ABC Derm Cold-Cream

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Is this safe for 0-6 month old newborns to use ABC Derm Cold-Cream?

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NO - AVOID

Danger Score: 17 (Lower is safer)

Quick Answer: ABC Derm Cold-Cream contains 19 ingredients. 2 concerning, 5 caution. Concerning - Has Problematic Ingredients ⚠️ Always consult your pediatrician for newborns.

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Ingredients Analysis (19 found)

FRAGRANCE (PARFUM)

🚨6/10

Premium Fragrance Oil is a vague term for fragrance blends that may contain allergens or irritants not disclosed. Fragrances often cause skin sensitivity in babies under 6 months.

Confidence: HIGH

SODIUM HYDROXIDE

🚨6/10

For infants and newborns (0–6 months): sodium hydroxide is a strong chemical that can burn or irritate when concentrated. In baby lotions and cleansers it is usually used in tiny amounts to set the product’s acidity and is neutralized in the finished product. Still, because babies have very thin, delicate skin, this ingredient is more worrisome for newborns than for older children or adults.

Banned - This ingredient is restricted for use in cosmetics in some regions. The EU cosmetics rules list limits on its use, and industry safety reviewers say it can only be used safely at certain low concentrations or when specially handled.

Organ Risk - Authorities have flagged possible harm to organs with repeated or high exposures. A national health agency classified it as expected to be toxic or harmful and gave it a medium human-health priority, and a U.S. assessment found toxic effects in animal studies. There is also limited evidence of breathing-related toxicity noted by a medical literature source.

Asthma - There is limited evidence that breathing in this chemical can hurt the lungs or airways. Medical literature notes possible respiratory toxicity, so it could make breathing problems worse if a child is exposed to vapor or mist.

Confidence: HIGH

⚠️5/10

Not evaluated

Confidence: LOW

2-HEXANEDIOL

⚠️5/10

2-hexanediol is a synthetic solvent and preservative with limited safety data for infants under 6 months use with caution

Confidence: LOW

ACRYLATES/C10-30 ALKYL ACRYLATE CROSSPOLYMER

⚠️4/10

For newborns and infants (0–6 months): this ingredient is commonly used to thicken creams and lotions and is not strongly tied to long‑term harm. Still, babies’ skin is very delicate, and there are some reports of irritation and higher concern about possible contamination during manufacturing, so extra care is wise.

Cancer - The ingredient record flags possible contamination with benzene, a chemical that is linked to cancer. Because benzene can be present as a contaminant, there is a real cancer concern for repeated or high exposures.

Long-Term Risk - The data show high contamination concerns and also note gaps in safety data. Contamination with chemicals like benzene and acids raises the chance of harmful effects after years of use, so there is a long-term health risk.

Organ Risk - The ingredient notes possible contamination with acrylic and methacrylic acids and mentions irritation to skin, eyes, or lungs in safety assessments. These contaminants and irritation can harm tissues and organs with repeated or strong exposures.

Confidence: MEDIUM

PARAFFINUM LIQUIDUM/MINERAL OIL/HUILE MINERALE

⚠️4/10

Mineral oil is a common baby moisturizer and can protect skin, but for newborns and babies 0–6 months there are some reasons to be careful. Studies and regulatory reviews have noted possible buildup of some mineral-oil components in body tissues and some people can have allergic or breathing reactions.

Immune system - There is evidence that mineral oil can act as an allergen or harm the immune system. Health review groups and medical literature list it as a possible immune or allergic toxicant, and workplace guidance notes strong evidence for immune effects in people.

Asthma - Mineral oil has been identified as a human respiratory allergen/toxicant, which means it can make breathing problems or asthma worse for some people. Occupational health sources report strong links to respiratory effects.

Organ Risk - Regulatory health assessments classify mineral oil as expected to be toxic or harmful to organs with repeated exposure, and list it as a medium human health priority for non-reproductive organ effects.

Builds Up - Research studies found mineral oil hydrocarbons accumulating in animal and human tissues, showing this ingredient can build up in the body over time.

Absorbed - Because mineral oil hydrocarbons have been measured inside body tissues, they can be absorbed into the body from topical use and not stay only on the skin.

Long-Term Risk - Given its tendency to accumulate in tissues and classifications showing organ toxicity concern, there is a potential for long-term health effects with repeated exposure over time.

Confidence: MEDIUM

PENTYLENE GLYCOL

⚠️4/10

For infants and newborns (0–6 months) pentylene glycol is usually low risk but requires extra care because baby skin is thinner and absorbs more. Most of the time it is safe in small amounts in products, but it can sometimes irritate or very rarely cause an allergic reaction.

Immune system - Human case reports reviewed by a cosmetic safety panel show possible allergic or immune reactions to pentylene glycol. This means some people may have skin or immune responses after using products that contain it.

Absorbed - A formal safety review found pentylene glycol can act as a penetration enhancer, meaning it can help other substances get through the skin and into the body more easily.

Confidence: MEDIUM

BEHENYL ALCOHOL

✅3/10

For newborns and very young babies (0–6 months), behenyl alcohol is generally considered low risk in adults and older children, but there is very little specific information for infants. A small number of reports note rare skin allergy and some limited concern about breathing irritation. Because babies’ skin and lungs are more sensitive, it’s safest to be cautious.

