Ethanol

6-12 month old babies • Skin contact product

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Can older babies use Ethanol?

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USE WITH CAUTION

Danger Score: 4 (Lower is safer)

Quick Answer: Ethanol use with caution for 6-12 month old babies when used in topical products. Monitor for any reactions in older babies.

ℹ️General Overview

For a 6–12 month old baby (infant), ethanol can be used in small amounts but may dry or irritate delicate skin. It can also make the skin let more of other chemicals through, so we stay cautious.

✅What to Do

Choose products with little or no alcohol when possible, especially for full-body use. If using a product with ethanol, use it only on small areas and not every day. Avoid applying on broken, chapped, or very dry skin. After using an alcohol-containing product, apply a gentle moisturizer to help restore the skin barrier. Always keep products out of the baby’s mouth and eyes and supervise to prevent licking or ingestion.

⚠️Warnings

Watch for redness, stinging, excessive dryness, or a rash after use — stop use if these appear. Do not use on broken or irritated skin. Be aware this ingredient can increase absorption of other topicals (based on the provided ingredient safety notes and studies and Environment Canada classifications). If you see severe swelling, breathing trouble, or signs of a bad reaction, seek medical care right away.

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Safety Risk Labels

This ingredient has the following documented risks:

Organ Risk: Environment Canada classifies ethanol as “expected to be toxic or harmful” to non-reproductive organs and lists it as a medium human-health priority. That means repeated or heavy exposure (even from skin use) could hurt organs such as the liver or kidneys.

Long-Term Risk: The ingredient record notes non-reproductive organ-system toxicity at a low-to-moderate level and the Environment Canada classification implies possible effects from repeated or long-term exposure. This points to potential health effects after years of use.

Absorbed: Animal studies (published research in 2003 and 2006) show ethanol can act as a penetration enhancer and change how chemicals move through skin. That means topical ethanol can increase how much of itself or other ingredients get into the body.

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Alternative Names for Ethanol

This ingredient may also be listed as:

sugarcane alcoholethyl alcoholethanolSPECIALLY DENATURED ALCOHOL, 200 PROOF, SDA 35A, CONTAINS ETHYL ACETATESPECIALLY DENATURED ALCOHOL, 200 PROOF, SDA 2B-4, CONTAINS N-HEPTANEDEHYDRATED ALCOHOL, PHARMACEUTICAL SECONDARY STANDARD; CERTIFIED REFERENCE MATERIALETHANOL, ABSOLUTE, REAG. ISO, REAG. PH. EUR., >=99.8% (GC), LIQUID (CLEAR, COLORLESS)SPECIALLY DENATURED ALCOHOL, 200 PROOF, SDA 3C, CONTAINS ISOPROPANOLALCOHOL DETERMINATION-ALCOHOL, UNITED STATES PHARMACOPEIA (USP) REFERENCE STANDARDSPECIALLY DENATURED ALCOHOL, 200 PROOF, SDA 2B-5, CONTAINS N-HEXANEETHANOL CALIBRATION KIT, AMPULE OF 10 X 1.2 ML, CERTIFIED REFERENCE MATERIALETHANOL, FOR SPECTROSCOPY, ANHYDROUS, DENAT. WITH 5% 2-PROPANOL + 5% METHANOLSPECIALLY DENATURED ALCOHOL, 200 PROOF, SDA 40B, CONTAINS TERT-BUTYL ALCOHOL AND DENATONIUM BENZOATE

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Products Containing Ethanol

This ingredient is found in the following products:

This list shows products that contain Ethanol or its alternative names.

Common Questions About Ethanol

Can older babies safely use Ethanol?

Use caution with Ethanol for 6-12 month old babies. Some safety concerns have been identified.

What are the organ risk risks of Ethanol for older babies?

May harm organs like liver, kidneys, or lungs with repeated use. This is especially important for babies whose skin and systems are still developing.

What are the long-term risk risks of Ethanol for older babies?

Linked to long-term health effects after years of use or exposure. This is especially important for babies whose skin and systems are still developing.

What are the absorbed risks of Ethanol for older babies?

Can be absorbed through the skin and get into the bloodstream. This is especially important for babies whose skin and systems are still developing.

What products contain Ethanol?

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

Is this appropriate for older babies to using products with Ethanol?

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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