0-6 month old newborns • Skin contact product
For newborns and babies under 6 months this ingredient is not proven harmful, but experts have flagged possible contamination with chemicals like benzene and some acids, and it can sometimes irritate skin or eyes. Because babies’ skin is very delicate, we recommend being careful.
Prefer products labeled for infants and from brands that state the product is free from benzene or impurities. Avoid putting products that list Acrylates Crosspolymer on very young babies' face or on broken skin. If a product is needed, use it sparingly, keep it away from eyes and mouth, and stop use immediately if you see redness, swelling, rash, blisters, or if your baby seems unusually fussy after application. Ask your pediatrician before using a new leave-on product on newborns.
Safety reviewers and industry safety panels note two main concerns: possible contamination with methacrylic acid, acrylic acid or benzene, and the potential for skin/eye/lung irritation. Some product-verification programs restrict this ingredient unless the manufacturer can show it is free of harmful impurities. Do not use products containing this ingredient on preterm infants or on broken skin, and avoid products that do not disclose purity or impurity testing.
Scan the full ingredient label and understand if it's safe for your child.
This ingredient has the following documented risks:
Tap or hover over labels to see detailed risk information.
This ingredient may also be listed as:
Always check ingredient labels carefully, as ingredients may be listed under different names.
This ingredient is found in the following products:
This list shows products that contain Acrylates Crosspolymer or its alternative names.
Scientific research related to this ingredient:
These research articles provide scientific evidence about Acrylates Crosspolymer safety and effects.
Use caution with Acrylates Crosspolymer for 0-6 month old babies. Some safety concerns have been identified.
Connected to cancer risk with long-term or repeated exposure. This is especially important for babies whose skin and systems are still developing.
Can cause skin redness, itchiness, or rashes—especially on sensitive baby skin. This is especially important for babies whose skin and systems are still developing.
Banned or heavily restricted in one or more countries. This is especially important for babies whose skin and systems are still developing.
Acrylates Crosspolymer is commonly found in skincare products, cosmetics, and topical applications. Always check ingredient labels before use.
The appropriate age depends on the specific ingredient properties and concentration. This analysis is for 0-6 month old babies. Use the age selector above to check other ages.
Use our camera scanner to analyze more ingredient labels
Scan Another Product