Smoothing Berry & Primrose Shampoo & Wash

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Is this safe for 0-6 month old newborns to use Smoothing Berry & Primrose Shampoo & Wash?

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NO - AVOID
Danger Score: 17 (Lower is safer)
Quick Answer: Smoothing Berry & Primrose Shampoo & Wash contains 33 ingredients. 2 concerning, 14 caution. Concerning - Has Problematic Ingredients ⚠️ Always consult your pediatrician for newborns.

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Ingredients Analysis (33 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
Sorbic Acid
🚨6/10
For newborns and babies up to 6 months, sorbic acid is a preservative that is mostly considered low risk for things like cancer, but it can irritate skin or cause allergic reactions. Because babies’ skin is very sensitive and there’s limited safety data for this age, extra caution is advised.
Immune system - A safety review by the Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR) found strong evidence that sorbic acid can cause allergic and immune reactions in skin. Because it can trigger contact allergy, it is a real immune-system concern when put on skin, especially for children with sensitive skin.
Irritant - The CIR identifies sorbic acid as a human skin toxicant/allergen. That means it can cause skin redness, itching, or rashes when applied, so it can irritate sensitive baby skin.
Eczema - Because sorbic acid can cause skin allergic reactions, it can trigger or worsen eczema and similar flare-ups in children with atopic or sensitive skin, per the CIR safety findings and its recommended use limits.
Confidence: MEDIUM
Lecithin
⚠️5/10
For newborns and babies (0-6 months), lecithin is usually used as an ingredient to help creams and lotions spread. Many people tolerate it, but babies’ skin is delicate and there are signs that some people can have allergic reactions and that products can sometimes be contaminated. Because of that, it is safer to be cautious with lecithin on infant skin.
Immune system - A professional clinic group (AOEC) and published case reports show strong evidence that lecithin can act as an allergen or immune-system irritant in people. That means it can trigger allergic or immune reactions in some children, so watch for rashes, swelling, or breathing trouble.
Asthma - Experts report lecithin as a human respiratory toxicant or allergen (AOEC) and case studies show possible breathing-related reactions. This could make asthma or wheezy breathing worse in sensitive children.
Absorbed - A cosmetic industry safety panel (Cosmetic Ingredient Review, CIR) lists lecithin as a penetration enhancer, meaning it can help other substances get through the skin and into the body. That raises the chance that unwanted chemicals could be absorbed.
Cancer - The ingredient record flags contamination concerns — specifically nitrosamines — at a high level. Nitrosamines are known carcinogens, so contamination raises a potential cancer risk if products contain those impurities.
Environmental - A national agency review (Environment Canada) notes uncertainty about environmental toxicity for this substance. That means it could pose risks to wildlife or ecosystems, though the evidence is unclear.
Confidence: MEDIUM
Ascorbyl Palmitate
⚠️4/10
For newborns and infants (0-6 months) this ingredient is not well studied in babies. While it is often used as an antioxidant in grown-up skin products, a lab study found it can cause extra cell stress in skin cells when the skin is exposed to UV light. Because baby skin is thinner and more sensitive, it's safer to be cautious.
Sun Burn - A laboratory study found that this ingredient makes UV-B damage worse in skin cells, causing more fat breakdown and cell harm. That means skin could burn or be harmed more easily in sunlight (based on the cited lab study).
Irritant - The same lab research showed cell damage in skin cells (cytotoxicity) after exposure, which can lead to redness, irritation, or rashes on sensitive skin.
Long-Term Risk - Lab evidence shows the ingredient can make extra reactive oxygen species that can disturb cell signaling and cause mutations; the report notes this could be linked to long-term problems like heart disease, so there is a possible long-term health concern (based on the cited study).
Environmental - Canada's environmental agency flagged this substance as a suspected environmental toxin, meaning it may harm wildlife or ecosystems if released.
Confidence: MEDIUM
Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract
⚠️4/10
For infants (0–6 months): chamomile flower extract is usually low risk for adults, but babies’ skin is much more sensitive. It can sometimes cause a rash or allergic reaction, so avoid using it routinely on newborns or very young babies.
