Tocopherol
Stevia Rebaudiana Extract
Sorbitan Oleate
Aluminum Hydroxide
Magnesium Hydroxide
Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil
Ci 15985 (Yellow 6 Lake)
Ci 19140 (Yellow 5 Lake)

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Ogee

Beyond Clean Lip Gloss

Free From: Cruelty Free
Certified: Leaping Bunny
Highlights: Cruelty-free, Made in USA, No synthetic fragrance, High shine finish, Plumping gloss

8.4

Performance score

Where to buy

Amazon
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Ogee describes this as 97% skincare, 3% makeup. The formula is built around botanical oils and plant-derived extracts rather than synthetic shine agents, putting it closer to a lip treatment than a traditional gloss.
Non-sticky with a high-shine, glass-like finish. A cooling sensation on application comes from menthyl lactate, which creates an immediate plumping effect.
Available in 14 shades ranging from a clear option (Daisy) to deeper tones like mauve plum and rosy brown, with several shimmer finishes. Coverage is sheer across the range.
Works on bare lips as a standalone gloss or layered over lipstick. The skincare-forward formula uses ceramides to help lock in moisture, so it doubles as a hydrating lip treatment throughout the day.
Among non-toxic lip glosses, Ogee's approach is notable for skipping microplastics and synthetic dyes entirely, relying on plant-based oils and sugars derived from orange peels for shine and color instead.
Ogee holds NSF organic certification, which requires a minimum of 70% organic ingredients and regulates the process from sourcing through manufacturing. Blended, filled, and packaged in the U.S.

Ricinus Communis (Castor) Seed Oil
Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Fruit Extract
Silica (†Mineral Sources)
Hydrogenated Castor Oil/Sebacic Acid Copolymer (†Castor Seed)
Squalane (†Sugarcane)
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride (†Vegetable Sources)
Vanillin (†Fermentation)
Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil
Menthyl Lactate (†Vegetable Sources)
Sambucus Nigra (Elderberry) Fruit Extract
Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil
Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter
Tocopherol (†Vegetable Sources)
Ceramide Np (†Fermentation)
Trigonella Foenum-Graecum (Fenugreek) Seed Extract
Moringa Oleifera (Moringa) Seed Oil
Limnanthes Alba (Meadowfoam) Seed Oil
Phytosphingosine (†Fermentation)
Macadamia Integrifolia (Macadamia) Seed Oil
Myrothamnus Flabellifolia (Resurrection Flower) Leaf/Stem Extract
Vanilla Planifolia (Vanilla) Fruit Extract. May Contain/ Peut Contenir: Ci 75470 (Carmine†Cochineal Extract)
Ci 77891 (Titanium Dioxide †Mineral Sources)
Ci 77491
Ci 77492
Ci 77499 (Iron Oxides †Mineral Sources)

Toups & Co

Organic Lip Gloss

Free From: Gluten Free, Non-GMO, Paraben Free, PFAS Free, Phthalate Free, Sulfate Free
Highlights: Breastfeeding safe, Recyclable packaging, Money-back guarantee, High shine finish, Traditional gloss

8.2

Performance score

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Toups & Co
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Oil-and-butter based formula that glides on with a glossy, non-sticky finish. It doubles as a hydrating lip treatment rather than just sitting on top of dry lips.
Available in 11 shades ranging from clear to deep berry red, plus a shimmer option. Can be worn alone or layered over lipstick for added shine.
Because this is a lip product, whatever's on your lips inevitably gets ingested. The formula is built entirely from food-grade organic oils, butters, and plant extracts, which matters more for non-toxic lip glosses than almost any other makeup category.
Handcrafted in small batches in coastal Alabama by a husband-and-wife team that started out making tallow-based skincare on their farm. The brand sources organic ingredients from small U.S. farms focused on regenerative practices.
Shelf life is about one year once opened, shorter than conventional glosses that use synthetic preservatives to last indefinitely.

Zuzu Luxe

Sheer Lip Gloss

Free From: Cruelty Free
Highlights: Vegan, Cruelty-free, Made in USA, High shine finish, Traditional gloss, SPF protection

8.1

Performance score

Where to buy

Amazon
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Pros

No noticeable flavor or scent, which is a relief if flavored glosses bother you.
Leaves lips feeling soft and moisturized, not just glossy.
Colors appear softer and more wearable in person than they look online.
Lightweight and shiny without feeling heavy on the lips.

Cons

Color wears off fairly quickly and needs reapplication after eating or drinking.
The applicator doesn't reach the last half inch of product in the tube, so some gloss goes to waste.
The tube is small; a few people felt the amount of product was underwhelming.

Sheer, glossy finish rather than full-coverage color. The formula is designed to layer over lipstick or lip liner for added shine, or wear on its own for a subtle wash of color.
Comes with a slightly angled applicator tip, which helps with precision along the lip line compared to a standard doe-foot wand.
The base is built on plant-derived oils and botanical extracts rather than silicones or mineral oil, so it feels moisturizing rather than slick or plasticky on the lips.
Available in around 11 shades ranging from warm nudes to reds, so there's a wider shade range than many non-toxic lip glosses offer.
Zuzu Luxe is a line under Gabriel Cosmetics, a small U.S.-based company that manufactures domestically and sources its mica through fair-trade suppliers.

Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil
Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil
Bisabolol
Euphorbia Cerifera (Candelilla) Wax
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Glycerin
Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter
Prunus Armeniaca (Apricot) Kernel Oil
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract
Crithmum Maritimum (Sea Fennel) Extract
Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract
Cetyl Alcohol
Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oil
Iron Oxides
Mica
Hypericum Perforatum (St. John’S Wort) Extract
Titanium Dioxide

RMS Beauty

Liplights Cream Lip Gloss

Free From: Cruelty Free
Highlights: Vegan, Cruelty-free, Made in Canada, Fragrance-free, Recyclable packaging, High shine finish, Traditional gloss

7.6

Performance score

Where to buy

Amazon
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Pros

Not sticky, which is the most consistently praised quality across colors.
Leaves lips feeling soft, hydrated, and smooth rather than dried out.
Colors are sheer and natural-looking, giving a subtle flush rather than heavy pigment.
No noticeable scent or flavor.

Cons

The tube is very small; multiple people noted you get limited applications for the price.
The metal tube can be difficult to squeeze, especially on first use; the thick consistency sometimes makes product hard to dispense evenly.
Melts and gets runny in warm temperatures, so it can't be stored in a car or warm environment.

Part gloss, part treatment balm, part volumizer. It uses plumping peptides to add subtle fullness without any stinging sensation, while botanical butters work as a lip treatment underneath the shine.
One shade (Bare) uses pH-reactive technology: the color is actually colorless until it contacts the moisture and pH of your lips, so it develops into a slightly different pink on everyone.
Comes in a squeeze tube rather than a doe-foot applicator, with a slanted tip for more controlled placement. The tube format means you can get to the last bit of product before recycling it.
The texture is creamy and dewy rather than slick or sticky, so it reads more like a tinted balm with a glossy finish than a traditional lip gloss.
RMS Beauty was founded by a career makeup artist who wanted professional-quality color cosmetics made with raw and food-grade ingredients. Among non-toxic lip glosses, the brand's approach leans heavily on minimal processing and ingredient transparency, including full fragrance disclosure.
Clinically tested for 24-hour hydration and repair, and rated suitable for sensitive skin by dermatologists.

Hydroxystearic/Linolenic/Oleic Polyglycerides
Theobroma Cacao (Cocoa) Seed Butter
Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil
Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter
Euterpe Oleracea Sterols
Ricinus Communis (Castor) Seed Oil
Copernicia Cerifera (Carnauba) Wax/Cera Carnauba/Cire De Carnauba
Polyhydroxystearic Acid
Dimer Dilinoleyl Dimer Dilinoleate
Coco-Caprylate/Caprate
Punica Granatum Flower Extract
Mica
Polyglyceryl-3 Diisostearate
Tocopherol
Vanillin
Cetearyl Ethylhexanoate
Sorbitan Isostearate
Portulaca Pilosa Extract
Sucrose Cocoate
Palmitoyl Tripeptide-38
Tin Oxide
Titanium Dioxide (Ci 77891)
Iron Oxides (Ci 77491, Ci 77492, Ci 77499)
Red 7 Lake (Ci 15850)

How to Swap to Non-Toxic lip glosses:

Here's how to swap to non-toxic lip glosses:

What to know about lip gloss

Lip gloss sits directly on your lips, one of the most absorptive areas of your body. Because it's often reapplied throughout the day and easily ingested, the ingredients in your gloss matter more than you might think.

Welpr looks at the full formula, including pigments, fragrances, preservatives, and whether the product contains endocrine disruptors like parabens or phthalates.
Products applied near or on the mouth deserve extra attention since small amounts are regularly swallowed during eating and drinking.

Review the lip gloss you already use

Use the Welpr Personal Care and Cosmetic Scanner to check the ingredients in your current lip gloss. It will flag anything that doesn't meet Welpr's standards so you can see exactly where your product stands.

Check glosses you wear daily or reapply frequently first, since higher use means more exposure.
Look for the words "fragrance" or "parfum" on the ingredient label — these often indicate undisclosed synthetic ingredients.

Use your current lip gloss more mindfully

If you're not ready to replace your lip gloss right away, small habit changes can reduce how much you take in. Since lip products are easily ingested, being intentional about when you apply can help.

Wipe off or blot your gloss before eating or drinking so less product transfers to your mouth.
Cut back to applying once or twice a day instead of frequent touch-ups, especially with glosses that didn't pass the scanner.

Choose a cleaner lip gloss

Look for lip glosses with simple, intentional formulas built around plant-based oils, natural waxes, and mineral pigments. Fewer ingredients usually means fewer unnecessary additives.

Choose fragrance-free options, or glosses scented only with essential oils or plant extracts — avoid anything listing "fragrance" or "parfum" without full disclosure.
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Camille May

Cofounder & Product Curator

Camille May is the co-creator of Welpr and a guide for clean living. After selling her last company in the health food space, she went non-toxic while working to heal an autoimmune condition....

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Olushola M. Awoyemi

Medical Reviewer, PhD

Olushola M. Awoyemi (aka Shola) is a board-certified toxicologist and a research scientist with a PhD in Environmental Toxicology. Shola's long-term ambition is to be recognized as a world-renowned expert in toxicology,...

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