Glyceryl Behenate

Glyceryl Behenate molecular structure

6-12 month old babies • Skin contact product

Check for Different Age (6 available)

Can older babies use Glyceryl Behenate?

✅
YES - Generally Safe
Danger Score: 3 (Lower is safer)
Quick Answer: Glyceryl Behenate is generally considered safe for 6-12 month old babies when used in topical products. Monitor for any reactions in older babies.

ℹ️General Overview

For babies aged 6–12 months (infant, baby), glyceryl behenate is generally low risk and is used to soften and stabilize creams. But it can sometimes irritate skin and may increase how much other ingredients soak in, so it's not completely without concern.

✅What to Do

If you use a product with this ingredient on a 6–12 month old: use products made for babies, choose formulas with few extra active chemicals, test a small amount on a patch of skin (inner thigh or forearm) and wait 24 hours, avoid broken or red skin, keep it away from the eyes and mouth, use sparingly and not more often than needed, and stop use and talk to your pediatrician if you see redness, swelling, blistering, or if the baby seems uncomfortable.

⚠️Warnings

Industry safety reviewers note it can act as a penetration enhancer and that there are recommended limits on its use (Cosmetic Ingredient Review). Also, irritation to skin or eyes has been reported (Cosmetic Ingredient Review). The ingredient has been designated for limited safe use in food by regulators (US FDA), which supports low systemic toxicity but does not change the need to be cautious on baby skin. Watch for any sign of irritation and avoid use on damaged skin or with other strong actives that could be driven into skin.

Confidence: MEDIUM

Are you holding the product?

Scan the full ingredient label and understand if it's safe for your child.

Scan the full label for free
Get instant analysis of all ingredients together

Safety Risk Labels

This ingredient has the following documented risks:

Irritant: An industry safety review found strong evidence this ingredient can irritate skin, eyes or lungs. That means it can cause redness, itching or rashes — which is more likely on sensitive baby skin. This finding and the recommended limits on use come from the Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR).
Absorbed: A safety review notes this ingredient can act as a penetration enhancer, meaning it helps substances get through the skin. It is also used in food in limited ways, so a child could get exposed from more than one route. Taken together, these points (noted by CIR and FDA sources) mean the ingredient can be absorbed through the skin and add to overall exposure.

Tap or hover over labels to see detailed risk information.

Alternative Names for Glyceryl Behenate

This ingredient may also be listed as:

glyceryl behenateGLYCEROL MONOBENHENATEGLYCERIN MONOBEHENATEDOCOSANOIC ACID, MONOESTER WITH 1,2,3-PROPANETRIOLDOCOSANOIC ACID, 2,3-DIHYDROXYPROPYL ESTERDOCODANOIN, MONO-2,3-DIHYDROXYPROPYL DOCOSANOATEBEHENIC ACID MONOGLYCERIDEMONOESTER WITH 1,2,3-PROPANETRIOL DOCOSANOIC ACID2,3-DIHYDROXYPROPYL ESTER DOCOSANOIC ACIDMONO- DOCODANOIN

Always check ingredient labels carefully, as ingredients may be listed under different names.

Products Containing Glyceryl Behenate

This ingredient is found in the following products:

This list shows products that contain Glyceryl Behenate or its alternative names.

Common Questions About Glyceryl Behenate

Can older babies safely use Glyceryl Behenate?

Yes, Glyceryl Behenate is generally considered safe for 6-12 month old babies based on current research.

What are the irritant risks of Glyceryl Behenate for older babies?

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.

What are the absorbed risks of Glyceryl Behenate 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 Glyceryl Behenate?

Glyceryl Behenate 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 Glyceryl Behenate?

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.

📱

Want to scan another product?

Use our camera scanner to analyze more ingredient labels

Scan Another Product