No Known Risk - Major safety reviews find only low or unclear concerns. A cosmetic safety panel says this chamomile extract is generally safe in products when used with limits, and the European chemicals agency notes only limited evidence of skin allergy. A few small human studies and a review reported unclear (equivocal) findings for nerve or pregnancy effects, but the data are not strong. No health concern here is rated above low.
Confidence: MEDIUM
Citric Acid
⚠️4/10
For newborns and infants (0–6 months), citric acid is generally low risk for long‑term harm but can irritate sensitive baby skin or eyes. It is used to balance acidity in many products, but special care is needed for very young babies.
Banned - Health Canada has placed restrictions on the use, concentration, or manufacturing of citric acid in cosmetics in Canada. An industry safety panel (Cosmetic Ingredient Review) also says safe use depends on product concentration and notes data gaps, so makers must limit or document how they use it. Because of these government and industry limits, some safety-verification programs will not allow this ingredient in products without proof it is used safely.
Confidence: HIGH
Coco-Glucoside
⚠️4/10
Coco‑Glucoside is a gentle, plant‑based cleanser. For infants (newborns, babies 0–6 months) it is usually low risk when used at normal levels in baby shampoos and washes, but very young skin is more easily irritated or sensitized.
Immune system - Human patch-testing studies and case reports show that coco‑glucoside and related alkyl glucosides can cause allergic reactions in some people. Reviews and clinical reports (including a 2019 patch‑testing study and a 2014 case report, plus a 2004 review of alkyl polyglycosides) document possible immune/allergic effects.
Eczema - There are published clinical cases of allergic contact dermatitis tied to alkyl glucosides, meaning this ingredient can trigger or worsen eczema‑like skin reactions in sensitive individuals (reported in a 2014 case report and supported by later patch‑testing findings).
Confidence: HIGH
Coconut Acid
⚠️4/10
Coconut Acid is a fatty acid from coconut oil used as a cleanser but may irritate sensitive baby skin and is not well studied for 0-6 months
Irritant - Coconut acid is a fatty acid derived from coconut oil and can act as a mild skin irritant, especially for babies with sensitive skin or compromised skin barriers.
Confidence: LOW
Glyceryl Oleate
⚠️4/10
Glyceryl oleate is usually used to make creams and lotions feel smooth. For newborns and infants (0–6 months) it is generally okay in small amounts, but it has been reported to irritate skin or eyes in some people. Because babies’ skin is very delicate, use products with this ingredient only if they are made for babies.
Irritant - A safety review panel found strong human evidence that this ingredient can irritate skin, eyes, and lungs. That means it can cause redness, stinging, or discomfort on sensitive baby skin or if it gets in the eyes or is inhaled during use (source: Cosmetic Ingredient Review).
Eczema - Because the ingredient is a confirmed skin irritant, it can trigger or make eczema and similar rashes worse in children with sensitive skin. The same safety review cited clear human irritation evidence that supports this risk (source: Cosmetic Ingredient Review).
Asthma - The ingredient has been reported to cause lung irritation in people. That lung irritation can make breathing problems or asthma symptoms worse in children who are sensitive or already have asthma (source: Cosmetic Ingredient Review).
Environmental - A government environmental review flagged this substance as a suspected environmental toxin. That means it may pose harms to wildlife or aquatic life if released into the environment (source: Environment Canada).
Confidence: MEDIUM
Lauryl Glucoside
⚠️4/10
For newborns and infants (0–6 months): this is a mild cleansing ingredient and is usually low risk, but babies’ skin is very delicate so there’s a small chance it can irritate or rarely cause an allergic reaction.
Immune system - Human patch-test reports and case studies show that alkyl glucosides, including lauryl glucoside, have caused allergic or immune reactions in some people. A review and specific patch-test studies (2014 and 2019) note possible immune or allergenic effects in certain users, so there is a real chance this ingredient can trigger immune responses in sensitive children.
Eczema - There are documented human case reports of allergic contact dermatitis from alkyl glucosides (reported in patch-testing studies from 2014 and 2019). That means lauryl glucoside can trigger or worsen eczema or similar skin rashes for some people with sensitive skin.
Fertility - A toxicology review of alkyl polyglycosides (2004) reports animal studies where male reproductive effects occurred at moderate doses. While this is from animal data, it indicates a possible risk to reproductive health that should be noted.
