Dermocrem® (Zinc Oxide Cream) Skin Protectant

skin protectant & rash ointment • For 0-6 month old infants • Skin contact 🧴

skin protectant & rash ointment

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Is this safe for 0-6 month old newborns to use Dermocrem® (Zinc Oxide Cream) Skin Protectant?

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NO - AVOID
Danger Score: 57 (Lower is safer)
Quick Answer: Dermocrem® (Zinc Oxide Cream) Skin Protectant contains 17 ingredients. 3 avoid, 4 concerning, 2 caution. Avoid - Contains Dangerous Ingredients 🚫 Always consult your pediatrician for newborns.

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Ingredients Analysis (17 found)

benzyl benzoate
🚫9/10
Benzyl benzoate is not recommended for newborns and infants under 6 months. It commonly triggers skin irritation and allergic reactions, and a baby’s skin is thinner and more sensitive than an older child’s or an adult’s.
Immune system - This chemical is listed by the EU Cosmetics Directive and by the International Fragrance Association as a known human allergen. That means it can trigger immune reactions in people who touch it, so a child could have an allergic response to a product that has this ingredient.
Irritant - Because regulators require special labeling for allergens, and industry guidance shows strong evidence of allergic responses, this ingredient can cause skin irritation such as redness and itching when used on skin.
Eczema - Regulatory and industry sources identify this ingredient as a skin allergen. That same allergen activity can trigger or make eczema and contact dermatitis worse in sensitive children.
Organ Risk - Workplace safety listings under EU GHS set limits and note that exposures must be kept low. Those restrictions exist because higher or repeated exposures raise concerns about harm from this chemical, so workplace rules show potential organ-related risk with greater exposure.
Confidence: HIGH
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
butylated hydroxyanisole
🚫8/10
Butylated hydroxyanisole is a synthetic antioxidant with potential for skin irritation and possible endocrine disruption not safe for infants
Cancer - Butylated Hydroxyanisole (BHA) is classified as 'reasonably anticipated to be a human carcinogen' by the US National Toxicology Program based on animal studies showing increased cancer risk with long-term exposure.
Irritant - BHA can cause skin irritation, particularly on sensitive or damaged skin, which is a concern for babies.
Hormones - Some studies suggest BHA may have endocrine-disrupting properties, potentially interfering with hormone function.
Absorbed - BHA can be absorbed through the skin, raising concerns about systemic exposure in babies.
Banned - BHA is banned or restricted in cosmetic products in some countries, such as the European Union, due to safety concerns.
Builds Up - BHA is a persistent compound that can accumulate in the body with repeated exposure.
Long-Term Risk - Long-term exposure to BHA has been linked to health risks, including cancer and organ toxicity, in animal studies.
Confidence: HIGH
benzyl cinnamate
🚨7/10
For newborns and babies (0–6 months) benzyl cinnamate is not a good choice. It is a fragrance ingredient that commonly causes skin allergies and rashes. Babies’ skin is very delicate, so even small risks of irritation or allergic reaction are important.
Immune system - This ingredient is identified as a human allergen and possible immune-system toxicant by European regulators and fragrance industry safety groups. Those assessments say it can trigger allergic immune reactions in people, so it poses a real allergy risk for children with sensitive skin or allergies.
Irritant - Safety reviews from European chemical and cosmetics authorities report evidence of dermal toxicity and allergy, meaning the compound can cause skin redness, itchiness, or rashes on contact. That makes it an irritant risk for babies and children who have more sensitive skin.
Eczema - Because the ingredient is linked to skin allergy and dermal reactions by regulators and industry safety bodies, it can trigger or worsen eczema and similar skin conditions in children prone to those problems.
Confidence: HIGH
linalyl acetate
🚨7/10
For infants (0-6 months), linalyl acetate can cause skin allergies or irritation. Newborn skin is extra sensitive, so this ingredient is best avoided on baby skin.
Immune system - Linalyl acetate can turn into strong contact allergens when it oxidizes in air. This allergy risk is noted by regulatory and health authorities, which list it as a human allergen/toxicant and flag immunotoxicity concerns.
Irritant - Oxidized linalyl acetate is linked to skin reactions and dermal toxicity in people. Testing and safety reviews report it can cause contact dermatitis and other skin irritation after topical use.
