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Can older babies use Sodium Lactate?
ℹ️General Overview
For babies 6–12 months (infants, little ones), sodium lactate is usually a gentle moisturizing ingredient when it is used in products made for babies and at the right strength. It has low concern for cancer or common allergies, but experts also note limits on how it is used because it can make the skin take up other ingredients more easily.
✅What to Do
Use products that are specifically labeled for infants or baby skin. Avoid products where the ingredient concentration is unknown or that are meant for adults (especially leave-on chemical peels or strong treatments). Before putting a new product on your baby’s skin, try a small patch on a thigh or arm and wait 24 hours to check for redness or irritation. Do not apply to broken, very red, or raw skin. If your baby has very sensitive skin, eczema, or you’re using other active ingredients, check with your pediatrician.
⚠️Warnings
Do not use professional-strength treatments or high-concentration leave-on products on babies — industry safety reviewers (Cosmetic Ingredient Review) set limits on concentration and pH and warn those higher-strength uses are not for home or infant use. Also, sodium lactate can act as a penetration enhancer (noted in an alpha-hydroxy acids position paper), so it may increase how much other ingredients enter the skin; avoid combining it with unknown actives on infant skin. Avoid use on broken or irritated skin. If you see a rash, swelling, or trouble breathing after using a product, stop use and call your pediatrician or emergency services. Sources of these cautions include Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR), a position paper on alpha-hydroxy acids, Environment Canada assessments, and government food/ingredient listings (FDA) that note limited, specific uses.
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Alternative Names for Sodium Lactate
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Common Questions About Sodium Lactate
Can older babies safely use Sodium Lactate?
Use caution with Sodium Lactate for 6-12 month old babies. Some safety concerns have been identified.
What are the banned risks of Sodium Lactate for older babies?
Banned or heavily restricted in one or more countries. This is especially important for babies whose skin and systems are still developing.
What are the absorbed risks of Sodium Lactate 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 are the sun burn risks of Sodium Lactate for older babies?
May increase skin’s sensitivity to sunlight and cause faster burning. This is especially important for babies whose skin and systems are still developing.
What are the irritant risks of Sodium Lactate 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 products contain Sodium Lactate?
Sodium Lactate 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 Sodium Lactate?
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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