Confidence: HIGH
Potassium Sorbate
⚠️4/10
For newborns and infants (0–6 months), potassium sorbate is usually low risk for causing illness systemically, but it can cause skin allergies or irritation. Babies have very delicate skin, so we are extra careful with this ingredient.
Immune system - A cosmetic safety review (Cosmetic Ingredient Review) found strong evidence that potassium sorbate can cause allergic reactions in human skin. That means some children could have immune system responses (contact allergy) if their skin touches products with this ingredient.
Irritant - A safety assessment by a cosmetic review panel lists potassium sorbate as a human skin toxicant or allergen. This supports a real risk of skin redness, itching, or rashes when used on sensitive or damaged skin.
Eczema - Because this ingredient is shown to be a skin allergen, it can trigger or make eczema and similar skin conditions worse in people who are sensitive.
Confidence: HIGH
Sodium Dehydroacetate
⚠️4/10
For newborns and babies under 6 months: this ingredient is a preservative with generally low concern in older people, but we have limited data for very young infants. Because baby skin is delicate, I recommend being cautious.
Hormones - A U.S. regulatory agency links this chemical to endocrine disruption. That means it can affect normal hormone development, which is important for babies and young children.
Confuse Hormones - The same regulatory review notes the chemical can act on hormone systems. This suggests it may act like or block natural hormones and confuse the body's signals.
Fertility - Peer‑reviewed animal studies show effects on development or reproduction at moderate doses, so there is a possible risk to future fertility or reproductive development.
Organ Risk - A European chemicals agency classifies it as toxic or harmful and animal studies show organ effects at some doses, so repeated or high exposures could harm organs like liver or kidneys.
Long-Term Risk - Animal studies report biochemical and cellular changes at moderate doses, which raises concern for possible long‑term health effects with repeated exposure.
Environmental - Hazard labeling and peer‑reviewed studies flag risks to wildlife and the environment, so this ingredient can be toxic to aquatic life or other wildlife in some settings.
Confidence: MEDIUM
Nasturtium Officinale Leaf Extract
⚠️4/10
Limited safety data for watercress extract on infant skin possible allergen may be used for antioxidant or soothing properties
No Known Risk - Watercress leaf extract is generally considered safe for topical use, with no evidence in scientific literature linking it to irritation, hormone disruption, cancer, or other health risks in babies. There are no known reports of adverse effects or regulatory restrictions for this ingredient in baby products.
Confidence: LOW
Vaccinium Angustifolium Fruit Extract
⚠️4/10
Vaccinium Angustifolium Fruit Extract is a blueberry extract with limited safety data for infants under 6 months topical use caution advised
No Known Risk - Blueberry extract is generally considered safe for topical use, with no evidence linking it to irritation, allergies, hormone disruption, or other health risks in babies based on current research.
Confidence: LOW
Spiraea Ulmeria Flower Extract
⚠️4/10
Spiraea Ulmeria Flower Extract is not a recognized or common cosmetic ingredient. It may be a misreading or typo and lacks safety data for babies 0-6 months.
Confidence: HIGH
Sodium Methyltaurate
⚠️4/10
Sodium Methyltaurate is not a recognized cosmetic or baby care ingredient and may be a misreading or typo. Cannot assess safety without clear identification.
Confidence: HIGH
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
Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract
3/10
For infants (0–6 months): generally low risk when used in small amounts in baby lotions or wipes made for newborn skin. But because it’s a plant extract, some babies can get a skin reaction, especially if they or family members are allergic to daisies/marigolds.
No Known Risk - Safety reviews for this calendula flower extract show only low-level concerns for cancer, allergies, and effects on growth/reproduction. Industry safety panels note limits on how much can be used and say some data are missing, but there is no clear evidence of real harm when used on the skin. Some verified product programs restrict its use unless makers provide extra safety information.
Confidence: MEDIUM
Nasturtium Officinale Flower Extract
3/10
For infants (newborns and babies 0–6 months), this watercress flower extract appears to have low concerns in general testing, but specific safety data for very young babies is limited. Because infant skin is more sensitive, it’s safer to be cautious.