Eczema - Because it can form potent contact allergens on air exposure, this ingredient can trigger or make eczema and similar skin conditions worse, as noted in clinical reports and chemical safety assessments.
Confidence: HIGH
propylene glycol
🚨7/10
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.
Irritant - The U.S. National Library of Medicine lists this chemical as a skin, eye, and lung irritant. That means it can cause red, itchy skin, sting the eyes, or make breathing uncomfortable — risks that matter for babies and children with delicate skin and airways.
Immune system - A safety review by the Cosmetic Ingredient Review found limited evidence of skin and immune-system effects. This means some people can get allergic or immune reactions after skin contact.
Organ Risk - Environment Canada has classified this ingredient as expected to be toxic or harmful and of medium human-health priority for non-reproductive organ effects. Repeated or heavy exposure could pose risks to organs such as the liver, kidneys, or lungs.
Absorbed - The Cosmetic Ingredient Review identifies this ingredient as a penetration enhancer. It can help itself and other ingredients pass through the skin into the body, so more of the substance may get into the bloodstream.
Asthma - Because it can irritate the lungs (noted by the U.S. National Library of Medicine), inhaling sprays or vapors could make breathing problems or asthma worse in sensitive children.
Confidence: MEDIUM
lavender fragrance
🚨6/10
Lavender fragrance may contain allergens and sensitizers not recommended for infants under 6 months often used for scent
Irritant - Lavender fragrance can cause skin irritation, especially in babies with sensitive skin, due to its essential oil components.
Hormones - Some studies suggest lavender oil may have hormone-disrupting effects, such as acting as a weak estrogen mimic, which is a concern for developing children.
Confuse Hormones - Lavender fragrance contains compounds that may act as endocrine disruptors, potentially confusing natural hormone signals in babies.
Confidence: HIGH
paraffin wax
⚠️5/10
Paraffin wax is occlusive and rarely used in baby wipes or lotions for 0-6 months may cause irritation or block pores use with caution
Irritant - Paraffin wax can cause skin irritation, especially in individuals with sensitive skin or pre-existing skin conditions, which may include babies.
Confidence: MEDIUM
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
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
lanolin
✅3/10
Lanolin is generally safe as a moisturizer but may cause allergic reactions in sensitive infants especially under 6 months
Confidence: HIGH
microcrystalline wax
✅3/10
For newborns and infants (0–6 months) this wax is generally low risk but we are more cautious because some studies show mineral oil/wax components can build up in body tissues. A little occasional use on healthy skin is unlikely to cause problems, but regular heavy use or use on broken skin is not recommended for babies.
Confidence: MEDIUM
sodium benzoate
✅3/10
For newborns and babies 0–6 months: sodium benzoate is a preservative that is generally considered low risk at the small amounts used in skin products, but infant skin is delicate so we take extra care.
Confidence: MEDIUM
sorbitan sesquioleate
✅3/10
For newborns and young babies (0–6 months), this ingredient is generally considered low risk. It’s used as an emulsifier (helps oil and water mix). Still, baby skin is very sensitive, so we recommend being careful.
No Known Risk - Current safety reviews and a government health assessment find no health hazards from normal topical use and classify it as low priority for human health. An industry safety review notes some data gaps and recommends limits on how it is used, but no concerns above low were identified.
Confidence: LOW
liquid paraffin
✅2/10
Liquid paraffin is an occlusive moisturizer used to prevent dryness generally considered safe for infant skin but rare irritation possible
Confidence: HIGH
zinc oxide
✅1/10
Generally safe for topical use on 0 to 6 month babies, commonly used in diaper rash creams and barrier lotions, with minimal absorption through intact skin
Confidence: HIGH
purified 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 Dermocrem® (Zinc Oxide Cream) Skin Protectant

Is this newborn-safe? Dermocrem® (Zinc Oxide Cream) Skin Protectant

Dermocrem® (Zinc Oxide Cream) Skin Protectant is not recommended for 0-6 month old babies due to potentially harmful ingredients.

What ingredients should I watch out for?

We analyzed 17 ingredients in Dermocrem® (Zinc Oxide Cream) Skin Protectant. 3 avoid, 4 concerning, 2 caution. Check the detailed analysis above for specific concerns.

When can newborns start using skin protectant & rash ointment?

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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