Calendula Diaper Cream

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 Calendula Diaper Cream?

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NO - AVOID

Danger Score: 57 (Lower is safer)

Quick Answer: Calendula Diaper Cream contains 18 ingredients. 2 avoid, 5 concerning, 3 caution. Avoid - Contains Dangerous Ingredients 🚫 Always consult your pediatrician for newborns.

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Ingredients Analysis (18 found)

sage oil

🚫9/10

Sage oil contains thujone which is neurotoxic and unsafe for infants topical use may cause irritation or toxicity likely added for fragrance

Irritant - Sage oil contains compounds like thujone and camphor, which can cause skin irritation, redness, or rashes, especially on sensitive baby skin.

Absorbed - Sage oil's active components can be absorbed through the skin, potentially entering the bloodstream, which is a concern for babies with underdeveloped skin barriers.

Hormones - Sage oil contains phytoestrogens and thujone, which may interfere with hormone development and balance, posing a risk to infants.

Confidence: HIGH

cananga oil

🚫8/10

Not recommended for newborns and infants (0-6 months). Ylang ylang (cananga) oil can cause allergic skin reactions and may irritate breathing, and babies’ skin and lungs are more sensitive than older children or adults.

Immune system - This oil is known to cause allergic reactions. EU cosmetic rules list it as a human allergen, the fragrance industry group reports strong evidence it can trigger allergies, and the European chemicals agency notes cases of skin allergy and sensitivity. For babies and kids, this can mean rashes, hives, or other immune reactions if their skin touches products with this oil.

Confidence: HIGH

clary sage oil

🚨7/10

Clary sage oil may cause skin irritation and contains compounds not recommended for infants under 6 months often used for fragrance

Irritant - Clary sage oil is an essential oil that can cause skin irritation, redness, or rashes, especially on sensitive baby skin or if not properly diluted.

Absorbed - Clary sage oil contains compounds that can be absorbed through the skin, potentially entering the bloodstream, which is a concern for babies with developing systems.

Confidence: HIGH

lavender oil

🚨7/10

Lavender oil can cause skin irritation and allergic reactions in infants and is not recommended for babies under 6 months often used for fragrance

Irritant - Lavender oil can cause skin irritation, redness, or rashes, especially on sensitive baby skin, as documented in dermatological studies.

Hormones - Some studies have suggested that topical lavender oil may have hormone-disrupting effects, such as prepubertal gynecomastia in boys, indicating a potential risk for hormone disruption in babies.

Confidence: HIGH

orange oil

🚨7/10

Orange oil can cause skin irritation and allergic reactions in infants and contains sensitizing compounds often used for fragrance

Irritant - Orange oil contains limonene and other citrus compounds that can cause skin irritation, redness, or rashes, especially on sensitive baby skin.

Sun Burn - Orange oil can increase photosensitivity, making skin more prone to sunburn when exposed to sunlight after application.

Confidence: HIGH

rosemary oil

🚨7/10

For newborns and babies under 6 months, avoid using rosemary leaf oil on the skin when possible. It can cause skin irritation or allergic reactions and can make skin soak up other substances more easily. Because babies’ skin is thinner and more sensitive, even ingredients that are often allowed for adults can cause problems in infants.

Immune system - There is strong evidence that rosemary leaf oil can cause allergic or immune reactions in people. This ingredient is listed as a human allergen by the EU cosmetics authority and is noted for immune/allergy concerns by other safety reviewers, so it can trigger allergic responses in some children.

Eczema - Rosemary leaf oil has been identified as a skin allergen and can trigger or make eczema and similar rashes worse. This risk is supported by the EU cosmetics listing and safety reviews that note immune or allergy effects in humans.

Organ Risk - Animal studies show metabolic effects at moderate doses, and a European chemicals agency has classified the ingredient as potentially toxic or harmful in some assessments. That means repeated or high exposures could affect organs like the liver or other systems in animals, so there is some organ risk to note.

Brain Development - Animal research shows neuroendocrine or nervous-system effects at moderate doses. That suggests the oil could affect developing brain or hormone-related brain processes if exposure is high, so there is a possible risk to early brain development.

Absorbed - This oil can act as a skin penetration enhancer, meaning it can help other substances (and itself) get through the skin into the body. The Cosmetic Ingredient Review notes this property, so topical use can lead to absorption into the bloodstream.

