Comforting Body Lotion

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Is this safe for 0-6 month old newborns to use Comforting Body Lotion?

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NO - AVOID

Danger Score: 43 (Lower is safer)

Quick Answer: Comforting Body Lotion contains 19 ingredients. 3 avoid, 2 concerning, 2 caution. Avoid - Contains Dangerous Ingredients 🚫 Always consult your pediatrician for newborns.

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Ingredients Analysis (19 found)

Citral

🚫8/10

Citral is a scent ingredient found in perfumes and some plant oils. For newborns and babies (0-6 months) it is more likely to irritate the skin or cause an allergic reaction because their skin is very delicate. It’s safest to avoid it in this age group.

Irritant - This ingredient is classified as a skin, eye and general irritant by EU GHS hazard labels and is reported to cause irritation of skin, eyes and lungs. That means it can cause redness, stinging or sore eyes and skin reactions on sensitive baby skin.

Immune system - Regulatory sources (the EU Cosmetics Directive) and industry guidance (IFRA) list this chemical as a known human allergen or immune-system toxicant. Peer-reviewed reports also show evidence it can trigger immune reactions, so it can provoke allergic responses in some children.

Eczema - Because it is a known skin allergen and irritant (noted by EU cosmetic rules and fragrance industry reports), it can trigger or worsen eczema and similar skin conditions in people who are sensitive.

Asthma - Lung and respiratory irritation are reported in hazard listings (EU GHS), so inhaling or exposure to this ingredient could make breathing problems or asthma worse in sensitive children.

Confidence: HIGH

Geraniol

🚫8/10

For infants and newborns (0-6 months), geraniol is best avoided. It is a fragrance chemical that commonly causes skin allergies, and babies have very delicate skin that reacts more easily.

Irritant - This fragrance ingredient is listed by European cosmetic regulators and fragrance safety groups as a known human allergen and linked to dermal reactions. Regulatory reviews note cases of skin allergy and limited evidence of dermal toxicity, so it can cause redness, itching or rashes on sensitive baby skin.

Immune system - European authorities and the international fragrance body identify this chemical as a human immune-system allergen. That means it can trigger immune responses (allergic reactions) rather than being harmless to the immune system.

Eczema - Because this ingredient is a known skin allergen under EU cosmetic rules and has reports of dermal allergy, it can trigger or make eczema and similar skin conditions worse in children with sensitive or reactive skin.

Environmental - National environmental review notes this substance is suspected to be toxic to the environment. While it is not judged persistent or bioaccumulative, it has been flagged for possible harm to wildlife or ecosystems.

Confidence: HIGH

Limonene

🚫8/10

Limonene is a citrus fragrance ingredient that can irritate newborn and infant skin and can cause allergies, especially after it has been exposed to air and oxidizes. For babies 0–6 months, it’s safer to avoid it.

Immune system - This ingredient is listed as a known human allergen and has multiple regulatory flags for immune-system effects (EU cosmetics and hazard labeling rules, and US regulatory listings). That means it can trigger allergic reactions or other immune effects in some people, including children.

Eczema - Experts and regulatory lists identify this chemical as a skin allergen and sensitizer (EU hazard and cosmetics notices). For babies or kids with sensitive skin or a history of eczema, it can trigger or worsen rash and contact dermatitis.

Irritant - Hazard classifications name this ingredient as a skin and general irritant (EU GHS hazard codes). It can cause redness, stinging, or eye and lung irritation if it touches or is breathed in.

Cancer - The ingredient record flags contamination concerns with formaldehyde. Formaldehyde is classified as a carcinogen by international cancer authorities, so contamination raises a potential cancer-related risk if present.

Builds Up - Some environmental assessments and peer-reviewed studies list this chemical as persistent and bioaccumulative in wildlife (OSPAR and scientific literature), meaning it can build up in the environment and animals over time.

Environmental - Regulatory hazard listings and ecological reviews note possible harm to wildlife and the environment (EU hazard codes and environmental assessments). This means its release or repeated use can be harmful to ecosystems.

Confidence: HIGH

Linalool

🚨7/10

For newborns and babies (0–6 months): linalool is a fragrance ingredient that can cause skin allergies and irritation. Because babies’ skin is very delicate, it’s safer to avoid it when possible.

Immune system - This ingredient is listed as a known human allergen and a possible immune-system toxicant in official cosmetic safety reviews (European cosmetics rules) and is flagged with strong evidence by the U.S. regulator. That means it can trigger allergic reactions or immune responses in some children.

