SheaMoisture BABY NIGHTTIME SHAMPOO & BATH MILK

shampoo & bodywash & conditioner • For 0-6 month old infants • Skin contact 🧴

shampoo & bodywash & conditioner

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Is this safe for 0-6 month old newborns to use SheaMoisture BABY NIGHTTIME SHAMPOO & BATH MILK?

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NO - AVOID
Danger Score: 31 (Lower is safer)
Quick Answer: SheaMoisture BABY NIGHTTIME SHAMPOO & BATH MILK contains 21 ingredients. 5 concerning, 2 caution. Concerning - Has Problematic Ingredients ⚠️ Always consult your pediatrician for newborns.

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Ingredients Analysis (21 found)

phenoxyethanol
🚨7/10
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.
Irritant - Official hazard listings show this chemical can cause skin, eye, and lung irritation. Regulators classify it as an irritant, so it can make skin red or itchy and bother the eyes or breathing passages.
Asthma - Because it can irritate the lungs, it may make asthma or breathing problems worse. Workplace and hazard listings note lung irritation and limits on inhalation exposure.
Organ Risk - There is limited evidence that it can affect the nervous system and it is listed as toxic/harmful in official hazard codes. That means repeated or high exposures could harm organs like the nervous system.
Absorbed - Safety reviews and workplace data note systemic effects tied to how it is used, and nervous-system findings suggest the chemical can get into the body after skin or workplace exposure.
Banned - Some governments set limits on its use in cosmetics (for example, concentration limits from national health authorities), and some product standards require special proof before it can be used.
Confidence: MEDIUM
cocamidopropyl betaine
🚨6/10
For infants (0–6 months) this cleansing ingredient is commonly used in washes and wipes but should be used with care. It can sometimes irritate or cause allergic reactions, and some batches can carry trace contaminants. Babies’ skin is more delicate, so caution is advised.
Immune system - Cosmetic safety reviews (Cosmetic Ingredient Review and draft safety reports) report limited evidence that cocamidopropyl betaine can sensitize skin or trigger allergic reactions. That means it can affect the immune system in some people, especially those with sensitive skin.
Irritant - Industry safety assessments note limited evidence of skin sensitization and explicitly warn the ingredient may be unsafe in products left on the skin (not rinsed off). This shows it can cause redness, itching, or irritation for some users.
Eczema - Safety panels and reports observed cases of sensitization and recommend limits on use and product types. Because it can provoke skin reactions, it may trigger or worsen eczema in sensitive children.
Cancer - Regulatory and industry reviews flag contamination concerns for this ingredient, including nitrosamines and related amines. Nitrosamines are known to be carcinogenic, so impurity risks raise a cancer concern unless impurities are controlled as industry reviewers recommend.
Banned - Expert panels and tentative regulatory reports recommend use, concentration, and manufacturing restrictions for this ingredient and note it is unsafe in some product types (leave-on). While not universally banned, it is subject to regulatory or industry limits in some contexts.
Environmental - A national environmental agency (Environment Canada) flagged this ingredient as a suspected environmental toxin, indicating possible harm to ecosystems if released into the environment.
Confidence: MEDIUM
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
honey
🚨6/10
For infants (0-6 months): do not routinely put honey on a baby’s skin. Babies’ skin and immune systems are more sensitive, and there are reports of allergic reactions and some contamination concerns.
Immune system - Honey has been linked to allergy and immune reactions in people. Medical case reports show severe allergic responses (including anaphylaxis) after exposure, and ingredient safety reviews list honey as associated with immunotoxicity or allergies. Because these are real allergic reactions in humans, honey can be a risk for children who are allergic or become sensitized.
Eczema - There are documented human skin cases where honey caused contact urticaria and other allergic skin reactions after use on skin. A clinical case report described skin sensitization from topical use, so honey can trigger or worsen eczema or similar skin problems in sensitive children.
Irritant - Reports of dermal allergic reactions and contact urticaria indicate honey can cause redness, itching or rashes when applied to skin. Safety reviews and case reports support that topical use may irritate sensitive baby skin.
