Allantoin

5+ year old childrenSkin contact product

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Is this kid-friendly to use Allantoin?

YES - Generally Safe
Danger Score: 1 (Lower is safer)
Quick Answer: Allantoin is generally considered safe for 5+ year old children when used in topical products. Kids may have different tolerance levels.

ℹ️General Overview

For children 5 years and older (kids, children, teens), allantoin is generally safe to use on the skin and is considered low risk when used in normal skin creams, lotions, and wipes.

What to Do

Use products as directed and choose those made for children when possible. Do a small patch test on a child’s inner forearm before regular use. Avoid applying to broken or very irritated skin. Stop use and rinse if you see redness, swelling, or a rash, and check with your child’s pediatrician if you are unsure.

⚠️Warnings

Safety reviews note limits on how much is typically used in products and mention some data gaps about maximum concentrations (source: Cosmetic Ingredient Review). A Canadian assessment did not find it to be toxic (source: Environment Canada). Also, some product verification programs restrict use unless a maker provides safety data — so prefer products that list safe use for children. Watch for rare allergic reactions or irritation and avoid use on broken skin, near the eyes, or on mucous membranes.

Confidence: HIGH

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Safety Risk Labels

This ingredient has the following documented risks:

No Known Risk: Government and industry safety reviews find no evidence that topical use of this ingredient harms organs, builds up in the body, or damages the environment. Reviewers do note some gaps in the safety data and recommend following concentration limits and proper testing for products, but no real hazards were identified for normal skin use.

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Alternative Names for Allantoin

This ingredient may also be listed as:

allantoinAKOS016038547DB11100SDCCGMLS-0066595.P001AKOS000120642STL373778TOX21_110395_11-(2,5-DIOXOIMIDAZOLIDIN-4-YL);UREACS-7741MCULE-10083262865-UREIDOHYDANTOIN; GLYOXYLDIUREIDE; GLYOXYLIC DIUREIDE; CORDIANINE; GLYOXYLDIUREID; (2,5-DIOXO-4-IMIDAZOLIDINYL)UREA

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

Products Containing Allantoin

This ingredient is found in the following products:

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

Common Questions About Allantoin

Is this kid-friendly to use Allantoin?

Yes, Allantoin is generally considered safe for 5+ year old children based on current research.

What are the no known risk risks of Allantoin for children?

No immediate health concerns found based on current research.

What products contain Allantoin?

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

When can kids start using products with Allantoin?

The appropriate age depends on the specific ingredient properties and concentration. This analysis is for 5+ year old children. Use the age selector above to check other ages.

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