Irritant - Official cosmetic guidance requires labeling for this ingredient because it can cause allergic skin reactions. The safety reviews identify it as a human allergen, so it can cause redness, itching, or rashes on sensitive baby skin.

Eczema - Because this ingredient is a known allergen and can provoke skin reactions, it may trigger or make eczema and similar skin conditions worse in susceptible children.

Cancer - A contamination concern was specifically flagged for formaldehyde being associated with this ingredient. Formaldehyde is recognized in safety summaries as a harmful contaminant linked to cancer risk, so contamination raises a cancer-related concern.

Confidence: HIGH

Fragrance

🚨6/10

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.

Irritant - Fragrance mixtures often contain chemicals that can cause skin irritation, redness, or rashes, especially on sensitive baby skin.

Eczema - Fragrances are known triggers for eczema flare-ups and can worsen symptoms in babies with sensitive or atopic skin.

Asthma - Fragrance chemicals can release volatile organic compounds (VOCs) that may worsen asthma or breathing issues in babies and children.

Hormones - Some fragrance ingredients, such as certain phthalates, are suspected endocrine disruptors that may interfere with hormone development.

Absorbed - Certain fragrance chemicals can be absorbed through the skin and detected in the bloodstream, raising concerns for systemic exposure.

Breast Milk - Some fragrance components, including phthalates, have been detected in breast milk, indicating they can pass from mother to baby.

Banned - Some fragrance ingredients are banned or restricted in the EU and other countries due to health concerns.

Builds Up - Certain fragrance chemicals, such as some phthalates and musks, can accumulate in the body over time with repeated exposure.

Long-Term Risk - Long-term exposure to some fragrance chemicals has been linked to chronic health effects, including hormone disruption and allergic diseases.

Confidence: HIGH

Alcohol

⚠️5/10

Alcohol can cause skin irritation and dryness in babies 0-6 months but is often used as a preservative or solvent in baby lotions. Use with caution.

Confidence: HIGH

Matricaria Flower Extract

⚠️4/10

For infants (0–6 months): chamomile flower extract is usually low risk for adults, but babies’ skin is much more sensitive. It can sometimes cause a rash or allergic reaction, so avoid using it routinely on newborns or very young babies.

No Known Risk - Major safety reviews find only low or unclear concerns. A cosmetic safety panel says this chamomile extract is generally safe in products when used with limits, and the European chemicals agency notes only limited evidence of skin allergy. A few small human studies and a review reported unclear (equivocal) findings for nerve or pregnancy effects, but the data are not strong. No health concern here is rated above low.

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

Cetearyl Glucoside

✅3/10

For newborns and babies (0–6 months), this ingredient is generally low risk when used in small amounts in a product made for babies. Because baby skin is thinner and more sensitive, we take extra caution.

Confidence: MEDIUM

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

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

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

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

Glyceryl Stearate SE

✅2/10

For newborns and babies (0–6 months), this ingredient is generally considered low risk and is commonly used in baby creams. But babies’ skin is very thin, so we are careful.

Confidence: MEDIUM

Hydrogenated Coco-Glycerides

✅2/10

For a newborn or baby (0–6 months): this ingredient is a gentle skin softener and thickener and is generally low risk. Because babies’ skin is extra sensitive, we treat it with extra caution.

No Known Risk - A professional cosmetic safety review (Cosmetic Ingredient Review) notes only low-level concerns and no higher-risk flags. Reported data show low concern for cancer, allergies, and reproductive or developmental harm, and any use limits are handled by industry safety guidance, so there are no identified risks above low.

Confidence: MEDIUM

Cocoa Seed Butter

✅2/10

Theobroma cacao seed butter is cocoa butter used as a skin emollient minor allergy risk but generally safe for baby skin

No Known Risk - Cocoa butter is widely used in baby products and is generally considered safe for topical use on baby skin. 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 cocoa butter itself. Current research and regulatory guidance do not identify cocoa butter as a risk for babies.

Confidence: HIGH

Sweet Almond Oil

✅1/10

Sweet almond oil is commonly used in baby products for its moisturizing properties and is generally safe for 0-6 month babies in topical use.

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: 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

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 Comforting Body Lotion

Is this newborn-safe? Comforting Body Lotion

Comforting Body Lotion is not recommended for 0-6 month old babies due to potentially harmful ingredients.

What ingredients should I watch out for?

We analyzed 19 ingredients in Comforting Body Lotion. 3 avoid, 2 concerning, 2 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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