Detangler & leave-in conditioner

shampoo & bodywash & conditioner • For 0-6 month old infants • Skin contact 🧴

shampoo & bodywash & conditioner

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Is this safe for 0-6 month old newborns to use Detangler & leave-in conditioner?

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NO - AVOID
Danger Score: 52 (Lower is safer)
Quick Answer: Detangler & leave-in conditioner contains 18 ingredients. 6 concerning, 4 caution. Concerning - Has Problematic Ingredients ⚠️ Always consult your pediatrician for newborns.

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Ingredients Analysis (18 found)

Cetrimonium Chloride
🚨7/10
For newborns and infants (0–6 months), this ingredient is best avoided when you can. It can irritate delicate baby skin and eyes and may cause allergic reactions in sensitive babies.
Banned - This ingredient is restricted for some uses in cosmetic rules in the European Union and is allowed only at limited concentrations, so some countries limit or control it (EU Cosmetics Directive; Cosmetic Ingredient Review).
Immune system - There is strong evidence this chemical can cause allergic reactions and affect the immune system, including being listed as a human skin toxicant or allergen (Cosmetic Ingredient Review; asthmagen compilation).
Asthma - This substance is listed as an asthmagen and has been linked to respiratory allergies in people exposed at work, so it can make breathing problems worse (asthmagen compilation; peer-reviewed occupational studies).
Irritant - Lab and human data show it can irritate skin, eyes and the lungs in some people, so it may cause redness, stinging, or breathing irritation on contact (European Chemicals Agency; Cosmetic Ingredient Review; peer-reviewed studies).
Organ Risk - Some regulatory reviews and human data flag possible harm to organs after exposure, so repeated or heavy exposure could affect non-reproductive organs (European Chemicals Agency; peer-reviewed toxicology reports).
Fertility - Animal studies show reduced fertility after exposure, so it has been linked to effects on male and female reproductive systems in lab animals (peer-reviewed animal studies on quaternary ammonium compounds).
Brain Development - Lab tests and some human case reports suggest effects on nerve cells and development, so there is concern for effects on early brain growth from exposure (in vitro neurodevelopment studies; European Chemicals Agency case reports).
Hormones - Research shows this chemical can interfere with hormone-related pathways, including cholesterol production that hormones need, so it may disturb normal hormone function (peer-reviewed study identifying inhibition of cholesterol biosynthesis).
Confuse Hormones - Because it can act on hormone-related processes in lab studies, it may mimic or block normal hormone signals and confuse the body's messaging (peer-reviewed endocrine disruption research).
Metabolism - Studies found the ingredient can change how the body makes cholesterol, so it may affect basic metabolism pathways (peer-reviewed study on cholesterol biosynthesis inhibition).
Environmental - Government reviews list this compound as suspected to harm the environment, so it may be toxic to wildlife or ecosystems if released (Environment Canada; European Chemicals Agency).
Confidence: HIGH
Amodimethicone
🚨6/10
For infants (0-6 months): It’s safer to avoid putting amodimethicone on a newborn’s skin when possible. The ingredient itself is generally low-risk for adults, but there are concerns about possible impurities and not enough data specifically for very young babies.
Banned - This ingredient is marked as restricted for verified products and the ingredient file flags high contamination concerns. The notes also point to industry/government restrictions and limits on use and impurities as flagged by the Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR), so some regulators or certification programs limit or ban its use without extra proof of safety.
Environmental - The ingredient record lists high contamination concerns naming cyclopentasiloxane and cyclotetrasiloxane as contaminants. Those named contaminants are the reason the file calls out contamination as a major issue, which raises environmental concerns about release and contamination during manufacture or use.
Long-Term Risk - The ingredient entry notes data gaps and shortcomings in how safety was assessed (the CIR safety panel relies on ‘as used’ concentrations) and flags high contamination concerns. Because of those data gaps plus contamination by the listed siloxanes, there is uncertainty about long-term effects from repeated exposure.
Confidence: LOW
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
Trideceth-12
🚨6/10
For infants (0–6 months): treat this ingredient with caution. While general health hazards are reportedly low, there are worries about contamination by chemicals that can form during manufacture and some potential to irritate delicate skin or eyes. Newborn skin is more absorbent and sensitive, so limit exposure.
