1-2 year old toddlers • Skin contact product
For toddlers (1-2 years) lavender flower oil is often low risk, but there are reports it may act like a hormone in some children and it can irritate sensitive skin. Because toddlers are still developing, it's best to be careful.
If you choose to use a product with lavender on a 1-2 year old: 1) Prefer products where lavender is a small part of a fragrance rather than a pure essential oil. 2) Never apply undiluted essential oil to a toddler's skin. 3) Do a small patch test on the inner arm and wait 24–48 hours. 4) Avoid putting it near the face, mouth, or broken skin. 5) Use it rarely rather than daily, and stop use if you see any redness, rash, swelling, or other changes. 6) Keep all essential oils out of reach and never allow a child to ingest them.
Watch for skin redness, rash, swelling, or any unusual breast tissue growth. The hormone-related concern comes from a published report: "Lavender Products Associated With Premature Thelarche and Prepubertal Gynecomastia: Case Reports and Endocrine-Disrupting Chemical Activities (2019-11-01)". Also note that some product-safety verification programs restrict this ingredient unless manufacturers provide adequate safety testing. If you see any worrying signs, stop use and talk with your child’s pediatrician.
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Use caution with Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Flower Oil for 1-2 year old toddlers. Some safety concerns have been identified.
May mess with natural hormone development in babies and children. Young children may be more sensitive to these effects.
Acts like fake hormones in the body, confusing natural signals. 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.
Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Flower Oil is commonly found in skincare products, cosmetics, and topical applications. Always check ingredient labels before use.
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