TRIPLE PASTE® Maximum Strength 3X* MAX

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 TRIPLE PASTE® Maximum Strength 3X* MAX?

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USE WITH CAUTION

Danger Score: 5 (Lower is safer)

Quick Answer: TRIPLE PASTE® Maximum Strength 3X* MAX contains 11 ingredients. 2 caution. Use with Caution ⚠️ Always consult your pediatrician for newborns.

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Ingredients Analysis (11 found)

white 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

mineral oil

⚠️4/10

Mineral oil is a common baby moisturizer and can protect skin, but for newborns and babies 0–6 months there are some reasons to be careful. Studies and regulatory reviews have noted possible buildup of some mineral-oil components in body tissues and some people can have allergic or breathing reactions.

Immune system - There is evidence that mineral oil can act as an allergen or harm the immune system. Health review groups and medical literature list it as a possible immune or allergic toxicant, and workplace guidance notes strong evidence for immune effects in people.

Asthma - Mineral oil has been identified as a human respiratory allergen/toxicant, which means it can make breathing problems or asthma worse for some people. Occupational health sources report strong links to respiratory effects.

Organ Risk - Regulatory health assessments classify mineral oil as expected to be toxic or harmful to organs with repeated exposure, and list it as a medium human health priority for non-reproductive organ effects.

Builds Up - Research studies found mineral oil hydrocarbons accumulating in animal and human tissues, showing this ingredient can build up in the body over time.

Absorbed - Because mineral oil hydrocarbons have been measured inside body tissues, they can be absorbed into the body from topical use and not stay only on the skin.

Long-Term Risk - Given its tendency to accumulate in tissues and classifications showing organ toxicity concern, there is a potential for long-term health effects with repeated exposure over time.

Confidence: MEDIUM

avena sativa (oat) kernel extract

✅3/10

For infants (0–6 months) this oat kernel extract is generally safe and often used to calm and moisturize skin. Most safety data show low concern, but a small number of babies—particularly those with eczema or an oat allergy—can react to it.

No Known Risk - Formal cosmetic safety assessments find only low-level concerns for cancer, allergies, and developmental effects and conclude the ingredient is generally safe for topical use, sometimes with limits on concentration. No higher-than-low risks were identified in available reviews, so there are no clear real risks for children from normal topical use.

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

bisabolol

✅3/10

Soothing agent and fragrance. Low toxicity and low sensitization at typical levels, but infants may be sensitive. Likely used for anti irritation and mild scent.

Confidence: MEDIUM

lanolin

✅3/10

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

Confidence: HIGH

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

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

No Known Risk - Corn starch is widely used in baby powders and topical products, and current research does not show any significant health risks when used on intact skin. It is generally considered safe for topical use on babies, with no evidence linking it to irritation, hormone disruption, cancer, or other long-term health effects. However, care should be taken to avoid inhalation of powders, but for topical use, there are no known risks.

Confidence: HIGH

cholesterol

✅1/10

For infants (0-6 months) cholesterol is generally safe. It is a natural fat the skin already uses to stay healthy and is often included in baby creams to help the skin barrier. Major safety reviews find low concern for cancer, allergies, or harm to growth.

Confidence: HIGH

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

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 TRIPLE PASTE® Maximum Strength 3X* MAX

Is this newborn-safe? TRIPLE PASTE® Maximum Strength 3X* MAX

Use caution with TRIPLE PASTE® Maximum Strength 3X* MAX for 0-6 month old babies. Some ingredients may pose concerns.

What ingredients should I watch out for?

We analyzed 11 ingredients in TRIPLE PASTE® Maximum Strength 3X* MAX. 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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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.

No Guarantees: Results may be incomplete or inaccurate. Do not rely solely on this analysis.