baby leaves

skin protectant & rash ointment • For 0-6 month old infants • Skin contact 🧴

skin protectant & rash ointment

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Is this safe for 0-6 month old newborns to use baby leaves?

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NOT RECOMMENDED

Danger Score: 6 (Lower is safer)

Quick Answer: baby leaves contains 14 ingredients. 1 concerning, 1 caution. Concerning - Has Problematic Ingredients ⚠️ Always consult your pediatrician for newborns.

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Ingredients Analysis (14 found)

rosemary leaf extract

🚨6/10

Rosemary leaf extract comes from the rosemary plant and is used to help preserve or lightly scent skin products. For newborns and infants (0–6 months) it can sometimes cause skin irritation or allergic rashes.

Immune system - This rosemary leaf extract is linked to allergic and immune reactions. A European cosmetics safety rule lists strong evidence that it can act as a human allergen, and a U.S. cosmetics review also flagged immune/allergy concerns. That means it can trigger unwanted immune responses in some people.

Irritant - The ingredient has been identified as a human allergen, which can cause skin redness, itching, or contact reactions when applied to the skin. This is supported by the same European safety finding that showed strong evidence of allergenicity.

Eczema - Because it can cause allergic skin reactions, this extract may trigger or make eczema and similar rashes worse in sensitive individuals, as noted by cosmetic safety reviewers who raised immune/allergy concerns.

Confidence: HIGH

glyceryl behenate

⚠️4/10

For infants (0–6 months) Glyceryl Behenate is not known to cause cancer or long-term harm, but it can make skin more likely to absorb other ingredients and can irritate sensitive skin. Because babies’ skin is very delicate, be cautious.

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.

Confidence: MEDIUM

chamomile flower extract

✅3/10

Chamomile extract is generally safe but may cause rare allergic reactions in sensitive infants used for soothing and anti inflammatory effects

Confidence: MEDIUM

carnauba wax

✅2/10

For infants (0-6 months): carnauba wax is a plant-based wax used to thicken creams and make a light protective layer on the skin. Safety listings rate it as very low concern. Because babies’ skin is delicate and there is limited testing specifically in newborns, we stay cautious but this ingredient itself is not known to be harmful.

No Known Risk - Available safety summaries list only low-level concerns for cancer, allergies/immunotoxicity, developmental and reproductive effects, and use restrictions. No medium or high concerns were found and there is no ingredient-specific evidence showing harm from normal topical use.

Confidence: MEDIUM

castor seed oil

✅2/10

Ricinus Communis Seed Oil is castor oil used as an emollient generally safe for baby skin but rare allergies possible

Confidence: HIGH

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

olive fruit oil

✅2/10

Organic olive oil is generally safe for baby skin but may rarely cause irritation or worsen eczema used as moisturizer or emollient

No Known Risk - Olive oil is generally considered safe for topical use on baby skin, with no strong evidence linking it to irritation, eczema, or other health risks in most infants. While some studies suggest it may worsen eczema in predisposed babies, this is not consistent or proven for the general population. There are no known links to hormone disruption, cancer, organ risk, or other listed risks based on current research.

Confidence: HIGH

shea butter

✅2/10

Shea butter is generally safe as a moisturizer but rare allergies are possible in infants under 6 months

No Known Risk - Shea butter is widely used in baby skincare products and is generally considered safe for topical use. There is no strong evidence linking it to irritation, allergies, hormone disruption, or other health risks in babies. Rare allergic reactions may occur, but these are uncommon and not specific to infants. Current research and regulatory guidance do not identify any significant risks for babies when shea butter is used topically.

Confidence: HIGH

tapioca starch

✅2/10

For newborns and babies 0–6 months, tapioca starch is generally low risk on the skin but needs extra care because it is a fine powder. The chance of skin harm is small, but powders can irritate eyes or be breathed into tiny lungs.

Confidence: MEDIUM

blueberry leaf extract

✅1/10

Blueberry Leaf Extract is a natural botanical ingredient with antioxidant properties and low irritation risk, generally safe for topical use in baby products like shampoo and bodywash.

No Known Risk - Blueberry leaf extract is generally considered safe for topical use, with no evidence in scientific literature linking it to irritation, allergies, hormone disruption, or other health risks in babies. There are no known reports of toxicity or adverse effects when used on skin, and it is not banned or restricted in any country for cosmetic use. Therefore, no risk labels apply based on current research.

Confidence: HIGH

caprylic/capric triglyceride

✅1/10

This ingredient is a gentle, lightweight oil used to moisturize skin. For newborns and babies (0–6 months) it is generally safe when used in normal baby lotions or wipes.

Confidence: HIGH

coconut oil

✅1/10

Coconut oil is generally safe for infant skin and is used as a moisturizer but monitor for rare allergies

No Known Risk - Coconut oil is widely used topically for babies and is generally considered safe. There is no strong evidence linking it to irritation, allergies, hormone disruption, cancer, or other health risks when used on healthy baby skin. Rare allergic reactions are possible, but not common enough to warrant a risk label based on current research.

Confidence: HIGH

sunflower seed oil

✅1/10

Sunflower Seed Oil is generally safe for infant skin and is used as a moisturizer in baby products

No Known Risk - Sunflower seed oil is widely used in baby skincare products and is generally considered safe for topical use. There is no strong evidence linking it to irritation, allergies, or other health risks in babies when used on intact skin. It is not associated with hormone disruption, cancer, or other long-term health effects according to current research.

Confidence: HIGH

Zinc oxide

✅1/10

Generally safe for topical use on 0 to 6 month babies, commonly used in diaper rash creams and barrier lotions, with minimal absorption through intact skin

Confidence: HIGH

Common Questions About baby leaves

Is this newborn-safe? baby leaves

baby leaves is not recommended for 0-6 month old babies due to potentially harmful ingredients.

What ingredients should I watch out for?

We analyzed 14 ingredients in baby leaves. 1 concerning, 1 caution. Check the detailed analysis above for specific concerns.

When can newborns start using skin protectant & rash ointment?

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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