5+ year old children • Skin contact product
For children aged 5 and up (school-age kids, children, and teens), bayberry fruit wax is generally safe to use on the skin. Safety reviews and government assessments report low concerns and do not expect it to be toxic.
Use products containing this wax as directed. Before first use, do a small patch test on the child’s inner forearm and wait 24 hours to check for redness or itching. Use only on intact skin, avoid the eyes and mouth, and keep children from rubbing products into their faces. If a child has a known plant or wax allergy, avoid products with this ingredient.
Watch for any redness, itching, swelling, or rash after application — stop use if any of these happen. Government safety assessment notes it is not expected to be toxic (Environment Canada). Although overall allergy risk is low, individual allergic reactions can occur, so patch-test first and avoid use on broken or irritated skin. Do not let young children ingest the product.
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Yes, Myrica Cerifera is generally considered safe for 5+ year old children based on current research.
No immediate health concerns found based on current research.
Myrica Cerifera 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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