Cancer - There is a high contamination concern because the ingredient can contain ethylene oxide and 1,4-dioxane. These contaminants are linked to cancer risk and are specifically flagged in the ingredient record by a government assessment.
Organ Risk - A Canadian government assessment classified this ingredient as expected to be toxic or harmful to non-reproductive organs and gave it a medium human-health priority, so it may harm organs like liver, kidneys, or lungs with repeated use.
Irritant - A cosmetic safety review notes possible skin, eye, or lung irritation from this ingredient, so it can cause redness, itching, or other irritation on sensitive baby skin.
Environmental - A government assessment lists this ingredient as a suspected environmental toxin, meaning it may cause harm to wildlife or ecosystems if released into the environment.
Long-Term Risk - Because the ingredient can be contaminated with known carcinogens and is flagged for non-reproductive organ toxicity, there is a potential for long-term health effects with repeated exposure according to the assessments noted in the ingredient record.
Confidence: MEDIUM
Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Fruit Extract
🚨6/10
For newborns and infants (0–6 months) this orange fruit extract is not usually linked to serious harms, but it can sometimes irritate very sensitive baby skin and may help other chemicals get through the skin. Because babies’ skin is thin and still developing, it’s safer to avoid products with this ingredient on newborns and young babies when you can.
Organ Risk - Some safety agencies have reviewed this orange extract and flagged possible harm to body organs with repeated exposure. The European Chemicals Agency lists it as “toxic or harmful,” and Environment Canada has called it an expected or medium human-health priority. Those classifications mean there is a real chance repeated topical use could affect organs like the liver or kidneys.
Absorbed - Research shows components of orange extract can act as penetration enhancers and help other chemicals pass through skin. Peer-reviewed studies found the extract (or similar penetration enhancers) increased chemical absorption through animal skin, so this ingredient can get into the bloodstream more easily than something that only sits on the skin.
Environmental - A European chemicals agency flagged potential wildlife and environmental toxicity for this ingredient. While one government review did not find it bioaccumulative, the note about environmental toxicity means releases (for example from rinsing products) could harm aquatic organisms or wildlife.
Long-Term Risk - This extract is used in food and in personal care products, and some agencies note limited toxicity information and recommend use limits. Because people can be exposed from many sources (food plus skin products), small exposures can add up over time and raise the chance of long-term health effects.
Confidence: MEDIUM
Citrus Medica Limonum Fruit Extract
🚨6/10
Citrus Medica Limonum Fruit Extract is lemon extract which may cause irritation or sensitization in infants likely used for fragrance or antioxidant
Irritant - Lemon extract contains citric acid and other compounds that can irritate sensitive baby skin, causing redness or rashes, especially with repeated topical use.
Sun Burn - Lemon extract contains compounds called furocoumarins, which can increase skin sensitivity to sunlight (photosensitivity), raising the risk of sunburn when applied topically.
Confidence: HIGH
Actinidia Chinensis Fruit Extract
⚠️5/10
Limited safety data for Actinidia Chinensis Fruit Extract on infants under 6 months possible allergen may be used as antioxidant or skin conditioning agent
No Known Risk - Actinidia Chinensis (kiwi) fruit extract is generally considered safe for topical use, with no evidence in scientific literature linking it to irritation, hormone disruption, cancer, or other health risks in babies. There are no known reports of adverse effects or regulatory restrictions for this ingredient in baby products.
Confidence: LOW
Disodium EDTA
⚠️5/10
For newborns and infants (0-6 months): this ingredient is often used in tiny amounts to keep products stable. It is not linked to cancer or reproductive problems at normal low levels, but it can irritate skin and eyes and may help other ingredients get through the skin more easily. Because baby skin is very thin, use extra caution.
Irritant - This ingredient is marked as an irritant for skin, eyes, or lungs under EU GHS hazard labeling. The data calls out a high irritation concern, so it can cause redness, stinging, or breathing irritation—especially on sensitive baby skin.
Absorbed - An industry safety review (Cosmetic Ingredient Review, CIR) lists this chemical as a penetration enhancer. That means it can help other things get through the skin and can itself be absorbed into the body.
Organ Risk - Environment Canada has flagged non-reproductive organ-system toxicity for this substance, including notes that it can be harmful and is a medium human-health priority. That suggests repeated or high exposures could affect organs like the liver or kidneys.
