calendula EVERYDAY LOTION

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Is this safe for 0-6 month old newborns to use calendula EVERYDAY LOTION?

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NO - AVOID

Danger Score: 25 (Lower is safer)

Quick Answer: calendula EVERYDAY LOTION contains 22 ingredients. 3 concerning, 3 caution. Concerning - Has Problematic Ingredients ⚠️ Always consult your pediatrician for newborns.

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Ingredients Analysis (22 found)

anise seed extract

🚨7/10

For infants (0-6 months) anise seed extract is not recommended. It is known to cause skin allergies in some people, and baby skin is more likely to react.

Immune system - This extract is flagged as a known human allergen and there is evidence it can cause immune reactions on the skin. The EU cosmetics authority lists it as an allergen and a European chemicals review notes cases of dermal allergy, so it can trigger allergic responses in some children if applied to skin.

Irritant - Regulatory review found limited evidence of dermal toxicity and allergic skin reactions. That means the extract can cause skin irritation like redness, itching, or stinging in sensitive individuals, including babies and young children.

Eczema - Because it is reported to cause skin allergies and irritation, it may trigger or make eczema worse in children who are prone to atopic or contact dermatitis. This concern is based on the allergen listings and dermal reaction reports from European safety reviews.

Confidence: MEDIUM

clary sage

🚨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

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

basil leaf extract

⚠️5/10

Ocimum basilicum leaf extract is basil extract which may cause irritation or allergy in infants under 6 months and lacks safety data for this age group

No Known Risk - Basil leaf extract is generally considered safe for topical use, with no strong evidence linking it to irritation, allergies, hormone disruption, or other health risks in babies. There are no known reports of toxicity or adverse effects in infants from topical application, so it is considered low risk based on current research.

Confidence: MEDIUM

aloe vera leaf juice

⚠️4/10

Limited safety data for aloe on infants under 6 months possible allergen may cause irritation used as moisturizer

Irritant - Aloe vera leaf juice can cause skin irritation or allergic reactions in some sensitive individuals, including babies, especially if the product is not properly purified or contains latex from the leaf.

Confidence: LOW

phytic acid

⚠️4/10

For infants (newborns and babies 0–6 months): phytic acid is generally low risk for most people, but baby skin is very delicate and can be more easily irritated or absorb ingredients. Because of that, it’s safer to avoid phytic acid in products you put on a baby’s skin whenever possible.

Hormones - A safety review found studies where this ingredient changed hormone activity at low doses. This means it may affect natural hormone development in babies or children (source: Cosmetic Ingredient Review).

Organ Risk - A European chemical agency classified it as potentially harmful to organs with repeated exposure, though another regulator gave a more benign view. Because one major regulator flagged organ toxicity, there is a real risk to organs like the liver or kidneys if exposure is high or repeated (source: European Chemicals Agency).

Absorbed - A cosmetic safety review notes this ingredient can be absorbed through the skin. That means what is put on the skin can get into the body, so other risks (like hormone or organ effects) are more relevant (source: Cosmetic Ingredient Review).

Confidence: MEDIUM

calendula flower infusion

✅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

evening primrose oil

✅3/10

Oenothera Biennis Oil is evening primrose oil used as an emollient but limited safety data for infants under 6 months so minor concerns

No Known Risk - Evening Primrose Oil is generally considered safe for topical use, including on sensitive skin, and there is no strong evidence linking it to any of the listed risks when used externally. There are rare reports of mild irritation, but these are not common or severe enough to warrant a specific risk label. No major health authorities have flagged it for baby safety concerns in topical applications.

Confidence: MEDIUM

French lavender

✅3/10

For newborns and infants (0–6 months), this lavender extract is best treated with caution. It has a generally low hazard record, but plant extracts can sometimes irritate sensitive baby skin.

No Known Risk - The supplied safety review for this topical ingredient did not find any concerns above low. That means no clear risks (such as hormone disruption, organ damage, cancer links, or breathing problems) were reported for typical topical use. The ingredient is noted as restricted by a product‑verification program unless extra safety data are provided, but the review itself did not identify health hazards.

