SHOWER to SHOWER ORIGINAL FRESH

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 SHOWER to SHOWER ORIGINAL FRESH?

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NO - AVOID

Danger Score: 12 (Lower is safer)

Quick Answer: SHOWER to SHOWER ORIGINAL FRESH contains 9 ingredients. 2 concerning. Concerning - Has Problematic Ingredients ⚠️ Always consult your pediatrician for newborns.

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Ingredients Analysis (9 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

Hydrated Silica

🚨6/10

For newborns and babies (0–6 months), hydrated silica should be treated with caution. There isn’t strong evidence showing it’s clearly safe for very young infants, and some scientific reviews have raised concerns from animal studies and from persistence in the environment.

Cancer - Animal studies reported tumor formation at low doses, according to the Cosmetic Ingredient Review. That means there is some evidence from lab animals that this ingredient can cause tumors under certain conditions.

Absorbed - The ingredient summary notes enhanced skin absorption, and the Cosmetic Ingredient Review flagged data gaps in safety assessments. This signals a chance the material can get through skin and into the body more easily than expected.

Banned - This ingredient is restricted in some product standards and cannot be used in certain verified products without clear safety proof; industry guidance (Cosmetic Ingredient Review) also recommends limits. That means some regulators or standards bodies limit its use.

Confidence: MEDIUM

Hydrolyzed Corn Starch

✅2/10

For infants (0-6 months) hydrolyzed corn starch is generally low risk when used on normal, unbroken skin. It’s a processed corn ingredient used in small amounts in baby products and reported safety listings show low concern for cancer, developmental effects, and allergies.

No Known Risk - Available safety information shows low concern for cancer, allergies/immune effects, developmental or reproductive harm, and use restrictions for topical use. A cosmetic industry safety review notes only routine recommendations (limits on impurities or concentrations) rather than a health hazard. Based on this, no meaningful health risks have been identified for normal topical use of this ingredient.

Confidence: MEDIUM

Sodium Bicarbonate

✅2/10

For newborns and young babies (0–6 months), sodium bicarbonate is generally low risk when used in small amounts in products made for babies. It is widely used in foods and cosmetics and is considered unlikely to cause long-term harm. Because babies have very sensitive, thin skin and tend to put things in their mouths, we stay extra cautious.

No Known Risk - Government and industry safety reviews find no clear hazards for normal topical use. The U.S. FDA allows limited food uses; Environment Canada says it is not expected to be toxic or to build up in the body; an industry safety panel notes some data gaps and sets safe use limits but does not identify a health risk when used as intended. Based on these assessments, there are no known health risks for typical topical use.

Confidence: HIGH

Sodium Starch Octenylsuccinate

✅2/10

For infants (newborns and babies 0–6 months), this ingredient is generally considered low risk. Reviews by government and industry bodies say it is not expected to be toxic. Still, because babies’ skin is very delicate, I recommend being cautious.

No Known Risk - Government and industry safety reviews found this ingredient is not expected to be toxic to organs, the environment, or to cause cancer, allergy, or reproductive harm. Those reviews note only low-level concerns and advise limits on concentration or purity in products, but they do not identify a health risk when the ingredient is used as intended.

Confidence: HIGH

{ "ingredients": "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

Confidence: HIGH

Maltodextrin

✅1/10

Maltodextrin is generally safe for newborns and young babies when used on normal, unbroken skin in creams or lotions. It is not known to cause cancer or serious harm and has a low chance of causing an allergic reaction.

No Known Risk - Government and independent reviews find this ingredient safe for typical use. The U.S. food safety agency lists it as allowed for food, and a Canadian health agency says it is not expected to be toxic and is a low human-health priority. A cosmetic expert panel notes only routine limits on concentration or impurities. There are no identified health concerns above low for cancer, allergies, reproduction, or organ damage in the available assessments.

Confidence: HIGH

Tribasic Calcium Phosphate

✅1/10

For babies 0-6 months (newborns and infants), calcium phosphate used on the skin is very low risk. It is an inert mineral and is not linked to cancer or growth problems. The main small risk is irritation to skin, eyes, or breathing if dust or powder is inhaled.

No Known Risk - Reviewed safety assessments and government reviews show low concern for people. Authorities classify it as not expected to be toxic, not likely to build up in the body, and allowed for limited use in foods. Reports about skin/eye/lung irritation are low or not clearly proven. Taken together, there are no risks above low for normal topical use according to those safety reviews (Environment Canada, US FDA, Cosmetic Ingredient Review).

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.

Confidence: HIGH

Common Questions About SHOWER to SHOWER ORIGINAL FRESH

Is this newborn-safe? SHOWER to SHOWER ORIGINAL FRESH

SHOWER to SHOWER ORIGINAL FRESH 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 SHOWER to SHOWER ORIGINAL FRESH. 2 concerning. 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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Product Recognition: Product names are identified programatically and may be incorrect. Always verify product identity yourself.

Safety Analysis: Evaluations are for research only - consult pediatricians for medical decisions. Do not rely solely on this analysis.

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