For toddlers (1-2 years), this ingredient can cause skin or breathing irritation in some people. Major health risks like cancer or reproductive harm are reported as low, but this ingredient is restricted in some regions, so be careful with products for young children.
Prefer products made for toddlers that are fragrance-free. If a product lists this ingredient, do not use it as a leave-on cream or oil on a 1-2 year old; if it’s in a rinse-off product (bath or shampoo), use sparingly and rinse well. Before using a new product, do a small patch test on the child’s inner forearm and wait 24 hours to watch for redness or swelling. Keep products off the face, near the nose, and away from broken skin.
Stop use and wash with water if you see redness, rash, swelling, blisters, or if the child coughs, wheezes, or has trouble breathing. The warning comes from regulatory reviews and safety studies: the ingredient is restricted under the EU Cosmetics Directive and has been linked to skin and respiratory irritation in reports from the European Chemicals Agency and occupational studies. Because of these findings, avoid regular or leave-on use on toddlers and seek medical help if breathing problems or severe reactions occur.
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This list shows products that contain Allyl Caproate or its alternative names.
Use caution with Allyl Caproate for 1-2 year old toddlers. Some safety concerns have been identified.
Can cause skin redness, itchiness, or rashes—especially on sensitive baby skin. Young children may be more sensitive to these effects.
Banned or heavily restricted in one or more countries. Young children may be more sensitive to these effects.
Can be absorbed through the skin and get into the bloodstream. Young children may be more sensitive to these effects.
Can make breathing issues like asthma worse in babies and kids. Young children may be more sensitive to these effects.
Possible negative effects on the environment Young children may be more sensitive to these effects.
Allyl Caproate 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 1-2 year old toddlers. Use the age selector above to check other ages.
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