Childs Farm eczema moisturizing cream fragrance-free

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Is this safe for 0-6 month old newborns to use Childs Farm eczema moisturizing cream fragrance-free?

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NO - AVOID

Danger Score: 14 (Lower is safer)

Quick Answer: Childs Farm eczema moisturizing cream fragrance-free contains 15 ingredients. 1 avoid, 1 concerning, 4 caution. Avoid - Contains Dangerous Ingredients 🚫 Always consult your pediatrician for newborns.

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Ingredients Analysis (15 found)

Benzyl Alcohol

🚫8/10

For newborns and babies 0–6 months: this ingredient has a higher risk of causing allergic skin reactions and irritation. Because infants absorb more through their skin, it’s safer to avoid benzyl alcohol in baby skin products when you can.

Immune system - Benzyl alcohol is a known human allergen with strong evidence of immune effects. Regulators and scientific reviews list it as an allergenic or immunotoxicant and there are human case reports of allergic reactions, so it can trigger immune responses in children.

Eczema - There are strong reports and regulatory listings showing benzyl alcohol can cause allergic skin reactions. Because of this, it can trigger or make eczema and similar rashes worse on sensitive baby skin.

Irritant - There is documented evidence of skin and eye irritation from benzyl alcohol (including agency evaluations of irritation), so it can cause redness, stinging, or rashes—especially on sensitive or infant skin.

Organ Risk - Government hazard classifications and peer-reviewed sources have identified benzyl alcohol as toxic or harmful to organ systems at some exposures. These classifications indicate repeated or higher exposures could affect organs (for example liver or kidneys).

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

Water

⚠️5/10

Water is safe for baby skin and is commonly used as a solvent or base in baby wipes and lotions

Confidence: HIGH

Citric Acid

⚠️4/10

For newborns and infants (0–6 months), citric acid is generally low risk for long‑term harm but can irritate sensitive baby skin or eyes. It is used to balance acidity in many products, but special care is needed for very young babies.

Banned - Health Canada has placed restrictions on the use, concentration, or manufacturing of citric acid in cosmetics in Canada. An industry safety panel (Cosmetic Ingredient Review) also says safe use depends on product concentration and notes data gaps, so makers must limit or document how they use it. Because of these government and industry limits, some safety-verification programs will not allow this ingredient in products without proof it is used safely.

Confidence: HIGH

Isononanoate

⚠️4/10

Isononanoate is not a clearly defined ingredient name and may be a misreading or typo. Cannot assess safety without correct identification.

Confidence: HIGH

Cetearyl Sulfate

⚠️4/10

Cetearyl Sulfate is not a recognized cosmetic or baby care ingredient it may be a misreading or typo of Cetearyl Alcohol or Sodium Lauryl Sulfate

Confidence: HIGH

Dehydroacetic Acid

✅3/10

For newborns and infants (0-6 months): this preservative is generally seen as low risk in adults, but there is limited direct data for babies. Because baby skin is very delicate, we should be careful.

Confidence: MEDIUM

Colloidal Oatmeal

✅2/10

Colloidal oatmeal is generally safe for newborns and infants (0–6 months) when used on the skin. It’s commonly used to calm dry, itchy or irritated baby skin and the safety information provided shows low concerns.

No Known Risk - The ingredient's safety review shows only low-level concerns for cancer, allergies or immune effects, developmental/reproductive harm, and use limits. No hazards above low were identified for topical use in the available review, so no significant health risks were found.

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

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

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

Isopropyl Glyceryl Stearate

✅1/10

Isopropyl Glyceryl Stearate is an emollient and skin conditioning agent commonly used in baby products. It is generally safe and non-irritating for 0-6 month babies.

No Known Risk - Isopropyl Glyceryl Stearate is a common emollient and emulsifier used in topical products with no documented evidence of hormone disruption, organ toxicity, or other risks in babies based on current scientific literature and safety assessments.

Confidence: HIGH

Shea Butter

✅1/10

Butyrospermum Parkii Shea Butter is a natural fat used as an emollient in baby products. It is very safe and commonly used in baby lotions and wipes for 0-6 months babies.

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

Avena Sativa

✅1/10

For infants and newborns (0-6 months), oat extract is generally safe and often used to calm dry or irritated skin. The overall risk is low, but a small number of babies with oat sensitivity may react.

No Known Risk - Available safety reviews note only low-level concerns (small risk of allergic reaction and some limits on how it can be used) and say the ingredient is safe for skin products when used within set limits. No higher-risk findings were identified.

Confidence: HIGH

Aqua

✅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 Childs Farm eczema moisturizing cream fragrance-free

Is this newborn-safe? Childs Farm eczema moisturizing cream fragrance-free

Childs Farm eczema moisturizing cream fragrance-free is not recommended for 0-6 month old babies due to potentially harmful ingredients.

What ingredients should I watch out for?

We analyzed 15 ingredients in Childs Farm eczema moisturizing cream fragrance-free. 1 avoid, 1 concerning, 4 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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