burt's bees BABY shampoo & wash ORIGINAL

shampoo & bodywash & conditioner • For 1-2 year old toddlers • Skin contact 🧴

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Is this toddler-safe to use burt's bees BABY shampoo & wash ORIGINAL?

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NO - AVOID

Danger Score: 18 (Lower is safer)

Quick Answer: burt's bees BABY shampoo & wash ORIGINAL contains 21 ingredients. 1 concerning, 2 caution. Concerning - Has Problematic Ingredients ⚠️ Watch for toddler-specific sensitivities.

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Ingredients Analysis (21 found)

fragrance

🚨6/10

Perfume in baby products can cause skin irritation or allergic reactions in 1-2 year olds. It is often added for scent but should be used cautiously.

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

limonene

⚠️5/10

For toddlers (1–2 years): limonene can cause skin irritation and allergic reactions in some children. It is a moderate concern — not the most dangerous ingredient, but use cautiously.

Immune system - This ingredient is listed as a known human allergen and has multiple regulatory flags for immune-system effects (EU cosmetics and hazard labeling rules, and US regulatory listings). That means it can trigger allergic reactions or other immune effects in some people, including children.

Eczema - Experts and regulatory lists identify this chemical as a skin allergen and sensitizer (EU hazard and cosmetics notices). For babies or kids with sensitive skin or a history of eczema, it can trigger or worsen rash and contact dermatitis.

Irritant - Hazard classifications name this ingredient as a skin and general irritant (EU GHS hazard codes). It can cause redness, stinging, or eye and lung irritation if it touches or is breathed in.

Cancer - The ingredient record flags contamination concerns with formaldehyde. Formaldehyde is classified as a carcinogen by international cancer authorities, so contamination raises a potential cancer-related risk if present.

Builds Up - Some environmental assessments and peer-reviewed studies list this chemical as persistent and bioaccumulative in wildlife (OSPAR and scientific literature), meaning it can build up in the environment and animals over time.

Environmental - Regulatory hazard listings and ecological reviews note possible harm to wildlife and the environment (EU hazard codes and environmental assessments). This means its release or repeated use can be harmful to ecosystems.

Confidence: HIGH

alcohol

⚠️4/10

Alcohol is a broad term and could mean different types such as ethanol or fatty alcohols. Without specification it is unclear what alcohol is referenced.

Confidence: HIGH

phenoxyethanol

✅3/10

For toddlers (1–2 years) phenoxyethanol is usually safe in skin products when used at the low levels manufacturers follow (around 1% or less). It helps prevent germs in creams and lotions. The main issue is that it can sometimes cause skin irritation or, rarely, allergic reactions.

Confidence: HIGH

ascorbyl palmitate

✅2/10

For toddlers (1–2 years), ascorbyl palmitate is generally low risk when used in small amounts on normal, unbroken skin. However, lab studies show it can increase damaging molecules in skin cells after strong sun (UV-B) exposure, and some product-safety reviewers recommend limits or further safety data.

Confidence: MEDIUM

betaine

✅2/10

For toddlers (1–2 years): Betaine is commonly used to moisturize skin and is generally low risk. Most safety reviews do not link it to cancer, allergies or developmental harm. But there are occasional notes about possible contamination and some people may get mild irritation.

Confidence: MEDIUM

citric acid

✅2/10

For toddlers (1-2 years), citric acid in normal skin products is usually safe at the low levels used. It helps control product pH and keep products stable. The biggest concern is skin or eye irritation, not long-term disease.

Confidence: HIGH

coco-glucoside

✅2/10

For toddlers (1–2 years), Coco‑Glucoside is generally safe. It is a gentle cleanser found in baby and children’s shampoos, body washes, and wipes. Most children do fine with it, but a few can get irritation or an allergic rash.

Confidence: HIGH

lauryl glucoside

✅2/10

For toddlers (1–2 years) lauryl glucoside is generally safe. It’s a gentle cleansing ingredient used in baby shampoos, wipes and lotions. Most children won’t have problems, but a few people can get irritation or an allergic skin reaction.

Confidence: HIGH

lecithin

✅2/10

For toddlers (1–2 years): Lecithin is usually safe when used on the skin in normal baby products. Most toddlers won't have problems, but some children can be allergic and there is a manufacturing contamination concern to be aware of.