Confidence: HIGH

glyceryl caprylate

✅3/10

For infants (0–6 months): this ingredient is usually low risk in adults, but because newborn skin soaks up products more easily and there are notes from safety reviewers about possible hormone effects and increased absorption, it’s safer to be cautious with babies.

Confidence: MEDIUM

safflower oleosomes

✅3/10

For infants (0-6 months): this ingredient is likely low risk in general, but there is limited data for very young babies and their skin absorbs more, so extra caution is wise.

Confidence: MEDIUM

canola oil

✅2/10

For newborns and infants (0-6 months) canola oil used on the skin is generally safe and commonly used as a mild moisturizer. Most babies tolerate it well, but because baby skin is very delicate, I recommend being careful and watching for any irritation.

Confidence: MEDIUM

cetearyl alcohol

✅2/10

For infants and newborns (0–6 months): Cetearyl alcohol is a common ingredient that helps creams and lotions feel smooth. When it is used in products made for babies it is usually low risk, but baby's skin is delicate so be a little cautious.

Confidence: MEDIUM

cetyl alcohol

✅2/10

For newborns and infants (0–6 months): cetyl alcohol is usually safe when used in small amounts in baby products. It helps creams feel smooth and rarely causes reactions, but baby skin is extra sensitive and some experts want more safety data.

Confidence: MEDIUM

glyceryl stearate

✅2/10

For newborns and babies 0–6 months: this ingredient is commonly used in baby lotions and is usually low risk. Still, baby skin is thinner and soaks up things more easily than older children, so extra care is wise.

Confidence: MEDIUM

levulinic acid

✅2/10

For newborns and infants (0–6 months), levulinic acid is generally considered low risk by government and independent reviewers. However, because baby skin is very sensitive and there are limited studies in this exact age group, we recommend extra caution.

No Known Risk - Official safety reviews and government assessments find low concern for this ingredient. Reviews say it is unlikely to cause cancer, is allowed for limited use in food, is not expected to harm organs, and is not likely to persist or build up in the environment or body. A cosmetic expert review notes safe use when following limits on concentration and impurities. For typical topical use, there are no higher-than-low concerns reported.

Confidence: MEDIUM

yucca root extract

✅2/10

For newborns and young babies (0–6 months), yucca root extract is generally low risk and is often used to cleanse or soothe skin. Because baby skin is very sensitive, it can still cause mild irritation or an allergic reaction in rare cases.

No Known Risk - Available safety assessments for this topical plant extract show only low-level concerns for cancer, allergies or immune effects, developmental or reproductive harm, and no use restrictions. No ingredient-specific hazards were identified in the reviewed data, so there are no real risks flagged for children when used as directed. As with any botanical, if a child has a known plant allergy, test a small area first and stop use if irritation appears.

Confidence: MEDIUM

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

safflower seed oil polyglyceryl-4 esters

✅1/10

Safflower seed oil polyglyceryl-4 esters are mild emulsifiers derived from natural oils and glycerin, commonly used in baby lotions for gentle moisturizing and safe for 0-6 month babies.

No Known Risk - Safflower Seed Oil Polyglyceryl-4 Esters is generally considered safe for topical use, with no evidence in current research linking it to irritation, hormone disruption, cancer, or other health risks in babies. It is a mild, plant-derived emulsifier and there are no known reports of adverse effects or regulatory restrictions for this ingredient in baby care products.

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

calendula extract in vegetable glycerin

✅1/10

Calendula extract in vegetable glycerin is commonly used in baby lotions for soothing skin and is generally very safe for 0-6 month babies in topical use.

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 EVERYDAY LOTION

Is this newborn-safe? calendula EVERYDAY LOTION

calendula EVERYDAY LOTION is not recommended for 0-6 month old babies due to potentially harmful ingredients.

What ingredients should I watch out for?

We analyzed 22 ingredients in calendula EVERYDAY LOTION. 3 concerning, 3 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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