Eucerin Baby LOTION

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Is this safe for 0-6 month old newborns to use Eucerin Baby LOTION?

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NO - AVOID
Danger Score: 19 (Lower is safer)
Quick Answer: Eucerin Baby LOTION contains 18 ingredients. 3 concerning, 4 caution. Concerning - Has Problematic Ingredients ⚠️ Always consult your pediatrician for newborns.

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Ingredients Analysis (18 found)

Phenoxyethanol
🚨7/10
For infants (0–6 months): be careful. This preservative can irritate delicate baby skin and some countries limit how it’s used. It is not known to cause cancer or birth defects at normal cosmetic levels, but irritation is the main concern.
Irritant - Official hazard listings show this chemical can cause skin, eye, and lung irritation. Regulators classify it as an irritant, so it can make skin red or itchy and bother the eyes or breathing passages.
Asthma - Because it can irritate the lungs, it may make asthma or breathing problems worse. Workplace and hazard listings note lung irritation and limits on inhalation exposure.
Organ Risk - There is limited evidence that it can affect the nervous system and it is listed as toxic/harmful in official hazard codes. That means repeated or high exposures could harm organs like the nervous system.
Absorbed - Safety reviews and workplace data note systemic effects tied to how it is used, and nervous-system findings suggest the chemical can get into the body after skin or workplace exposure.
Banned - Some governments set limits on its use in cosmetics (for example, concentration limits from national health authorities), and some product standards require special proof before it can be used.
Confidence: MEDIUM
Polybutene
🚨6/10
For newborns and babies 0-6 months: treat this ingredient with caution. Authorities note only low-level concerns overall, but there is limited safety data and some government bodies have flagged possible irritation or other effects. Babies’ skin is much more sensitive, so it’s safer to avoid regular use.
Organ Risk - Environment Canada classifies polybutene as “expected to be toxic or harmful” and a medium human-health priority, and the European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) lists it as potentially toxic or harmful. Those agency findings mean there is evidence polybutene can cause non-reproductive organ harm with repeated exposure, so regular topical use on a child could raise risk to organs (for example liver, kidneys, or lungs) over time.
Environmental - The European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) flags wildlife and environmental toxicity for polybutene. That indicates the ingredient can harm animals or ecosystems if released into the environment, so it poses a real environmental risk even if it is not seen as strongly bioaccumulative by some reviewers.
Confidence: MODERATE
Sodium Hydroxide
🚨6/10
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.
Banned - This ingredient is restricted for use in cosmetics in some regions. The EU cosmetics rules list limits on its use, and industry safety reviewers say it can only be used safely at certain low concentrations or when specially handled.
Organ Risk - Authorities have flagged possible harm to organs with repeated or high exposures. A national health agency classified it as expected to be toxic or harmful and gave it a medium human-health priority, and a U.S. assessment found toxic effects in animal studies. There is also limited evidence of breathing-related toxicity noted by a medical literature source.
Asthma - There is limited evidence that breathing in this chemical can hurt the lungs or airways. Medical literature notes possible respiratory toxicity, so it could make breathing problems worse if a child is exposed to vapor or mist.
Confidence: HIGH
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
Dimethicone
⚠️4/10
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Builds Up - Regulators have said some forms are persistent and can bioaccumulate in people and wildlife. A REACH substance evaluation and Environment Canada findings name persistence and bioaccumulation as a concern, so this ingredient (or its related siloxanes) can build up over time.
Environmental - Environment Canada flagged this chemistry as suspected to harm the environment. The same evaluations note persistence in wildlife, meaning it can stay in nature and affect animals and ecosystems.
Organ Risk - An assessment by Environment Canada classified non-reproductive organ system toxicity as a concern, meaning repeated exposure may harm organs (for example, liver or kidneys) according to that regulator.
Banned - Some related siloxanes listed as contaminants (for example, cyclopentasiloxane / cyclotetrasiloxane and similar substances) have been heavily restricted by regulators under REACH and by other national reviews. Industry safety reviews also recommend limits or product-type restrictions.
Long-Term Risk - Because parts of this class are persistent and regulators and industry panels recommend use limits, there is a potential for long-term harms from repeated use or environmental build-up, as noted in REACH and Cosmetic Ingredient Review summaries.
Confidence: MEDIUM
Mineral Oil
⚠️4/10
Mineral oil is a common baby moisturizer and can protect skin, but for newborns and babies 0–6 months there are some reasons to be careful. Studies and regulatory reviews have noted possible buildup of some mineral-oil components in body tissues and some people can have allergic or breathing reactions.
Immune system - There is evidence that mineral oil can act as an allergen or harm the immune system. Health review groups and medical literature list it as a possible immune or allergic toxicant, and workplace guidance notes strong evidence for immune effects in people.
Asthma - Mineral oil has been identified as a human respiratory allergen/toxicant, which means it can make breathing problems or asthma worse for some people. Occupational health sources report strong links to respiratory effects.
