Hyland's Baby Eczema Lotion

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Is this safe for 0-6 month old newborns to use Hyland's Baby Eczema Lotion?

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NO - AVOID
Danger Score: 13 (Lower is safer)
Quick Answer: Hyland's Baby Eczema Lotion contains 21 ingredients. 1 avoid, 3 caution. Avoid - Contains Dangerous Ingredients 🚫 Always consult your pediatrician for newborns.

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Ingredients Analysis (21 found)

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
Organic Lavender Flower Extract
⚠️5/10
For newborns and infants (0–6 months), lavender flower extract is generally considered low risk, but babies this young have very sensitive skin. Because a major cosmetic safety program restricts its use in verified products without extra proof, it’s safest to be cautious with direct application on babies.
No Known Risk - The ingredient record shows only low-level concerns for cancer, allergies/immune effects, and developmental or reproductive effects with topical use, and no higher-level hazards were found. It is sometimes restricted by product-verification programs unless supported by extra safety data, but this is not a direct health danger for typical use on skin. Based on the available information, there are no real risks identified for children from normal topical use.
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
Organic Aloe Leaf Juice
⚠️4/10
Limited safety data for aloe on infants under 6 months possible allergen may cause irritation used as moisturizer
Irritant - Aloe vera leaf juice can cause skin irritation or allergic reactions in some sensitive individuals, including babies, especially if the product is not properly purified or contains latex from the leaf.
Confidence: LOW
Dehydroacetic Acid
✅3/10
For newborns and infants (0-6 months): this preservative is generally seen as low risk in adults, but there is limited direct data for babies. Because baby skin is very delicate, we should be careful.
Confidence: MEDIUM
Dicaprylyl Carbonate
✅3/10
For infants and newborns (0-6 months): this ingredient is generally low risk but has only limited testing. Because babies’ skin is very delicate, it’s best to be cautious.
No Known Risk - Available safety reviews show only very low concerns for this ingredient. Tests found limited, mild eye or skin irritation in some studies, but no stronger links to cancer, hormone or brain effects, organ damage, or reproductive problems. Because the evidence of harm is low, this ingredient is not flagged as a real health risk for children in normal topical use.
Confidence: MEDIUM
Glyceryl Stearate Citrate
✅3/10
For infants and newborns (0–6 months): this ingredient is a common emulsifier found in lotions and creams. At normal, low concentrations it is considered low risk and is not linked to cancer or developmental harm. However, newborn skin is delicate and safety studies specifically in babies are limited.
No Known Risk - A cosmetic safety review concluded this ingredient is safe for use in cosmetics when kept below set concentration limits and assuming low skin absorption. Reviewers did note some missing safety data and that assessments relied on related chemicals, and animal tests showed irritation only at moderate doses. Taken together, reviewers did not identify any health hazards above a low level for normal topical use.
Confidence: MEDIUM
Sorbitan Olivate
✅3/10
For infants (0–6 months): Sorbitan Olivate is an oil-based emulsifier with a low overall hazard rating. When used in small amounts inside products made for babies, it is likely okay, but newborn skin is delicate so extra caution is sensible.
No Known Risk - Reviewed safety information shows only low-level concerns for cancer, allergies/immune effects, and reproductive or developmental effects. An industry safety panel (Cosmetic Ingredient Review) notes data gaps and recommends limits on concentration or product types, but did not identify higher-level hazards for normal topical use. Based on that, there are no known health risks above low at typical use.
Confidence: MEDIUM
Organic Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract
✅3/10
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.
No Known Risk - Safety reviews for this calendula flower extract show only low-level concerns for cancer, allergies, and effects on growth/reproduction. Industry safety panels note limits on how much can be used and say some data are missing, but there is no clear evidence of real harm when used on the skin. Some verified product programs restrict its use unless makers provide extra safety information.
Confidence: MEDIUM
Cetearyl Olivate
✅2/10
For newborns and babies 0–6 months, cetearyl olivate (an olive‑derived skin conditioner) is generally low risk when it’s in products made for infants and used on normal, unbroken skin. There is a small chance it could irritate very sensitive skin.
No Known Risk - Safety reviews by cosmetic experts find this ingredient safe for skin use. No moderate or high health concerns were identified for children. There are only small notes about possible mild irritation for some people and standard limits on how it is used, but these are low-level and not seen as a real health risk.
Confidence: MEDIUM
Colloidal Oatmeal
✅2/10
Colloidal oatmeal is generally safe for newborns and infants (0–6 months) when used on the skin. It’s commonly used to calm dry, itchy or irritated baby skin and the safety information provided shows low concerns.
No Known Risk - The ingredient's safety review shows only low-level concerns for cancer, allergies or immune effects, developmental/reproductive harm, and use limits. No hazards above low were identified for topical use in the available review, so no significant health risks were found.
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 Quinoa
✅2/10
For infants (0–6 months) this ingredient appears to be low risk. It is a gentle plant protein used to soften and condition skin. However, very young babies have delicate skin and there isn’t a lot of testing specifically in newborns, so we recommend being careful.
No Known Risk - Current ingredient safety reviews show only low-level notes for cancer, allergies or immune effects, reproductive/developmental effects, and use restrictions. No higher-level hazards were identified for topical use of hydrolyzed quinoa, so there are no known real risks for children from typical skin use.
Confidence: MEDIUM
Cocoa Seed Butter
✅2/10
Theobroma cacao seed butter is cocoa butter used as a skin emollient minor allergy risk but generally safe for baby skin
No Known Risk - Cocoa butter is widely used in baby products and is generally considered safe for topical use on baby skin. 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 cocoa butter itself. Current research and regulatory guidance do not identify cocoa butter as a risk for babies.
Confidence: HIGH
Lauryl Laurate
✅2/10
For newborns and infants (0–6 months), Lauryl Laurate is generally considered low risk and is used to soften skin. Scientific reviewers say it is safe in cosmetics with some limits, but there is limited testing in very young babies and it can sometimes cause mild irritation.
No Known Risk - A formal cosmetic safety review found this ingredient safe for use in personal care products when used at normal levels. Health checks showed only low-level concerns for cancer, reproductive harm, and allergies, and use limits are set by the reviewers. Data on skin or eye irritation is limited but not shown to be a clear problem. Because no health concern above low was identified, there are no known risks for typical topical use.
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
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
Linseed Seed Oil
✅1/10
Linseed seed oil is a natural oil rich in omega fatty acids used as an emollient in baby lotions. It is very safe for topical use on babies 0-6 months.
No Known Risk - Linseed oil (flaxseed oil) is generally considered safe for topical use on baby skin, with no strong evidence linking it to irritation, hormone disruption, cancer, or other health risks in infants. There are no major studies or regulatory warnings indicating specific risks for babies when used topically in appropriate amounts.
Confidence: HIGH
Organic Sunflower Seed Oil
✅1/10
Sunflower Seed Oil is generally safe for infant skin and is used as a moisturizer in baby products
No Known Risk - Sunflower seed oil 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, or other health risks in babies when used on intact skin. It is not associated with hormone disruption, cancer, or other long-term health effects according to current research.
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 Hyland's Baby Eczema Lotion

Is this newborn-safe? Hyland's Baby Eczema Lotion

Hyland's Baby Eczema Lotion is not recommended for 0-6 month old babies due to potentially harmful ingredients.

What ingredients should I watch out for?

We analyzed 21 ingredients in Hyland's Baby Eczema Lotion. 1 avoid, 3 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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