Long-Term Risk - Because the ingredient can enhance skin absorption and has non-reproductive organ toxicity listings, repeated use raises concern for longer-term health effects. Industry reviews also note data gaps and concentration limits, meaning long-term safety depends on how much and how often it is used (Cosmetic Ingredient Review).
Confidence: MEDIUM
Polysorbate 20
⚠️5/10
For infants (newborns, babies 0–6 months): this ingredient is often used to help mix water and oil in wipes and creams. It is not known to be highly toxic, but baby skin is very sensitive and there have been concerns about trace contaminants from manufacturing.
Cancer - The ingredient entry flags high contamination concerns for ethylene oxide and 1,4‑dioxane—impurities that are linked to cancer risk. The industry safety review and ingredient notes also highlight these contamination issues and the need to control manufacturing impurities, so cancer risk comes from those contaminants rather than the pure ingredient itself.
Long-Term Risk - Safety notes point to data gaps and that safety assessments rely on reported ‘as used’ concentrations and manufacturing controls. Because the main concern is contamination by chemicals that can build up with repeated exposure, there is a possible long-term health risk if products contain such impurities over time.
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
Saccharum Officinarum Extract
✅3/10
Saccharum Officinarum Extract is sugarcane extract used as a humectant or skin conditioner minor risk of irritation in sensitive 0-6m skin
No Known Risk - Sugarcane extract is generally considered safe for topical use, with no evidence in scientific literature linking it to irritation, sensitization, or other health risks in babies. There are no known associations with hormone disruption, cancer, organ toxicity, or other long-term effects when used on the skin. Therefore, no risk labels apply based on current research.
Confidence: MEDIUM
Acer Saccharum Extract
✅2/10
For newborns and babies 0–6 months, sugar maple (Acer saccharum) extract is generally considered low risk in adults, but there isn’t much data about its use on very young babies. Because infant skin is delicate, we should be cautious.
No Known Risk - Reviewed ingredient data shows only low-level concerns and no higher-level hazards or use restrictions for topical use. There are no flagged risks for children based on the available information, so no specific health risks were identified for this ingredient.
Confidence: LOW
Cocoglucosides Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride
✅2/10
For newborns and infants (0–6 months), this ingredient is considered low risk and is commonly used in baby wipes and lotions. However, very young babies have delicate skin, so there is a small chance of mild irritation.
No Known Risk - A recent ingredient safety review found only low-level concerns (for cancer, allergies, reproductive or use limits) and no higher hazards for normal topical use. In plain terms, current safety data and public ingredient assessments do not show real health risks for children when this conditioning ingredient is used as intended on skin or hair.
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
Hydrolyzed Keratin
✅2/10
For newborns and babies (0–6 months), hydrolyzed keratin is generally considered low risk when used in small amounts on hair or skin. Official reviews say it is unlikely to cause serious harm, but we don’t have many studies specifically in very young infants, so extra care is wise.
No Known Risk - Government and industry safety reviews find hydrolyzed keratin is not expected to cause organ harm or be an environmental toxin. Reviews note only low-level concerns and list industry guidance for safe manufacturing and concentration limits, but no evidence of higher risks was identified.
Confidence: MEDIUM
Panthenol
✅1/10
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.
No Known Risk - Health and regulatory reviews (including Canadian and U.S. assessments and industry safety panels) find panthenol has no reported hazards above a low level for topical use. It is not expected to harm organs, does not appear to build up in the body or the environment, and common concerns (cancer, allergies, reproductive effects) were rated low. There are some industry notes about safe use levels and a few data gaps, but no higher-level health risks were identified.
Confidence: HIGH
Glycine Soja Extract
✅1/10
This soybean extract is generally low risk for topical use, even on babies and newborns. However, infant skin is delicate, so be cautious and use products sparingly.
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 Detangler & leave-in conditioner

Is this newborn-safe? Detangler & leave-in conditioner

Detangler & leave-in conditioner is not recommended for 0-6 month old babies due to potentially harmful ingredients.

What ingredients should I watch out for?

We analyzed 18 ingredients in Detangler & leave-in conditioner. 6 concerning, 4 caution. Check the detailed analysis above for specific concerns.

When can newborns start using shampoo & bodywash & conditioner?

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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