Dextrose

Dextrose molecular structure

5+ year old children • Skin contact product

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Is this kid-friendly to use Dextrose?

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YES - Generally Safe
Danger Score: 0 (Lower is safer)
Quick Answer: Dextrose is generally considered safe for 5+ year old children when used in topical products. Kids may have different tolerance levels.

ℹ️General Overview

For children aged 5 years and older (school-age kids, tweens, teens), dextrose is a very low-risk ingredient when put on the skin. It’s a common sugar used to help skin hold moisture and is generally considered safe by health authorities.

✅What to Do

Use products that contain dextrose as directed. Before full use, try a small patch on the inside of the forearm and wait 24 hours to check for redness or itching. Avoid putting products with dextrose directly into the eyes or on open cuts. If your child has diabetes or a metabolic condition and is likely to lick the product or put it in their mouth, check with your child’s healthcare provider.

⚠️Warnings

There are no major safety concerns reported by regulatory reviews (U.S. Food and Drug Administration and Environment Canada) — cancer, allergy, and reproductive concerns were all rated low. Still, stop use and talk to a doctor if your child develops irritation, rash, swelling, or signs of an allergic reaction. Keep cosmetic products out of reach of young children to prevent accidental eating.

Confidence: HIGH

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Safety Risk Labels

This ingredient has the following documented risks:

No Known Risk: Regulatory reviews find no meaningful health or environmental hazards for topical use. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration lists dextrose as safe for general or specific limited use in food, and Environment Canada classifies it as not expected to be toxic, not persistent, not bioaccumulative, and not an environmental toxin. Because official assessments show no elevated concerns for cancer, immune effects, or reproductive effects, no other risk labels apply.

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Alternative Names for Dextrose

This ingredient may also be listed as:

dextroseDEXTROSE

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Common Questions About Dextrose

Is this kid-friendly to use Dextrose?

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

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

No immediate health concerns found based on current research.

What products contain Dextrose?

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

When can kids start using products with Dextrose?

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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