Gluten Free Lip Balm

With fall here and winter upon us, most of us will have a chapstick or two on us.  Is finding a gluten free lip balm mission impossible?  It does seem that way these days, and many aren't labeled gluten free to know for sure.  Here is a list of some we know are gluten free and some to stay away from.

Gluten free

• EOS- All EOS lip balms are labeled gluten free and come in many flavors and colors.
• Carmex- There is no gluten in any of their products.
• Blistex- All their lip care products are in fact gluten free.
• Chapstick- This company use to claim it was gluten free, but has changed their answer.  They state their products contain no gluten, but not certified gluten free. So, they will not call it gluten free, guess they leave it up to the consumer.

Not gluten free

• Lip smacker contains wheat germ oil, not considered gluten free. 
• Mary Kay uses a grain related material in their products, not gluten free.
• Burt's Bees will not say it is gluten free, may be processed on equipment with gluten.
• Nivea does not provide ingredients, most likely not gluten free.
• Maybelline not gluten free.

As we know gluten is not absorbed through the skin, however on the lips is a different story.  It is important to find a gluten free lip balm or product that works for you.
You can always contact the company or email them with any questions.