Johnson's aloe & vitamin e powder

baby powder • For 0-6 month old infants • Skin contact 🧴

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Is this safe for 0-6 month old newborns to use Johnson's aloe & vitamin e powder?

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NOT RECOMMENDED
Danger Score: 6 (Lower is safer)
Quick Answer: Johnson's aloe & vitamin e powder contains 6 ingredients. 1 concerning, 1 caution. Concerning - Has Problematic Ingredients ⚠️ Always consult your pediatrician for newborns.

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Ingredients Analysis (6 found)

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
Tocopheryl Acetate
⚠️4/10
Usually fine in tiny amounts on a newborn’s healthy skin, but infants are extra sensitive. Some babies can react, and there are concerns about tiny impurities in some sources.
Irritant - A cosmetic safety review panel (Cosmetic Ingredient Review) found strong human evidence that this can trigger skin allergy. That means it may cause redness, itch, or rash, especially on sensitive baby skin.
Immune system - Moderate concern for allergy and immune reactions on skin was flagged by a cosmetic safety panel (Cosmetic Ingredient Review). Some kids may have an immune response like hives or swelling.
Absorbed - Tests note enhanced skin absorption for this form of vitamin E. This means a small amount can pass through the skin and enter the body after use.
Long-Term Risk - There is a high concern for a trace impurity (hydroquinone). European health regulators and other agencies restrict that impurity because of safety worries with long-term use.
Environmental - Environment Canada lists it as a suspected environmental toxin, though data are limited. It may harm water life if it builds up in waterways.
Confidence: MEDIUM
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract
✅3/10
For newborns and infants (0–6 months) this ingredient is usually low risk and is often used to soothe skin. However, baby skin is delicate, and there are some gaps in safety data and a small chance of irritation or allergy.
Confidence: MEDIUM
Tricalcium Phosphate
✅3/10
For newborns and babies (0-6 months), this ingredient is generally low risk when it’s part of a finished skin product. It is not known to cause cancer or long-term harm and does not build up in the body. However, irritation is possible, and babies have very sensitive skin.
No Known Risk - Government and expert reviews do not show clear hazards for tricalcium phosphate. A Canadian health agency classifies it as not expected to be toxic and a low human-health priority. U.S. regulatory notes say it can be allowed in some limited food uses (and list a few specific prohibitions), and a cosmetics review found only possible irritation with the evidence described as unassessed. Together this means there are no proven or elevated risks for typical topical use on children.
Confidence: MEDIUM
Vitamin E
✅3/10
For newborns and babies 0-6 months: small amounts of topical vitamin E in baby products are usually low risk, but because baby skin is delicate and there are reports of contamination and rare reactions, we recommend being careful.
Confidence: MEDIUM
Zea Mays (Corn) Starch
✅2/10
Zea Mays Starch is corn starch used as an absorbent in baby products generally safe but rare allergy risk in infants
No Known Risk - Corn starch is widely used in baby powders and topical products, and current research does not show any significant health risks when used on intact skin. It is generally considered safe for topical use on babies, with no evidence linking it to irritation, hormone disruption, cancer, or other long-term health effects. However, care should be taken to avoid inhalation of powders, but for topical use, there are no known risks.
Confidence: HIGH

Common Questions About Johnson's aloe & vitamin e powder

Is this newborn-safe? Johnson's aloe & vitamin e powder

Johnson's aloe & vitamin e powder is not recommended for 0-6 month old babies due to potentially harmful ingredients.

What ingredients should I watch out for?

We analyzed 6 ingredients in Johnson's aloe & vitamin e powder. 1 concerning, 1 caution. Check the detailed analysis above for specific concerns.

When can newborns start using baby powder?

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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