5+ year old children • Skin contact product
For school-age children (5 years and up), fennel extract used on the skin is generally low risk when used in small amounts. It is a plant extract used for scent and gentle soothing.
If you want to use a product with fennel extract on your child, choose products that list the ingredient at low concentration, do a small patch test on the inside of the forearm and wait 24 hours, avoid putting it on broken or red skin, and keep it away from the eyes and mouth. Stop use and contact your healthcare provider if you see a rash, swelling, or if your child has trouble breathing.
A product-safety verification program marks this ingredient as "restricted" unless manufacturers provide safety evidence, so some brands avoid it. The ingredient database data show low concerns for cancer, allergies, and developmental effects, but parents should still watch for skin allergy or irritation (redness, itching, swelling), and avoid use in children with known allergies to fennel, anise, or related plants.
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Yes, Fennel Extract is generally considered safe for 5+ year old children based on current research.
No immediate health concerns found based on current research.
Fennel Extract 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 5+ year old children. Use the age selector above to check other ages.
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