Organ Risk - Regulatory health assessments classify mineral oil as expected to be toxic or harmful to organs with repeated exposure, and list it as a medium human health priority for non-reproductive organ effects.
Builds Up - Research studies found mineral oil hydrocarbons accumulating in animal and human tissues, showing this ingredient can build up in the body over time.
Absorbed - Because mineral oil hydrocarbons have been measured inside body tissues, they can be absorbed into the body from topical use and not stay only on the skin.
Long-Term Risk - Given its tendency to accumulate in tissues and classifications showing organ toxicity concern, there is a potential for long-term health effects with repeated exposure over time.
Confidence: MEDIUM
Pentylene Glycol
⚠️4/10
For infants and newborns (0–6 months) pentylene glycol is usually low risk but requires extra care because baby skin is thinner and absorbs more. Most of the time it is safe in small amounts in products, but it can sometimes irritate or very rarely cause an allergic reaction.
Immune system - Human case reports reviewed by a cosmetic safety panel show possible allergic or immune reactions to pentylene glycol. This means some people may have skin or immune responses after using products that contain it.
Absorbed - A formal safety review found pentylene glycol can act as a penetration enhancer, meaning it can help other substances get through the skin and into the body more easily.
Confidence: MEDIUM
Carbomer
✅3/10
For infants (0-6 months): Carbomer is a common ingredient used to thicken creams and wipes. By itself it is not known to be dangerous and does not easily get into the body, but babies have very delicate skin so we treat it cautiously.
Confidence: MEDIUM
Caprylyl Glycol
✅2/10
For infants (newborns and babies 0–6 months), Caprylyl Glycol is usually low risk when it’s in baby lotions, wipes, or creams at low amounts. Most babies won’t have a problem, but newborn skin is more sensitive so we recommend extra caution.
No Known Risk - Government and industry safety reviews found no clear health hazards for skin use. Tests say it is not likely to build up in the body, not persistent in the environment, and not harmful to organs. Industry reviewers do note limits on how much can be used and some data gaps, but overall the ingredient is rated low concern for topical use.
Confidence: HIGH
Cetyl Alcohol
✅2/10
For newborns and infants (0–6 months): cetyl alcohol is usually safe when used in small amounts in baby products. It helps creams feel smooth and rarely causes reactions, but baby skin is extra sensitive and some experts want more safety data.
Confidence: MEDIUM
Cetyl Palmitate
✅2/10
For babies 0–6 months (newborns and infants) cetyl palmitate is generally low risk and is used to soften and thicken lotions and wipes. Most reviews find low concern for long‑term harm, but infant skin is more sensitive so we take extra care.
No Known Risk - Reviews by an industry safety panel and a government assessment found only low-level concerns (mainly possible mild skin, eye, or lung irritation) and noted some data gaps. The government review did not find signs of organ harm, persistence, or buildup in the body. Because all health concerns were rated low and no stronger hazards were reported for normal topical use, there are no known meaningful risks for typical use. Note: some product verification programs ask for extra safety documentation before allowing this ingredient.
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
Sodium Citrate
✅2/10
For infants and newborns (0–6 months) sodium citrate is likely safe when used in small amounts. It’s used to keep products at the right acidity and to help them stay stable. Most safety data show very low concern for long-term health risks, but baby skin can be extra sensitive.
No Known Risk - Reviewed safety information shows only low-level concerns. U.S. food regulators say it is allowed for some food uses, a cosmetic safety panel notes allowed limits and some data gaps but does not show hazards at normal use, and a national environment agency finds it unlikely to harm organs, build up in the body, or persist in the environment. Because no health concern was reported above low, there are no specific risks identified for typical topical use.
Confidence: HIGH
Sorbitan Stearate
✅2/10
For babies under 6 months (newborns, infants), this ingredient is generally low risk when used in small amounts in products made for babies. Their skin is very sensitive, so extra care is needed.
No Known Risk - Multiple regulatory and expert safety reviews report low concern for cancer, allergies, developmental or reproductive harm, and organ toxicity for typical topical use. The ingredient is not expected to persist or build up in the body and is allowed for limited use in foods and cosmetics. Some reviews note gaps in exact use-level data, but overall assessments judge it safe at normal use levels, so no specific health risks were identified.
Confidence: HIGH
Tapioca Starch
✅2/10
For newborns and babies 0–6 months, tapioca starch is generally low risk on the skin but needs extra care because it is a fine powder. The chance of skin harm is small, but powders can irritate eyes or be breathed into tiny lungs.
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
Shea Butter
✅1/10
Butyrospermum Parkii Shea Butter is a natural fat used as an emollient in baby products. It is very safe and commonly used in baby lotions and wipes for 0-6 months babies.
No Known Risk - Shea butter is widely used in baby skincare products and is generally considered safe for topical use. 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 infants. Current research and regulatory guidance do not identify any significant risks for babies when shea butter is used topically.
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 Eucerin Baby LOTION

Is this newborn-safe? Eucerin Baby LOTION

Eucerin Baby LOTION 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 Eucerin Baby LOTION. 3 concerning, 4 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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