playtex baby Diaper Rash Cream

skin protectant & rash ointment • For 0-6 month old infants • Skin contact 🧴

skin protectant & rash ointment

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Is this safe for 0-6 month old newborns to use playtex baby Diaper Rash Cream?

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NO - AVOID

Danger Score: 11 (Lower is safer)

Quick Answer: playtex baby Diaper Rash Cream contains 9 ingredients. 1 concerning, 2 caution. Concerning - Has Problematic Ingredients ⚠️ Always consult your pediatrician for newborns.

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Ingredients Analysis (9 found)

Isopropyl Myristate

🚨6/10

For babies 0–6 months old (newborns, infants) this ingredient is best avoided when possible. It can make skin more likely to absorb other substances and has been linked to some cases of contact allergy. Overall health risks are low in adults, but infants have thinner, more absorbent skin, so we are more cautious.

Absorbed - Laboratory research shows isopropyl myristate can act as a penetration enhancer and help other substances pass through the skin (a study tested transdermal permeation). That means it can increase how much gets into a child’s body when used on the skin.

Irritant - Published human case reports have linked isopropyl myristate to allergic contact dermatitis (skin redness, itching, or rash) after use. These are real, documented skin reactions in people.

Immune system - Case studies report allergic reactions to this ingredient, showing it can trigger the immune system in some people and lead to sensitization or allergic responses.

Eczema - Because it has been reported to cause contact dermatitis in humans, isopropyl myristate may trigger or worsen eczema or similar skin conditions in sensitive children.

Confidence: MEDIUM

Petrolatum

⚠️5/10

Usually okay for infants when very pure and used sparingly as a moisture barrier, but purity matters a lot at this age.

Banned - In the EU, this ingredient is restricted unless it is very pure, because it can carry PAH leftovers from oil. This rule comes from the EU Cosmetics Directive.

Organ Risk - Canada’s environmental health agency lists it as expected to be harmful and a high health priority. With repeat use, it may stress organs like the liver.

Builds Up - Studies in people (2015) and in lab rats (2017) found mineral oil parts can collect in body tissues over time. Small daily amounts can add up.

Long-Term Risk - Because it can build up in the body and may carry PAH impurities, risks can grow with years of use. Purity limits in the EU were set to lower this risk.

Confidence: MEDIUM

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 Juice

✅3/10

For newborns and infants (0–6 months): aloe vera leaf juice is usually low risk in small amounts, but babies this young have very sensitive skin. It may cause irritation in some infants and industry safety reviews recommend using it only within set limits.

Confidence: MEDIUM

Beeswax

✅3/10

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

Confidence: MEDIUM-HIGH

Lanolin

✅3/10

Lanolin is generally safe as a moisturizer but may cause allergic reactions in sensitive infants especially under 6 months

Confidence: HIGH

Cod Liver Oil

✅2/10

For infants (0-6 months) cod liver oil is likely low risk but we should be careful. Authorities have not flagged it as toxic, but babies have very sensitive skin and can sometimes react to oils.

No Known Risk - Available safety notes rate cancer, allergy, reproductive, and use-restriction concerns as low for topical use. Environment Canada classifies cod liver oil as not expected to be toxic, a low human-health priority, and not suspected to be an environmental toxin. Taken together, these findings show no identified health risks for topical use.

Confidence: MEDIUM

Zinc Oxide

✅1/10

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

Confidence: HIGH

Mineral Oil

✅1/10

Mineral oil is widely used in baby products as a skin protectant and moisturizer and is considered very safe for topical use in infants

Confidence: HIGH

Common Questions About playtex baby Diaper Rash Cream

Is this newborn-safe? playtex baby Diaper Rash Cream

playtex baby Diaper Rash Cream is not recommended for 0-6 month old babies due to potentially harmful ingredients.

What ingredients should I watch out for?

We analyzed 9 ingredients in playtex baby Diaper Rash Cream. 1 concerning, 2 caution. Check the detailed analysis above for specific concerns.

When can newborns start using skin protectant & rash ointment?

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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