1-2 year old toddlers • Skin contact product
For toddlers (1-2 years old) Polyglyceryl-6 Distearate is generally safe. It’s a mild ingredient used to help mix oil and water in creams. Most children will not have problems, but a small number could get irritation.
Use products with this ingredient sparingly on a toddler’s skin at first. Do a small patch test on the inner forearm and wait 24 hours before using more widely. Avoid applying near the eyes, inside the nose or on broken or very red skin. If you see redness, rash, swelling, or if your child coughs or has trouble breathing after use, stop use and contact your pediatrician right away.
A safety review (Cosmetic Ingredient Review) notes possible skin, eye, or breathing irritation as the main concern — watch for these signs. Other concerns such as cancer, allergy risk, and effects on growth or development are reported as low in the available data, so they are not the focus. Do not use on open wounds or if your child has a known skin sensitivity to ingredients used in personal care products.
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Yes, Polyglyceryl-6 Distearate is generally considered safe for 1-2 year old toddlers based on current research.
No immediate health concerns found based on current research. Young children may be more sensitive to these effects.
Polyglyceryl-6 Distearate 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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