No Known Risk - Available safety reviews for this topical plant extract did not identify any health hazards for children; flagged concerns were only low-level and do not point to a real risk. Note that some product‑verification programs restrict its use unless makers provide safety substantiation, but that is a precaution by the program, not a finding of harm.
Confidence: LOW
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
Tocopherol
3/10
For newborns and babies (0–6 months): tocopherol (vitamin E) is usually low risk when used in small amounts on the skin, but baby skin is very delicate. There are some safety notes about possible contamination and a rare chance of skin allergy, so take extra care with infants and newborns.
Confidence: MEDIUM
Sodium Lauryl Glucose Carboxylate
3/10
This ingredient is a mild, sugar-based cleanser that is generally low risk. For babies and newborns (0–6 months) it can still cause irritation to very sensitive skin or eyes in some cases.
Confidence: MEDIUM
Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Tourate
3/10
For newborns and infants (0-6 months): this ingredient is a gentle cleanser used in baby shampoos and washes. Overall it is low risk in safety reviews, but because it can sometimes irritate eyes or skin and may help other ingredients get into the skin, extra care is advised for babies.
Confidence: MEDIUM
Glycerin
2/10
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.
Confidence: HIGH
Hydrogenated Palm Glycerides Citrate
2/10
For infants (0–6 months): this ingredient is generally low-risk when used in small amounts in products made for babies. Newborn skin is delicate, so we are extra careful even when data show low concerns.
No Known Risk - Available safety reviews for this topical ingredient report only low-level concerns across cancer, allergy/immune, reproductive/developmental, and use-restriction categories, and no other hazard flags are listed. In other words, current ingredient assessments do not identify meaningful health risks for typical topical use.
Confidence: MEDIUM
Oenothera Biennis Flower Extract
2/10
For infants (newborns and babies 0–6 months): this evening primrose flower extract is generally considered low concern in safety listings, but there is little direct information for very young babies. Because babies this young have very sensitive skin, we recommend caution.
No Known Risk - Available safety notes for this topical evening primrose flower extract show only low-level concerns for cancer, allergies/immune effects, reproductive/developmental effects, and use limits. No hazards above low were identified, so there are no specific risks flagged for typical topical use based on the reviewed data.
Confidence: MEDIUM
Sodium Gluconate
2/10
For newborns and babies (0–6 months), sodium gluconate is usually low risk when used in small amounts on the skin. Because baby skin is thin and absorbs more, we are a little more careful with any added ingredient.
Confidence: MEDIUM
Theobroma Cacao Seed Butter
2/10
Theobroma cacao seed butter is cocoa butter used as a skin emollient minor allergy risk but generally safe for baby skin
No Known Risk - Cocoa butter is widely used in baby products and is generally considered safe for topical use on baby skin. 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 cocoa butter itself. Current research and regulatory guidance do not identify cocoa butter as a risk for babies.
Confidence: HIGH
Cocos Nucifera Oil
1/10
Coconut oil is generally safe for infant skin and is used as a moisturizer but monitor for rare allergies
No Known Risk - Coconut oil is widely used topically for babies and is generally considered safe. There is no strong evidence linking it to irritation, allergies, hormone disruption, cancer, or other health risks when used on healthy baby skin. Rare allergic reactions are possible, but not common enough to warrant a risk label based on current research.
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
Butyrospermum Parkii Butter
1/10
Butyrospermum Parkii Shea Butter is a natural fat used as an emollient in baby products. It is very safe and commonly used in baby lotions and wipes for 0-6 months babies.
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
Sodium Cocoamphoscetate
1/10
Sodium Cocoamphoscetate is a mild surfactant commonly used in baby shampoos and body washes. It is gentle and safe for 0-6 month babies in topical use.
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 Smoothing Berry & Primrose Shampoo & Wash

Is this newborn-safe? Smoothing Berry & Primrose Shampoo & Wash

Smoothing Berry & Primrose Shampoo & Wash is not recommended for 0-6 month old babies due to potentially harmful ingredients.

What ingredients should I watch out for?

We analyzed 33 ingredients in Smoothing Berry & Primrose Shampoo & Wash. 2 concerning, 14 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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