6-12 month old babies • Skin contact product
For babies 6–12 months: French lavender oil can irritate sensitive skin and there are a few reports linking lavender products to hormone changes in young children. Because of this, it’s safer to be cautious with any lavender on babies.
Prefer products made for babies that list safe, low concentrations. Do not put pure (undiluted) lavender oil on your baby. Avoid leave-on lavender products; if you use a lavender-scented baby shampoo or wash, rinse it off thoroughly. Keep products away from the baby’s face, hands, chest and diaper area. If you try a new product, do a small patch test on a tiny area of skin and wait 24 hours to watch for redness or rash.
Watch for skin redness, rash, swelling, or any unusual changes in breast tissue or body that concern you. A published case report titled "Lavender Products Associated With Premature Thelarche and Prepubertal Gynecomastia: Case Reports and Endocrine-Disrupting Chemical Activities (2019)" linked repeated topical lavender use with hormone-related changes in children — this is the reason for extra caution. Also note that some product standards restrict this ingredient unless justified. If you see any reaction or unusual changes, stop use and contact your pediatrician.
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Lavandula stoechas oil is not recommended for 6-12 month old babies due to potential safety risks.
May mess with natural hormone development in babies and children. This is especially important for babies whose skin and systems are still developing.
Acts like fake hormones in the body, confusing natural signals. This is especially important for babies whose skin and systems are still developing.
Lavandula stoechas oil is commonly found in skincare products, cosmetics, and topical applications. Always check ingredient labels before use.
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