0-6 month old newborns • Skin contact product
For infants (0–6 months): chamomile flower extract is usually low risk for adults, but babies’ skin is much more sensitive. It can sometimes cause a rash or allergic reaction, so avoid using it routinely on newborns or very young babies.
If possible, choose products specifically labeled for infants or consult your pediatrician before use. If a product with chamomile is needed (for example to soothe irritated skin), test a tiny amount on a small area of your baby’s thigh or forearm and wait 48 hours to watch for redness, swelling, or rash. Do not put it on broken skin, near the eyes, nose, or mouth. Stop use and call your doctor if you see a rash, swelling, breathing changes, or if your baby seems uncomfortable.
Watch for allergic reactions (redness, rash, hives, swelling, or breathing trouble). Sources that raise these concerns include the European Chemicals Agency (notes limited evidence of skin allergy) and the Cosmetic Ingredient Review (notes uncertain immune effects). A few case reports have raised equivocal concerns about nerve-related or developmental effects (a systematic review on chamomile and a study of herbal use in pregnancy), so be extra careful with infants. Also be aware that some product-safety programs require extra proof before allowing this ingredient in certified baby products—if you want the safest choice, pick items made and tested for newborns.
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Use caution with Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract for 0-6 month old babies. Some safety concerns have been identified.
No immediate health concerns found based on current research. This is especially important for babies whose skin and systems are still developing.
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