Long-Term Risk - Ingredient reviews note contamination concerns (for example, the heat-formed compound 5‑hydroxymethylfurfural) found in some honey preparations. This kind of contaminant is flagged at a low-to-moderate concern level, so repeated long-term exposure may pose a small additional risk.
Confidence: HIGH
peg-150 distearate
🚨6/10
For newborns and infants (0-6 months) this ingredient is something to be careful with. On its own it is not flagged as highly dangerous, but there are worries about possible contaminants and there isn’t much safety testing specifically in babies.
Cancer - Safety reviews flag high contamination concerns for this ingredient. Small impurity molecules named in the ingredient record (ethylene oxide and 1,4‑dioxane) are specifically listed as contaminants of concern by industry and regulatory safety reviews. Those contaminants are linked to cancer risk, so cancer is a real risk to note.
Long-Term Risk - The ingredient record shows a high contamination concern and also notes gaps in the safety assessment used by industry reviewers. Because the worry is about persistent impurities that can cause harm over time, there is a meaningful long‑term health risk if contaminated product is used repeatedly.
Banned - Industry and regulatory safety guidance place limits or restrictions on use of this ingredient and some product‑verification programs will not allow it without proof of safety. Those restrictions mean the ingredient is subject to heavy controls in certain programs and uses.
Confidence: MEDIUM
glycol distearate
⚠️4/10
For babies (newborns and infants 0–6 months), glycol distearate is probably low risk in small amounts, but safety tests are limited. Because babies’ skin is very delicate, it’s best to be careful and prefer products made specifically for infants.
Long-Term Risk - This ingredient is used in food and topical products and regulators note limited toxicity data and possible multiple, additive exposure sources (U.S. Food and Drug Administration). An industry safety review group also flagged gaps in how safety is assessed and relies on the maximum reported ‘as used’ concentration (Cosmetic Ingredient Review). Because people may get small amounts from more than one source and the safety data are incomplete, there is a real chance of unknown effects after repeated use over time.
Environmental - Canadian regulators describe the ingredient’s effects on the environment as uncertain (Environment Canada). Although they do not currently suspect it to persist or build up, the lack of clear ecotoxicology data means there could be environmental harm that is not yet well understood.
Confidence: MEDIUM
n-methyl taurine
⚠️4/10
Cannot understand what n-methyl taurine is it might be a misreading or a typo no clear safety data available for 0-6 months babies
Confidence: HIGH
caprylic acid
✅3/10
For infants (0–6 months): Caprylic acid is generally considered low risk by major safety reviews, but there is little direct testing in newborns. Babies this young have thinner, more sensitive skin, so extra caution is recommended.
Confidence: MEDIUM
sodium benzoate
✅3/10
For newborns and babies 0–6 months: sodium benzoate is a preservative that is generally considered low risk at the small amounts used in skin products, but infant skin is delicate so we take extra care.
Confidence: MEDIUM
sodium methyl lauroyl taurate
✅3/10
For newborns and infants (0–6 months) this ingredient is a mild cleanser often used in shampoos and face/body washes. Overall it shows low long‑term health concerns, but it can sometimes irritate skin or eyes if the formula is not made gently enough.
No Known Risk - A cosmetics safety review found this ingredient safe for topical use when it is used at the right amounts and formulated to avoid irritation. Reviews did not find any higher-than-low concerns for cancer, hormone effects, or reproductive/developmental harm. Minor irritation potential has been noted in some assessments, but overall no clear health risks were identified when the ingredient is properly formulated.
Confidence: LOW
butyrospermum parkii (shea) butter
✅2/10
Shea butter is generally safe as a moisturizer but rare allergies are possible in infants under 6 months
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
capric acid
✅2/10
For infants (0-6 months): Capric Acid is a common fatty acid used in skincare and foods and is generally considered low risk by safety panels. Still, babies’ skin is very delicate and direct studies in newborns are limited, so extra caution is recommended.
Confidence: MEDIUM
caprylyl glycol
✅2/10
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.
No Known Risk - Government and industry safety reviews found no clear health hazards for skin use. Tests say it is not likely to build up in the body, not persistent in the environment, and not harmful to organs. Industry reviewers do note limits on how much can be used and some data gaps, but overall the ingredient is rated low concern for topical use.
