calendula CREAM

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Is this toddler-safe to use calendula CREAM?

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NO - AVOID

Danger Score: 10 (Lower is safer)

Quick Answer: calendula CREAM contains 22 ingredients. 2 caution. Use with Caution ⚠️ Watch for toddler-specific sensitivities.

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Ingredients Analysis (22 found)

lavandula angustifolia

⚠️5/10

Lavender oil may cause skin irritation or allergic reactions in young children and is not essential in baby care products

Irritant - Lavender oil can cause skin irritation, redness, or rashes, especially on sensitive baby skin, as documented in dermatological studies.

Hormones - Some studies have suggested that topical lavender oil may have hormone-disrupting effects, such as prepubertal gynecomastia in boys, indicating a potential risk for hormone disruption in babies.

Confidence: HIGH

pimpinella anisum seed extract

⚠️5/10

For toddlers (1–2 years), anise seed extract can cause skin allergy or irritation. Most other long‑term health risks are considered low, but data are limited for young children.

Immune system - This ingredient is listed as a known human allergen and has evidence of causing allergic reactions on the skin, so it can trigger immune responses in sensitive children (noted by the EU cosmetics authority and by the European chemicals agency).

Irritant - There is limited but clear evidence of dermal toxicity and skin allergies, meaning it can cause skin redness, itching, or rashes on contact for some people (documented by the European chemicals agency).

Eczema - Because it is a known allergen and can cause skin reactions, it may trigger or make eczema and similar skin conditions worse in babies or children (supported by the EU cosmetics directive and the European chemicals agency findings).

Confidence: MEDIUM

rosmarinus officinalis leaf extract

✅3/10

For toddlers (1-2 years) rosemary leaf extract is usually low risk but can cause skin irritation or allergic reactions in some children.

Confidence: HIGH

calendula officinalis flowers

✅2/10

For toddlers (1–2 years) calendula flower extract is generally safe when used on the skin in normal baby or child products. Serious risks are rare. The main concern is that some children who are allergic to plants in the daisy family may get a contact rash.

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: HIGH

ocimum basilicum leaf extract

✅2/10

Ocimum basilicum leaf extract is basil extract used for fragrance or soothing but rare allergy risk exists so generally safe for baby skin

No Known Risk - Basil leaf extract is generally considered safe for topical use, with no strong evidence linking it to irritation, allergies, hormone disruption, or other health risks in babies. There are no known reports of toxicity or adverse effects in infants from topical application, so it is considered low risk based on current research.

Confidence: MEDIUM

phytic acid

✅2/10

For toddlers (1-2 years), phytic acid is generally low risk when it's used in small amounts in regular skincare products. It can sometimes cause mild skin irritation and some safety reviews have flagged possible hormone-related effects in limited studies, so we stay cautious with little ones.

Confidence: MEDIUM

salvia sclarea

✅2/10

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No Known Risk - Reviewed assessments rate cancer, allergies/immunotoxicity, and reproductive/developmental concerns as low. A European chemical agency notes only limited evidence of skin irritation or allergy. Because no health concerns are rated above low, there are no identified meaningful risks for typical topical use. Note: some product-certification programs may restrict this ingredient unless makers provide extra safety information.

Confidence: MEDIUM

aloe barbadensis leaf juice

✅1/10

For toddlers (1–2 years) aloe vera leaf juice applied to the skin is usually safe. A few children may get redness or an allergic reaction, but overall risk is low when the product is purified and used as intended.

Confidence: MEDIUM

calendula officinalis extract

✅1/10

For a 1-2 year old toddler, calendula flower extract is generally safe when used on normal, unbroken skin. It is often used in baby and toddler skin care to help calm redness or dryness.

No Known Risk - Reviewed safety information finds low concern for cancer, allergic or immune effects, and developmental or reproductive harms for this topical plant extract. An industry safety panel (Cosmetic Ingredient Review) did note some data gaps and recommends limits on concentration and control of impurities, but no serious hazards were identified for normal skin use. Because formal safety reviews rate the concerns as low, there are no known health risks for typical topical use.