Confidence: HIGH

styrax tonkinensis resin

🚨7/10

For newborns and infants (0–6 months), this resin extract can sometimes cause skin or eye irritation and, in a few people, allergic skin reactions. Because baby skin is very delicate, it’s safer to avoid products that contain it.

Organ Risk - A European chemical agency has classified this resin as “toxic or harmful” for non-reproductive organs. That means it could harm organs like the liver, kidneys, or lungs if exposure is repeated. A different government body reviewed the same ingredient and found no expected organ toxicity, so experts do not fully agree. Because one major agency flagged it as harmful, this is a real organ risk to know about.

Confidence: MEDIUM

petitgrain oil

⚠️5/10

Petitgrain oil is a citrus-derived essential oil with potential skin sensitization risk. Use with caution in 0-6 month baby topical products due to immature skin barrier.

Irritant - Petitgrain oil contains natural fragrance compounds (such as linalool and limonene) that can cause skin irritation, especially on sensitive baby skin.

Confidence: HIGH

glyceryl linoleate

⚠️4/10

For newborns and babies under 6 months: this ingredient softens skin but may make skin absorb more and can cause irritation. Because baby skin is very delicate, extra caution is needed.

Irritant - A safety review by a cosmetic industry panel found strong human evidence that this ingredient can cause skin, eye, or lung irritation. The panel also recommends limits on how it is used in products, because it can be a real irritant—this matters for babies with very sensitive skin.

Absorbed - The same industry safety review lists this ingredient as a penetration enhancer. That means it can help other substances get through the skin and into the body, increasing what is absorbed after topical use.

Environmental - A government assessment flagged this chemical as a suspected environmental toxin. Even though it is not thought to persist or build up in organisms, there is a real concern it could harm wildlife or ecosystems.

Confidence: MEDIUM

sweet almond oil

⚠️4/10

Sweet almond oil may cause allergic reactions in infants especially those with nut allergies used as emollient but caution is needed for 0-6 months

No Known Risk - Sweet Almond Oil is widely used in baby skincare products and is generally considered safe for topical use on babies. There is no strong evidence linking it to irritation, allergies, or other health risks in the general population, except in rare cases of nut allergies. For most babies, it does not pose any known health risks based on current research.

Confidence: MEDIUM

beeswax

✅3/10

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

Confidence: MEDIUM-HIGH

calendula flower extract

✅3/10

For infants (0–6 months): generally low risk when used in small amounts in baby lotions or wipes made for newborn skin. But because it’s a plant extract, some babies can get a skin reaction, especially if they or family members are allergic to daisies/marigolds.

No Known Risk - Safety reviews for this calendula flower extract show only low-level concerns for cancer, allergies, and effects on growth/reproduction. Industry safety panels note limits on how much can be used and say some data are missing, but there is no clear evidence of real harm when used on the skin. Some verified product programs restrict its use unless makers provide extra safety information.

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

hectorite

✅3/10

Hectorite is a clay used to thicken creams and lotions. For infants (0-6 months) it appears low-risk in general tests, but experts have said there should be limits on how it is used and at what amounts. Because babies’ skin is very delicate, it’s best to be cautious.

Confidence: MEDIUM

lanolin

✅3/10

Lanolin is generally safe as a moisturizer but may cause allergic reactions in sensitive infants especially under 6 months

Confidence: HIGH

sesame seed oil

✅3/10

Sesamum Indicum Seed Oil is sesame oil used as an emollient. Rare allergy risk exists especially in infants. Generally safe but caution for 0-6 months.

No Known Risk - Sesame oil is generally considered safe for topical use on baby skin, with no strong evidence linking it to major health risks such as irritation, hormone disruption, or long-term effects. Allergic reactions are possible but rare, and not enough to warrant a specific risk label based on current research.

Confidence: MEDIUM

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

water

✅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.

No Known Risk - Regulatory reviews (Environment Canada) find plain water is not expected to be toxic, not bioaccumulative, and not an environmental toxin. Safety summaries list no concerns above a low level for organ harm, reproductive effects, or other long‑term risks for topical use, so no specific health risks are identified for use on skin.

Confidence: HIGH

Common Questions About Calendula Diaper Cream

Is this newborn-safe? Calendula Diaper Cream

Calendula Diaper Cream is not recommended for 0-6 month old babies due to potentially harmful ingredients.

What ingredients should I watch out for?

We analyzed 18 ingredients in Calendula Diaper Cream. 2 avoid, 5 concerning, 3 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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