DR. TALBOT'S Baby Tooth Gel

oral pain reliever • For 0-6 month old infants • Skin contact 🧴

oral pain reliever

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DR. TALBOT'S Baby Tooth Gel - Ingredients

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Is this safe for 0-6 month old newborns to use DR. TALBOT'S Baby Tooth Gel?

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NO - AVOID

Danger Score: 19 (Lower is safer)

Quick Answer: DR. TALBOT'S Baby Tooth Gel contains 9 ingredients. 1 avoid, 1 concerning, 2 caution. Avoid - Contains Dangerous Ingredients 🚫 Always consult your pediatrician for newborns.

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Ingredients Analysis (9 found)

Clove extract

🚫8/10

Clove extract can cause skin irritation and allergic reactions in infants and contains eugenol which is not safe for babies under 6 months

Irritant - Clove extract contains eugenol, which is known to cause skin irritation, redness, or rashes, especially on sensitive baby skin.

Absorbed - Eugenol in clove extract can be absorbed through the skin, raising concerns about systemic exposure in infants.

Organ Risk - High or repeated topical exposure to eugenol (the main component of clove extract) has been linked to liver toxicity in medical literature, which is a concern for babies with immature liver function.

Confidence: HIGH

Sorbic Acid

🚨6/10

For newborns and babies up to 6 months, sorbic acid is a preservative that is mostly considered low risk for things like cancer, but it can irritate skin or cause allergic reactions. Because babies’ skin is very sensitive and there’s limited safety data for this age, extra caution is advised.

Immune system - A safety review by the Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR) found strong evidence that sorbic acid can cause allergic and immune reactions in skin. Because it can trigger contact allergy, it is a real immune-system concern when put on skin, especially for children with sensitive skin.

Irritant - The CIR identifies sorbic acid as a human skin toxicant/allergen. That means it can cause skin redness, itching, or rashes when applied, so it can irritate sensitive baby skin.

Eczema - Because sorbic acid can cause skin allergic reactions, it can trigger or worsen eczema and similar flare-ups in children with atopic or sensitive skin, per the CIR safety findings and its recommended use limits.

Confidence: MEDIUM

Marigold extract

⚠️5/10

Marigold extract may cause irritation or allergy in infants under 6 months and lacks robust safety data for this age group

No Known Risk - Marigold extract (Calendula officinalis) is widely used in topical baby products and is generally considered safe. There is no strong evidence linking it to irritation, allergies, or other health risks when used on intact skin. Rare allergic reactions are possible but not common, and no major health authorities have issued warnings for its use in babies.

Confidence: MEDIUM

Potassium Sorbate

⚠️4/10

For newborns and infants (0–6 months), potassium sorbate is usually low risk for causing illness systemically, but it can cause skin allergies or irritation. Babies have very delicate skin, so we are extra careful with this ingredient.

Immune system - A cosmetic safety review (Cosmetic Ingredient Review) found strong evidence that potassium sorbate can cause allergic reactions in human skin. That means some children could have immune system responses (contact allergy) if their skin touches products with this ingredient.

Irritant - A safety assessment by a cosmetic review panel lists potassium sorbate as a human skin toxicant or allergen. This supports a real risk of skin redness, itching, or rashes when used on sensitive or damaged skin.

Eczema - Because this ingredient is shown to be a skin allergen, it can trigger or make eczema and similar skin conditions worse in people who are sensitive.

Confidence: HIGH

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

Chamomile extract

✅3/10

Chamomile extract is generally safe but may cause rare allergic reactions in sensitive infants used for soothing and anti inflammatory effects

Confidence: MEDIUM

Vegetable Glycerin

✅1/10

Vegetable glycerin is a common moisturizing agent in baby products. It is very safe for topical use on babies 0-6 months with minimal risk of irritation.

No Known Risk - Vegetable glycerin is widely used in topical products and is generally recognized as safe. There is no evidence linking it to hormone disruption, organ damage, cancer, or other listed risks. It is not known to cause irritation or allergic reactions in most cases and does not build up in the body or pass into breast milk in harmful amounts.

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

Aqua (Purified Water)

✅0/10

Eau purifiee means purified water which is safe and commonly used as a base in baby wipes and lotions

Confidence: HIGH

Common Questions About DR. TALBOT'S Baby Tooth Gel

Is this newborn-safe? DR. TALBOT'S Baby Tooth Gel

DR. TALBOT'S Baby Tooth Gel is not recommended for 0-6 month old babies due to potentially harmful ingredients.

What ingredients should I watch out for?

We analyzed 9 ingredients in DR. TALBOT'S Baby Tooth Gel. 1 avoid, 1 concerning, 2 caution. Check the detailed analysis above for specific concerns.

When can newborns start using oral pain reliever?

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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