For toddlers (1ā2 years) this ingredient looks mostly low risk for long-term harms, but it has a moderate chance of causing allergic skin reactions or breathing problems in sensitive children. That means it may be okay in some products, but it deserves caution.
If you must use a product that contains this ingredient on a toddler, choose rinse-off or short-contact products when possible, avoid using it on broken or inflamed skin, and do a small patch test first on a small area of skin. Stop use right away if you see a rash, swelling, redness, or any coughing, wheezing or breathing changes. Prefer products made for young children and talk with your pediatrician if your child has eczema or asthma before using products with this ingredient.
This ingredient is listed in hazard compilations as a human allergen/asthmagen (a known trigger for breathing or allergy symptoms). Because of that, avoid using it on toddlers who have eczema, known skin allergies, or asthma. Watch for new redness, bumps, swelling, itching, coughing, wheeze or difficulty breathing and seek medical care if breathing problems occur.
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This list shows products that contain Dicetyldimonium Chloride or its alternative names.
Use caution with Dicetyldimonium Chloride for 1-2 year old toddlers. Some safety concerns have been identified.
Can make breathing issues like asthma worse in babies and kids. Young children may be more sensitive to these effects.
Could weaken or confuse immune system. Young children may be more sensitive to these effects.
Dicetyldimonium Chloride 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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