Check for Different Age (6 available)
Is this safe for 0-6 month old newborns to use Calamine?
ℹ️General Overview
For infants (newborns and babies 0–6 months): calamine is usually low risk for skin use in small amounts, but babies have delicate skin and there is little data on use in this age group, so be careful.
✅What to Do
Only use a calamine product on an infant if your pediatrician recommends it. If allowed, apply a very small amount to a tiny patch of skin first and wait 24 hours to watch for a reaction. Avoid putting it on the face, near the mouth or eyes, on broken or raw skin, or over large areas. Do not let your baby lick or ingest it.
⚠️Warnings
Stop using immediately and call your doctor if you see redness, swelling, a new rash, unusual fussiness, breathing trouble, or any swelling of the face or lips. Note: Environment Canada has reported possible organ-system effects and environmental toxicity for this substance; while typical household topical use appears low risk, these notices are why we advise extra caution for newborns and very young babies.
Are you holding the product?
Scan the full ingredient label and understand if it's safe for your child.
Safety Risk Labels
This ingredient has the following documented risks:
Tap or hover over labels to see detailed risk information.
Alternative Names for Calamine
This ingredient may also be listed as:
Always check ingredient labels carefully, as ingredients may be listed under different names.
Products Containing Calamine
This ingredient is found in the following products:
This list shows products that contain Calamine or its alternative names.
Research Articles on Calamine
Scientific research related to this ingredient:
These research articles provide scientific evidence about Calamine safety and effects.
Common Questions About Calamine
Is this ingredient safe for newborns to use Calamine?
Yes, Calamine is generally considered safe for 0-6 month old babies based on current research.
What are the organ risk risks of Calamine for newborns?
May harm organs like liver, kidneys, or lungs with repeated use. This is especially important for babies whose skin and systems are still developing.
What products contain Calamine?
Calamine is commonly found in skincare products, cosmetics, and topical applications. Always check ingredient labels before use.
When can infants start using products with Calamine?
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.
Want to scan another product?
Use our camera scanner to analyze more ingredient labels
Scan Another Product