For babies 6-12 months (infants), this ingredient is a fragrance that can irritate sensitive skin or airways. It is not well studied in young children and some authorities limit its use in cosmetics, so it’s best to be careful.
If you have a product with this ingredient: avoid using it on babies’ broken or very sensitive skin, do not use it on large areas every day, and prefer fragrance-free options for infants. Before wider use, do a small patch test on a tiny area of your baby’s thigh or inner arm and wait 48 hours to check for redness or swelling. If your baby has any redness, rash, coughing, or breathing changes, stop use and call your pediatrician.
Avoid products that list this as a fragrance ingredient for babies because European cosmetics rules restrict its use. Authorities (European chemical reviews and animal studies) report possible skin and respiratory irritation—watch for redness, swelling, rash, cough, or breathing changes. Long-term risks like cancer or reproductive effects are considered low in available reviews, but data in infants is limited, so err on the side of caution.
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This list shows products that contain Allyl Caproate or its alternative names.
Allyl Caproate is not recommended for 6-12 month old babies due to potential safety risks.
Can cause skin redness, itchiness, or rashes—especially on sensitive baby skin. This is especially important for babies whose skin and systems are still developing.
Banned or heavily restricted in one or more countries. This is especially important for babies whose skin and systems are still developing.
Can be absorbed through the skin and get into the bloodstream. This is especially important for babies whose skin and systems are still developing.
Can make breathing issues like asthma worse in babies and kids. This is especially important for babies whose skin and systems are still developing.
Possible negative effects on the environment This is especially important for babies whose skin and systems are still developing.
Allyl Caproate 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 6-12 month old babies. Use the age selector above to check other ages.
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