Johnson's cottontouch™ newborn face & body lotion

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.

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.

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.

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For infants and newborns (0–6 months), this ingredient is probably low risk in the tiny amounts usually used in products, but we are extra careful with babies. Some studies and regulators note it can cause skin, eye, or lung irritation at higher levels. Some product programs ask for extra safety proof before allowing it in baby‑label products.

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For newborns and infants (0–6 months): this ingredient is not among the most dangerous, but it can sometimes cause skin or eye irritation and has been linked to allergic rashes in people. Because babies have very delicate skin, we recommend being careful.

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.

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.

For infants (0-6 months): current safety information shows low concern for long-term harms, but Tropolone can sometimes irritate the skin. Newborn skin is very delicate, so extra caution is needed.

For infants (0–6 months): generally low risk. This ingredient is a thickener that usually does not get into the skin, but there are notes that trace manufacturing contaminants (methacrylic acid, acrylic acid, benzene) can be present. Because babies’ skin is very delicate, we recommend extra caution.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Cotton is a natural fiber and not typically an active ingredient but may be present as cottonseed oil or extract which is safe for topical use in baby lotion

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.