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Tea Tree leaf oil can cause skin irritation and toxicity in infants and is not recommended for babies under 6 months often used for antimicrobial effect

For infants (0–6 months), avoid putting Arnica Montana Flower Extract on their skin. It can cause allergic skin reactions and newborn skin is very sensitive.

For infants (0-6 months), lactic acid can increase skin sensitivity and may be more likely to irritate or let other things through the skin. Because newborn skin is thin and still developing, it is safer to avoid products with lactic acid unless a pediatrician tells you to use one.

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.

Tamanu oil may cause allergic reactions and lacks safety data for infants under 6 months likely used as a skin conditioning agent

Borago Officinalis Seed Oil may cause skin irritation or allergic reactions in infants and contains pyrrolizidine alkaloids use with caution

Linseed Seed Oil is also known as flaxseed oil and may cause irritation or allergic reactions in infants under 6 months. Used as an emollient.

Aloe juice may cause irritation or allergic reactions in infants under 6 months and evidence for safety is limited

For newborns and babies 0-6 months: this ingredient has low safety concerns in studies, but there is limited direct data and industry reviewers suggest some restrictions. Because infant skin is very thin and absorbs more, it’s safer to be careful with products that include this ingredient.

For infants (0–6 months) I recommend being cautious. Small amounts of vitamin D in everyday skincare products are unlikely to be harmful, but some countries limit its use in cosmetics, and babies’ skin can absorb more than older children’s skin.

Lauryl carbamate is not a recognized cosmetic or baby care ingredient it may be a misreading or typo of a known ingredient

Persea Gratissima Oil is avocado oil used as an emollient minor risk of allergy but generally safe for baby skin in low concentrations

Beeswax is usually safe for newborn skin when used in small amounts as part of a cream or balm.

For newborns and very young babies (0–6 months), behenyl alcohol is generally considered low risk in adults and older children, but there is very little specific information for infants. A small number of reports note rare skin allergy and some limited concern about breathing irritation. Because babies’ skin and lungs are more sensitive, it’s safest to be cautious.

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.

Oenothera Biennis Oil is evening primrose oil used as an emollient but limited safety data for infants under 6 months so minor concerns

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.

For infants (0–6 months): this ingredient is a thickener with low overall concern in safety reviews, but some animal studies show irritation or effects only at higher doses. Because newborn skin is very sensitive, we should be careful.

For newborns and babies (0–6 months): tocopherol (vitamin E) is usually low risk when used in small amounts on the skin, but baby skin is very delicate. There are some safety notes about possible contamination and a rare chance of skin allergy, so take extra care with infants and newborns.

For newborns and infants (0–6 months), arginine is usually low risk. It’s an amino acid found in food and in the body, and reviewers consider it safe at the small amounts used in skin products. Still, baby skin is thin and sensitive, so we take an extra-cautious approach.

For infants (0–6 months) Candelilla wax is generally considered low risk when used on the skin. Most safety reviews find little concern for cancer, allergies, or effects on growth. But there is not much direct research in newborns, so we recommend extra caution.

For infants (0-6 months): carnauba wax is a plant-based wax used to thicken creams and make a light protective layer on the skin. Safety listings rate it as very low concern. Because babies’ skin is delicate and there is limited testing specifically in newborns, we stay cautious but this ingredient itself is not known to be harmful.

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.

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

Vaccinium Macrocarpon Seed Oil is cranberry seed oil used as an emollient low allergenicity but limited data for infants under 6 months

For newborns and babies 0–6 months: this ingredient is commonly used in baby lotions and is usually low risk. Still, baby skin is thinner and soaks up things more easily than older children, so extra care is wise.

Grape Seed Oil is generally safe for topical use in infants but rare allergies are possible and data for 0-6 months is limited. Used as a moisturizer.

For infants (0–6 months): generally considered low risk and used to make skin feel soft and spread products easily. Because baby skin is very thin and more absorbent, use it with care.

Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil is jojoba oil used as a moisturizer generally safe but rare allergies possible in infants under 6 months

Organic olive oil is generally safe for baby skin but may rarely cause irritation or worsen eczema used as moisturizer or emollient

Shea butter is generally safe as a moisturizer but rare allergies are possible in infants under 6 months

Stearic acid is a common ingredient in baby creams and wipes and is generally low risk. Reviews by government and industry experts find little evidence it causes cancer, strong allergic reactions, or harm to development. Because newborn skin is very delicate, we err on the side of caution for babies under 6 months.

This ingredient is a gentle, lightweight oil used to moisturize skin. For newborns and babies (0–6 months) it is generally safe when used in normal baby lotions or wipes.

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

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.