Confidence: MEDIUM

potassium sorbate

✅2/10

For toddlers (1–2 years old), potassium sorbate in lotions or wipes is usually low risk at the small amounts normally used. Some children can get a skin allergy or irritation, especially on broken or very sensitive skin.

Confidence: HIGH

glycerin

✅1/10

For toddlers (1-2 years), glycerin is commonly used and considered low risk when included in normal baby products like lotions, wipes, and diaper creams. It helps skin stay hydrated and is rarely a problem.

Confidence: HIGH

glyceryl oleate

✅1/10

For toddlers (1-2 years), glyceryl oleate is usually safe when used on the skin in normal amounts. It helps moisturizers and creams spread smoothly. Serious health risks are low, but it can cause skin or eye irritation in some children.

Confidence: HIGH

hydrogenated palm glycerides citrate

✅1/10

For toddlers (1-2 years old), this ingredient is generally low risk when used on the skin in normal amounts. It acts like a moisturizer and stabilizer and is not linked to serious harms in the provided safety data.

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: HIGH

sodium phytate

✅1/10

For toddlers (1-2 years): sodium phytate is generally low risk when used on the skin. It helps keep products stable and is unlikely to cause harm on healthy toddler skin. A few reports note mild irritation in some cases and that it can increase absorption of other ingredients, so extra caution is advised.

No Known Risk - The available safety summary for this topical ingredient shows only low or limited concerns. Reports note occasional, limited eye/skin/respiratory irritation and one animal study that found tumors only at very high doses; a regulatory review lists low non‑reproductive organ toxicity and some product-use restrictions. No moderate or high level hazards were identified, so no real risks were found in the provided data.

Confidence: HIGH

sucrose laurate

✅1/10

For toddlers (1–2 years), sucrose laurate is usually safe. It’s a gentle, sugar‑derived ingredient used to help mix and rinse products and is listed as low concern in ingredient reviews.

No Known Risk - Safety reviews for this topical ingredient show only low concerns for cancer, allergies/immune effects, developmental or reproductive harm, and use restrictions. No higher-risk issues were identified in the available safety summary, so there are no known health risks for typical skin use.

Confidence: MEDIUM

tocopherol

✅1/10

For toddlers and young children (1–2 years old), tocopherol (vitamin E) used on the skin is usually safe. It helps protect oils and soften skin. Most children will not have problems, but a small number can get a rash or irritation.

Confidence: HIGH

xanthan gum

✅1/10

For toddlers (1–2 years), xanthan gum used on the skin is generally safe. It’s a common ingredient in baby wipes, lotions and creams and usually does not cause irritation or allergy.

No Known Risk - Safety reviews and regulatory assessments find no health hazards above a low level for topical use. It is approved for limited use in food, classified as not expected to be toxic and a low human-health priority, and not suspected to be an environmental toxin. Cosmetic industry reviewers note only guidance on concentrations or purity. Because no concern was rated above low, no specific risks were identified for babies or children.

Confidence: HIGH

decyl glucoside

✅1/10

Decyl Glucoside is a mild non ionic surfactant commonly used in baby shampoos and body washes. It is very safe for 1-2 year olds in topical use.

Confidence: HIGH

isoamyl laurate

✅0/10

For toddlers (1–2 years), Isoamyl laurate is generally very safe. It is used to soften skin and has low reported risks for long-term harm.

Confidence: HIGH

water

✅0/10

Water is very safe for toddlers (1-2 years old) to have on their skin. It is the main base in wipes and baby lotions and is not considered harmful when used as intended.

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 burt's bees BABY shampoo & wash ORIGINAL

Toddler-friendly? burt's bees BABY shampoo & wash ORIGINAL

burt's bees BABY shampoo & wash ORIGINAL is not recommended for 1-2 year old toddlers due to potentially harmful ingredients.

What ingredients should I watch out for?

We analyzed 21 ingredients in burt's bees BABY shampoo & wash ORIGINAL. 1 concerning, 2 caution. Check the detailed analysis above for specific concerns.

When can toddlers using shampoo & bodywash & conditioner?

The appropriate age depends on the specific ingredients. This analysis is for 1-2 year old toddlers. 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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