CICASTELA® Moisture Recovery Cream

For infants and newborns (0–6 months), avoid using Zinc PCA. It isn’t needed for baby skin and there are limits on its use in some places.

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.

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For newborns and babies 0–6 months: this ingredient is generally considered low risk in normal cosmetic amounts, but there is little specific testing in infants. Because baby skin is thin and absorbs more, we should be careful.

2-hexanediol is a synthetic solvent and preservative with limited safety data for infants under 6 months use with caution

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.

For infants and newborns (0–6 months): this ingredient is a common emulsifier found in lotions and creams. At normal, low concentrations it is considered low risk and is not linked to cancer or developmental harm. However, newborn skin is delicate and safety studies specifically in babies are limited.

For newborns and infants (0-6 months), this ingredient is usually low risk but infants have very sensitive skin. Most people do not have problems, but rare allergic skin reactions have been reported.

For infants (0-6 months) this ingredient is generally low risk. It’s a non-active ingredient used to thicken or give lotion a smooth feel. The safety listings show few concerns, but very young babies can have extra-sensitive skin.

For newborns and babies (0–6 months), this ingredient is generally considered low risk. It’s a gentle helper that keeps lotions and creams smooth. Because baby skin is very delicate, we are cautious even when risks look small.

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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.

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

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.

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.

For newborns and babies 0-6 months, this ingredient is a skin moisturizer and is usually low risk. However, there is limited research specifically in very young babies, so we should be careful.

Castor oil is generally safe for topical use in infants but rare allergies or irritation may occur used as an emollient or moisturizer

Triisostearin is a softening oil used on the skin. For infants (newborns and babies 0–6 months) the overall concerns are low, but because baby skin is very thin and the ingredient can help other substances get through the skin, we should be cautious.

For newborns and infants (0–6 months), C10-18 Triglycerides are usually safe. They act like skin fats and help moisturize without strong risks. Most long-term or serious health concerns are rated low.

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.

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.

For babies 0–6 months (newborns and infants), avocado fruit extract is usually safe on the skin. It is used to moisturize and rarely causes serious problems.

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.

For infants (0-6 months): Allantoin is generally gentle and considered safe when used on the skin. It soothes and protects and rarely causes allergic reactions. Because baby skin is very delicate, use products made for babies and be cautious.

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.