Confidence: HIGH

canola oil

✅1/10

For toddlers (1-2 years), canola oil used on the skin is generally safe and low risk. It is commonly used to moisturize and soften skin and is not linked to strong concerns for cancer, allergies, or effects on growth at typical use levels.

Confidence: HIGH

caprylic/capric triglyceride

✅1/10

For toddlers (1–2 years): This is a gentle, lightweight oil used in many baby lotions and wipes. It is generally safe on normal toddler skin and has a very low safety concern.

Confidence: HIGH

cetearyl alcohol

✅1/10

For toddlers and young children (1-2 years) cetearyl alcohol is usually safe when applied to the skin. It is a moisturizing, non-greasy ingredient used in lotions and creams and has a low reported risk in safety reviews.

Confidence: HIGH

cetyl alcohol

✅1/10

For toddlers (1–2 years), cetyl alcohol is usually safe. It helps creams feel smooth and rarely causes problems. Most children won’t have any reaction, but kids with very sensitive skin or eczema may be more likely to react.

Confidence: HIGH

glyceryl caprylate

✅1/10

For toddlers (1-2 years old): this ingredient is usually safe in skin products at normal levels. It’s used to help preserve products and soften skin. Most large reviews rate major concerns like cancer or allergy as low.

Confidence: MEDIUM

glyceryl stearate

✅1/10

For toddlers (1–2 years) glyceryl stearate is generally safe. It helps creams and wipes feel smooth and usually does not cause serious problems. Most experts say the chance of long-term harm or cancer is very low.

Confidence: HIGH

levulinic acid

✅1/10

For toddlers (1-2 years old): levulinic acid is generally low risk when it’s used in small amounts in skin products. Reviews by safety agencies find little concern for cancer, allergies or effects on growth and development. It’s often used to help keep products safe from germs.

No Known Risk - Official safety reviews and government assessments find low concern for this ingredient. Reviews say it is unlikely to cause cancer, is allowed for limited use in food, is not expected to harm organs, and is not likely to persist or build up in the environment or body. A cosmetic expert review notes safe use when following limits on concentration and impurities. For typical topical use, there are no higher-than-low concerns reported.

Confidence: HIGH

polyglyceryl-4 esters

✅1/10

For toddlers (1–2 years), polyglyceryl-4 esters are generally safe. They are commonly used in baby and children’s lotions and creams and are not linked to serious health concerns in the safety database.

No Known Risk - Available safety reviews report only low-level concerns for cancer, allergies/immune effects, and reproductive effects, and no higher-level findings or bans for topical use. No evidence was found for hormone disruption, organ harm, or other children's health risks at typical use levels. Because all concerns are rated low, there are no known health risks for children from normal topical use of this ingredient.

Confidence: HIGH

safflower seed oil

✅1/10

Carthamus tinctorius safflower seed oil is a mild emollient commonly used in baby care products and is generally safe for 1-2 year olds

No Known Risk - Safflower seed oil is widely used in baby skincare products and is considered safe for topical use. There is no strong evidence linking it to irritation, allergies, or other health risks in babies. It is generally well-tolerated, even on sensitive skin, and is not associated with any of the listed risk categories.

Confidence: HIGH

stearic acid

✅1/10

For toddlers (1–2 years), stearic acid is usually safe in small amounts in creams or lotions. It helps products feel smooth and stay mixed, and most children won’t have problems from it.

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

vegetable glycerin

✅1/10

Vegetable glycerin is a common safe humectant in baby topical products. It moisturizes skin without known toxicity or irritation in 1-2 year olds.

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 calendula CREAM

Toddler-friendly? calendula CREAM

calendula CREAM is not recommended for 1-2 year old toddlers due to potentially harmful ingredients.

What ingredients should I watch out for?

We analyzed 22 ingredients in calendula CREAM. 2 caution. Check the detailed analysis above for specific concerns.

When can toddlers using lotion?

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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