Trehalose

2-5 year old preschoolersSkin contact product

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Safe for preschoolers to use Trehalose?

YES - Generally Safe
Danger Score: 0 (Lower is safer)
Quick Answer: Trehalose is generally considered safe for 2-5 year old children when used in topical products. Consider preschooler activity levels.

ℹ️General Overview

Trehalose is a sugar used to moisturize skin. For toddlers and preschoolers (ages 2–5) it is considered very low risk when used on the skin.

What to Do

When using a product with trehalose on a 2–5 year old: do a small patch test first on the arm, avoid applying to cuts or sore skin, keep the product away from the child’s eyes and mouth, and stop use if you see redness or a rash.

⚠️Warnings

There are no major safety flags from government reviews (Environment Canada) or industry reviewers, but some industry guidance recommends limits on concentrations or attention to purity in product formulations (Cosmetic Ingredient Review). If you notice skin irritation, swelling, blisters, or any worrying reaction, stop use and contact your pediatrician. Avoid letting young children ingest concentrated product.

Confidence: HIGH

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Safety Risk Labels

This ingredient has the following documented risks:

No Known Risk: A government chemical review found trehalose is not expected to be harmful to organs, does not stay in the environment, and does not build up in the body. An industry safety review only lists routine recommendations about product concentration or purity (not health hazards). For topical use there are no documented risks identified by these assessments.

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Alternative Names for Trehalose

This ingredient may also be listed as:

trehaloseNCGC00248923-01CCG-208048ALPHA-D-GLCP-(1↔1)-ALPHA-D-GLCPAS-10470SB19117AM83982DB12310(2R,3S,4S,5R,6R)-2-(HYDROXYMETHYL)-6-{[(2R,3R,4S,5S,6R)-3,4,5-TRIHYDROXY-6-(HYDROXYMETHYL)OXAN-2-YL]OXY}OXANE-3,4,5-TRIOLAKOS016010347SMP1_000299

Always check ingredient labels carefully, as ingredients may be listed under different names.

Products Containing Trehalose

This ingredient is found in the following products:

This list shows products that contain Trehalose or its alternative names.

Common Questions About Trehalose

Safe for preschoolers to use Trehalose?

Yes, Trehalose is generally considered safe for 2-5 year old children based on current research.

What are the no known risk risks of Trehalose for preschoolers?

No immediate health concerns found based on current research. Young children may be more sensitive to these effects.

What products contain Trehalose?

Trehalose is commonly found in skincare products, cosmetics, and topical applications. Always check ingredient labels before use.

Is this suitable for preschoolers to using products with Trehalose?

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.

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