Cetaphil baby Daily Lotion with natural calendula

Heliotropine also known as piperonal is a fragrance ingredient with sensitization risk not recommended for infants under 6 months

For newborns and babies (0–6 months): be cautious. Propylene glycol can irritate sensitive skin and helps other chemicals get through the skin. Babies’ skin is thinner, so they can be more affected.

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.

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.

For newborns and babies (0–6 months) this ingredient is not the safest choice. It is usually low risk for adults, but baby skin is more sensitive and there are concerns about possible contamination during manufacturing.

For infants and newborns (0-6 months): this ingredient is generally low risk in adults but there is very little information for babies. Because babies have very soft, thin skin that absorbs more, we should be cautious.

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

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.

For infants (0-6 months): Carbomer is a common ingredient used to thicken creams and wipes. By itself it is not known to be dangerous and does not easily get into the body, but babies have very delicate skin so we treat it cautiously.

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.

For infants (0–6 months) sorbitol used in small amounts in baby lotions or wipes is generally safe and unlikely to cause harm. It works like a gentle moisturizer and is considered low risk by food and safety authorities.

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.

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.

For newborns and babies (0–6 months), this is generally a gentle cleansing ingredient with low safety concerns in adults, but babies’ skin is more sensitive and there’s limited data for this exact age. Use caution.

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.

Hexyldecyl Laurate is an emollient with low irritation risk but limited data for infants under 6 months caution advised

For infants (0–6 months): generally considered low risk and used to make skin feel soft and spread products easily. Because baby skin is very thin and more absorbent, use it with care.

For infants (0-6 months) this ingredient is generally low risk when used on the skin. It’s commonly used in baby creams and wipes to keep oil and water mixed and smooth.

Glycine soja soybean oil is a common emollient in baby care products but may rarely cause allergy in sensitive infants

Squalane is a mild oil that helps moisturize a newborn’s skin and is usually well tolerated. For most babies it is low risk, but because infants are very small and still developing, we recommend cautious use.

Panthenol (provitamin B5) is generally safe for infants and newborns. It helps moisturize and soothe baby skin and is rarely irritating. Studies and government reviews do not show it to be toxic when used on skin.

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

Octyldodecanol is a fatty alcohol used as an emollient and skin conditioning agent. It is generally safe and well tolerated in baby lotions for 0-6 months.

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.