VANICREAM Foaming Wash

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

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Is this safe for 0-6 month old newborns to use VANICREAM Foaming Wash?

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NOT RECOMMENDED

Danger Score: 6 (Lower is safer)

Quick Answer: VANICREAM Foaming Wash contains 10 ingredients. 1 concerning, 2 caution. Concerning - Has Problematic Ingredients ⚠️ Always consult your pediatrician for newborns.

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Ingredients Analysis (10 found)

lactate

🚨6/10

For newborns and young babies (0–6 months) sodium lactate can be used safely in small amounts when products are made for babies. Because baby skin is thinner and more easily absorbs ingredients, there is a slightly higher chance of irritation or increased absorption if the ingredient is used in strong concentrations or the wrong pH.

Banned - This ingredient is restricted for some uses and must follow limits in parts of the world. An industry safety panel sets concentration and pH rules and a national cosmetics watch list flags it as restricted, so some countries or products limit or ban it unless rules are met (Cosmetic Ingredient Review; Canada Cosmetics Hot List).

Absorbed - This chemical can help other things pass through the skin and itself is noted as a penetration enhancer. That means it can get into the body more easily if used on the skin (position paper on alpha-hydroxy acids).

Sun Burn - Experts say it must be formulated carefully to avoid making skin more sensitive to sunlight. Labels or sun-protection directions are recommended to lower this risk (Cosmetic Ingredient Review).

Irritant - Safety guidance says it may only be safe when used briefly and rinsed off, and there are limits on pH and concentration. Those rules point to a real chance of skin irritation if used wrong (Cosmetic Ingredient Review).

Confidence: MEDIUM

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

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

1 2-hexanediol

✅2/10

For newborns and young babies (0–6 months), this ingredient is generally okay in tiny amounts. The main concern is mild irritation, especially if it touches the eyes, is used on broken skin, or if the formula is strong.

Confidence: MEDIUM

aspartic acid

✅2/10

For infants (0–6 months) aspartic acid is generally low risk when used in small amounts on skin. It's a normal amino acid and reviewers consider it low concern for cancer, allergy, and reproductive harm. Because newborn skin is very delicate, we still recommend being careful.

No Known Risk - Authoritative agencies find no meaningful hazards for topical use. It is allowed for food use by the U.S. food agency, a Canadian agency says it is not expected to be toxic or to build up in the body, and industry safety reviewers note only routine safe‑use guidance. Taken together, these sources show no real health or environmental risks at normal use levels.

Confidence: HIGH

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

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

beta-glucan

✅1/10

Beta-glucan is usually safe for babies (newborns and infants 0–6 months) when used on the skin in normal amounts. It’s used to soothe and moisturize and is not linked to major risks in ingredient listings.

No Known Risk - A formal cosmetic safety review (Cosmetic Ingredient Review) and product-safety notes show only low-level concerns and some limits on concentration or impurities. No health concerns above low (for cancer, allergies/immune, or reproductive effects) were identified for typical topical use, so there are no known real risks when used as intended.

Confidence: HIGH

guar hydroxypropyltrimonium chloride

✅1/10

For infants (0-6 months), this ingredient is generally low risk when used in small amounts, especially in rinse-off products like baby shampoo. It can cause mild irritation in some people, so we recommend being cautious with newborns and babies.

Confidence: MEDIUM

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 VANICREAM Foaming Wash

Is this newborn-safe? VANICREAM Foaming Wash

VANICREAM Foaming Wash is not recommended for 0-6 month old babies due to potentially harmful ingredients.

What ingredients should I watch out for?

We analyzed 10 ingredients in VANICREAM Foaming Wash. 1 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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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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