Confidence: MEDIUM

CERA ALBA/BEESWAX/CIRE D'ABEILLE

✅3/10

Beeswax is usually safe for newborn skin when used in small amounts as part of a cream or balm.

Confidence: MEDIUM-HIGH

DICAPRYLYL CARBONATE

✅3/10

For infants and newborns (0-6 months): this ingredient is generally low risk but has only limited testing. Because babies’ skin is very delicate, it’s best to be cautious.

No Known Risk - Available safety reviews show only very low concerns for this ingredient. Tests found limited, mild eye or skin irritation in some studies, but no stronger links to cancer, hormone or brain effects, organ damage, or reproductive problems. Because the evidence of harm is low, this ingredient is not flagged as a real health risk for children in normal topical use.

Confidence: MEDIUM

TOCOPHEROL

✅3/10

For newborns and babies (0–6 months): tocopherol (vitamin E) is usually low risk when used in small amounts on the skin, but baby skin is very delicate. There are some safety notes about possible contamination and a rare chance of skin allergy, so take extra care with infants and newborns.

Confidence: MEDIUM

GLYCERIN

✅2/10

For newborns and infants (0–6 months): glycerin is a common, mild moisturizer found in many baby lotions and wipes. When used at normal levels in products made for babies, it is usually safe and well tolerated.

Confidence: HIGH

SODIUM CITRATE

✅2/10

For infants and newborns (0–6 months) sodium citrate is likely safe when used in small amounts. It’s used to keep products at the right acidity and to help them stay stable. Most safety data show very low concern for long-term health risks, but baby skin can be extra sensitive.

No Known Risk - Reviewed safety information shows only low-level concerns. U.S. food regulators say it is allowed for some food uses, a cosmetic safety panel notes allowed limits and some data gaps but does not show hazards at normal use, and a national environment agency finds it unlikely to harm organs, build up in the body, or persist in the environment. Because no health concern was reported above low, there are no specific risks identified for typical topical use.

Confidence: HIGH

SUCROSE STEARATE

✅2/10

For newborns and infants (0–6 months), sucrose stearate is considered low risk when used on the skin. It is an ingredient that helps creams stay mixed and, by itself, is not known to cause serious health problems.

No Known Risk - Major health concerns (cancer, allergies/immune, and developmental or reproductive effects) are rated low. A regulatory review by Environment Canada says this ingredient is not expected to be toxic, is not persistent or bioaccumulative, and is not an environmental toxin. Based on that information, no specific health or environmental risks have been identified for topical use.

Confidence: MEDIUM

CAPRYLYL GLYCOL

✅2/10

For infants (newborns and babies 0–6 months), Caprylyl Glycol is usually low risk when it’s in baby lotions, wipes, or creams at low amounts. Most babies won’t have a problem, but newborn skin is more sensitive so we recommend extra caution.

No Known Risk - Government and industry safety reviews found no clear health hazards for skin use. Tests say it is not likely to build up in the body, not persistent in the environment, and not harmful to organs. Industry reviewers do note limits on how much can be used and some data gaps, but overall the ingredient is rated low concern for topical use.

Confidence: HIGH

PRUNUS AMYGDALUS DULCIS (SWEET ALMOND) OIL

✅1/10

Sweet almond oil is commonly used in baby products for its moisturizing properties and is generally safe for 0-6 month babies in topical use.

Confidence: HIGH

SUCROSE TETRASTEARATE TRIACETATE

✅1/10

For newborns and infants (0–6 months), this ingredient is considered very low risk. It’s commonly used to make creams feel smooth and work better, and the provided ingredient data flags only low concerns.

No Known Risk - Available safety reviews for this topical ingredient did not find any important health hazards. Key areas people watch for—like cancer, allergies or immune effects, effects on growth or reproduction, organ harm, hormone disruption, and long-term build-up—were not identified as concerns for normal skin use. Because no higher-than-low concerns were reported, there are no specific risks flagged for children from typical topical use.

Confidence: HIGH

XANTHAN GUM

✅1/10

For babies 0–6 months (newborns and infants): xanthan gum is generally very safe when used in skincare like wipes or lotions. It’s a thickener that usually sits on the skin and rarely causes problems.

No Known Risk - Safety reviews and regulatory assessments find no health hazards above a low level for topical use. It is approved for limited use in food, classified as not expected to be toxic and a low human-health priority, and not suspected to be an environmental toxin. Cosmetic industry reviewers note only guidance on concentrations or purity. Because no concern was rated above low, no specific risks were identified for babies or children.

Confidence: HIGH

AQUA/WATER/EAU

✅0/10

Water is very safe for a newborn’s or baby’s skin. Tests and regulatory reviews find no meaningful health risks from water used on the skin.

Confidence: HIGH

Common Questions About ABC Derm Cold-Cream

Is this newborn-safe? ABC Derm Cold-Cream

ABC Derm Cold-Cream is not recommended for 0-6 month old babies due to potentially harmful ingredients.

What ingredients should I watch out for?

We analyzed 19 ingredients in ABC Derm Cold-Cream. 2 concerning, 5 caution. Check the detailed analysis above for specific concerns.

When can newborns start using lotion?

The appropriate age depends on the specific ingredients. This analysis is for 0-6 month old babies. Use the age selector above to check other ages.

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Product Recognition: Product names are identified programatically and may be incorrect. Always verify product identity yourself.

Safety Analysis: Evaluations are for research only - consult pediatricians for medical decisions. Do not rely solely on this analysis.

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