Sorbitan Sesquioleate is an ingredient that helps mix oil and water in creams. For 2–5 year olds (toddlers, preschool children), it is generally low risk when used in normal skin products on unbroken skin.
Choose products made for kids or labeled for sensitive skin. Before regular use, do a small patch test on the inner forearm and wait 24 hours to check for redness or rash. Use the smallest amount needed and avoid applying to broken skin. If your child has eczema or very sensitive skin, check with your pediatrician before use.
Watch for any redness, swelling, itching, or rash after use — stop the product if these appear. Note: industry safety reviews mention limited data about the exact concentrations used in products (Cosmetic Ingredient Review), and government review lists it as not expected to be toxic (Environment Canada). Those reviews are the source of the safety notes and the data gap; if you have concerns, choose products with clear safety testing for children or consult your pediatrician.
Scan the full ingredient label and understand if it's safe for your child.
This ingredient has the following documented risks:
Tap or hover over labels to see detailed risk information.
This ingredient may also be listed as:
Always check ingredient labels carefully, as ingredients may be listed under different names.
This ingredient is found in the following products:
This list shows products that contain Sorbitan Sesquioleate or its alternative names.
Scientific research related to this ingredient:
These research articles provide scientific evidence about Sorbitan Sesquioleate safety and effects.
Yes, Sorbitan Sesquioleate is generally considered safe for 2-5 year old children based on current research.
No immediate health concerns found based on current research. Young children may be more sensitive to these effects.
Sorbitan Sesquioleate 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 2-5 year old children. Use the age selector above to check other ages.
Use our camera scanner to analyze more ingredient labels
Scan Another Product