Barley Extract
5+ year old children • Skin contact product
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Is this kid-friendly to use Barley Extract?
ℹ️General Overview
For children 5 years and older (kids, school-age children, and teens), barley extract used on the skin is generally safe. The ingredient’s safety summary shows low concerns overall.
✅What to Do
Before regular use, try a small patch test on the inside of the child’s forearm and wait 24 hours. Use products as directed and only on unbroken skin. If the child has a known grain or barley allergy, avoid products with barley extract or check with your child’s doctor first. If any redness, itching, swelling, or other irritation appears, stop use and rinse the area with water.
⚠️Warnings
Watch for allergic skin reactions (redness, hives, itching, swelling). People with known barley/wheat/gluten allergies or with moderate-to-severe eczema should be extra cautious and consider avoiding this ingredient. These cautions come from the ingredient’s safety summary, which lists low-level concerns for allergies but otherwise low concern for other health effects.
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Products Containing Barley Extract
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Common Questions About Barley Extract
Is this kid-friendly to use Barley Extract?
Yes, Barley Extract is generally considered safe for 5+ year old children based on current research.
What are the no known risk risks of Barley Extract for children?
No immediate health concerns found based on current research.
What products contain Barley Extract?
Barley Extract is commonly found in skincare products, cosmetics, and topical applications. Always check ingredient labels before use.
When can kids start using products with Barley Extract?
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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