Confidence: HIGH
lauric acid
✅2/10
For infants (0–6 months, newborns, babies) lauric acid in small amounts in baby products is generally low risk. It is a fatty acid used to soften or gently clean skin. Still, because very young babies have delicate skin, we recommend being cautious.
No Known Risk - Government and industry reviews find lauric acid to be generally safe when used on skin or in food. The U.S. FDA lists it for limited food use, the U.S. EPA does not consider it likely to cause cancer, and Environment Canada rates it as a low human-health priority and not likely to build up in the body or persist in the environment. An industry safety panel notes some data gaps and recommends limits on concentration, but no clear health hazards above background levels were identified.
Confidence: HIGH
olea europaea (olive) fruit oil
✅2/10
Organic olive oil is generally safe for baby skin but may rarely cause irritation or worsen eczema used as moisturizer or emollient
No Known Risk - Olive oil is generally considered safe for topical use on baby skin, with no strong evidence linking it to irritation, eczema, or other health risks in most infants. While some studies suggest it may worsen eczema in predisposed babies, this is not consistent or proven for the general population. There are no known links to hormone disruption, cancer, organ risk, or other listed risks based on current research.
Confidence: HIGH
polyquaternium-10
✅2/10
For newborns and babies (0-6 months): Polyquaternium-10 is usually considered low risk in rinse-off baby products like shampoos, but there is limited information specifically for very young infants. Because babies’ skin is more delicate, we stay cautious.
Confidence: MEDIUM
sodium isethionate
✅2/10
For newborns and infants (0-6 months), sodium isethionate is a mild cleanser ingredient and is generally low risk. Reviews from health and cosmetic reviewers say it is not expected to be toxic and has low concern for cancer or reproductive harm. Because babies have very delicate skin and there is limited baby-specific data, we remain cautious.
No Known Risk - Expert reviews and regulatory assessments find no meaningful health hazards for sodium isethionate when used on the skin. A Canadian assessment concluded it is not expected to cause organ harm, is not persistent or likely to build up in the environment, and is not an environmental toxin. A cosmetic safety panel found it safe for use in cosmetics when used within concentration limits. Mild skin or eye irritation has been noted but the overall evidence points to low concern, so no specific health risks are identified for typical topical use.
Confidence: MEDIUM
sodium lauroyl isethionate
✅2/10
For infants (0-6 months) this ingredient is generally considered gentle and low risk when used in rinse-off cleansers. It is not linked to cancer or long-term harm in safety reviews, but it can sometimes irritate skin or eyes.
No Known Risk - Independent safety reviews found this ingredient safe for normal topical use. A cosmetic safety review concluded it can be used in products with some concentration limits, and a government health agency (Environment Canada) judged it unlikely to harm organs, build up in the body, or persist in the environment. Reports note possible irritation but do not show clear, higher-level harms. Taken together, these reviews do not identify real health risks for typical use on skin.
Confidence: MEDIUM
prunus amygdalus dulcis (sweet almond) oil
✅2/10
Sweet almond oil is commonly used in baby skincare for moisturizing. It is generally safe but may cause mild allergic reactions in sensitive infants.
Confidence: HIGH
sodium chloride
✅1/10
For infants and newborns (0-6 months) this ingredient is generally safe when used in the small amounts found in baby wipes, creams, and saline drops. It is the same simple salt used in food and is not considered toxic in these low amounts.
No Known Risk - Regulatory reviews flag no meaningful health hazards for topical use. Food and health authorities list it as safe for limited use, and environmental assessments find it unlikely to harm organs, build up in the body, or damage wildlife. Overall expert sources rate concerns as low across cancer, allergies, development, and use restrictions.
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 SheaMoisture BABY NIGHTTIME SHAMPOO & BATH MILK

Is this newborn-safe? SheaMoisture BABY NIGHTTIME SHAMPOO & BATH MILK

SheaMoisture BABY NIGHTTIME SHAMPOO & BATH MILK 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 SheaMoisture BABY NIGHTTIME SHAMPOO & BATH MILK. 5 concerning, 2 caution. Check the detailed analysis above for specific concerns.

When can newborns start using shampoo & bodywash & conditioner?

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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