Calendula Diaper Cream

skin protectant & rash ointment • For 1-2 year old toddlers • Skin contact 🧴

skin protectant & rash ointment

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Is this toddler-safe to use Calendula Diaper Cream?

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NO - AVOID

Danger Score: 34 (Lower is safer)

Quick Answer: Calendula Diaper Cream contains 18 ingredients. 3 concerning, 4 caution. Concerning - Has Problematic Ingredients ⚠️ Watch for toddler-specific sensitivities.

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Ingredients Analysis (18 found)

sage oil

🚨7/10

Sage oil can contain thujone which is neurotoxic and not recommended for infants topical use likely added for fragrance

Irritant - Sage oil contains compounds like thujone and camphor, which can cause skin irritation, redness, or rashes, especially on sensitive baby skin.

Absorbed - Sage oil's active components can be absorbed through the skin, potentially entering the bloodstream, which is a concern for babies with underdeveloped skin barriers.

Hormones - Sage oil contains phytoestrogens and thujone, which may interfere with hormone development and balance, posing a risk to infants.

Confidence: HIGH

cananga oil

🚨6/10

For toddlers (1–2 years), cananga (ylang ylang) oil can cause allergic reactions and skin irritation. It is best treated as a potentially irritating fragrance ingredient and avoided directly on young children's skin.

Immune system - This oil is known to cause allergic reactions. EU cosmetic rules list it as a human allergen, the fragrance industry group reports strong evidence it can trigger allergies, and the European chemicals agency notes cases of skin allergy and sensitivity. For babies and kids, this can mean rashes, hives, or other immune reactions if their skin touches products with this oil.

Confidence: HIGH

rosemary oil

🚨6/10

For toddlers (1-2 years), rosemary leaf oil can cause skin irritation or allergic reactions in some children. It is not among the most dangerous ingredients, but it should be used carefully on young skin.

Immune system - There is strong evidence that rosemary leaf oil can cause allergic or immune reactions in people. This ingredient is listed as a human allergen by the EU cosmetics authority and is noted for immune/allergy concerns by other safety reviewers, so it can trigger allergic responses in some children.

Eczema - Rosemary leaf oil has been identified as a skin allergen and can trigger or make eczema and similar rashes worse. This risk is supported by the EU cosmetics listing and safety reviews that note immune or allergy effects in humans.

Organ Risk - Animal studies show metabolic effects at moderate doses, and a European chemicals agency has classified the ingredient as potentially toxic or harmful in some assessments. That means repeated or high exposures could affect organs like the liver or other systems in animals, so there is some organ risk to note.

Brain Development - Animal research shows neuroendocrine or nervous-system effects at moderate doses. That suggests the oil could affect developing brain or hormone-related brain processes if exposure is high, so there is a possible risk to early brain development.

Absorbed - This oil can act as a skin penetration enhancer, meaning it can help other substances (and itself) get through the skin into the body. The Cosmetic Ingredient Review notes this property, so topical use can lead to absorption into the bloodstream.

Confidence: HIGH

clary sage oil

⚠️5/10

Clary sage oil may cause skin irritation or sensitization in babies and is not recommended for infants topical use likely added for fragrance

Irritant - Clary sage oil is an essential oil that can cause skin irritation, redness, or rashes, especially on sensitive baby skin or if not properly diluted.

Absorbed - Clary sage oil contains compounds that can be absorbed through the skin, potentially entering the bloodstream, which is a concern for babies with developing systems.

Confidence: MEDIUM

lavender oil

⚠️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

orange oil

⚠️5/10

Orange oil can cause skin irritation or allergic reactions in babies and is often used for fragrance

Irritant - Orange oil contains limonene and other citrus compounds that can cause skin irritation, redness, or rashes, especially on sensitive baby skin.

Sun Burn - Orange oil can increase photosensitivity, making skin more prone to sunburn when exposed to sunlight after application.

Confidence: HIGH

petitgrain oil

⚠️4/10

Petitgrain oil is a natural essential oil from bitter orange leaves and twigs. It can cause skin irritation or sensitization in young children so caution is advised in baby products.

Irritant - Petitgrain oil contains natural fragrance compounds (such as linalool and limonene) that can cause skin irritation, especially on sensitive baby skin.

Confidence: HIGH

styrax tonkinensis resin

✅3/10

For a 1–2 year old toddler: this resin extract is usually low risk but can sometimes cause skin or eye irritation or an allergic skin reaction. Because toddlers’ skin can be reactive, be careful.

Confidence: MEDIUM

beeswax

✅2/10

Safe for most toddlers when used on the skin. It helps protect and soften the skin.

Confidence: HIGH

glyceryl linoleate

✅2/10

For toddlers (1–2 years): this ingredient is commonly used to soften skin and is generally low risk for long-term harms, but it can irritate skin or eyes in some people and is sometimes kept at lower concentrations in products.

Confidence: MEDIUM

hectorite

✅2/10

Hectorite is a clay used to thicken creams and lotions. For toddlers (1-2 years), it is generally low risk when used in regular skin products made for children. Skin does not absorb much of it, and major health concerns are low.

Confidence: MEDIUM

lanolin

✅2/10

Lanolin is generally safe for babies over 1 year but may cause allergic reactions in some sensitive individuals used as a moisturizer or skin protectant

Confidence: HIGH

sesame seed oil

✅1/10

Sesamum Indicum Seed Oil is sesame oil commonly used as an emollient in baby care products and is generally safe for topical use unless allergic

No Known Risk - Sesame oil is generally considered safe for topical use on baby skin, with no strong evidence linking it to major health risks such as irritation, hormone disruption, or long-term effects. Allergic reactions are possible but rare, and not enough to warrant a specific risk label based on current research.

Confidence: HIGH

sweet almond oil

✅1/10

Sweet almond oil is generally safe for baby skin moisturization but avoid if nut allergy risk is present

No Known Risk - Sweet Almond Oil is widely used in baby skincare products and is generally considered safe for topical use on babies. There is no strong evidence linking it to irritation, allergies, or other health risks in the general population, except in rare cases of nut allergies. For most babies, it does not pose any known health risks based on current research.

Confidence: HIGH

zinc oxide

✅1/10

Zinc oxide is safe for topical use on 1 to 2 year olds. It works by forming a protective barrier and acting as a physical sunscreen. Most babies tolerate it well.

Confidence: HIGH

calendula flower extract

✅1/10

Calendula flower extract is commonly used in baby skin products for soothing and healing. It is generally safe for topical use in 1-2 year olds with low irritation risk.

Confidence: HIGH

chamomile flower extract

✅1/10

Chamomile flower extract is commonly used in baby skin products for soothing effects and is generally very safe for 1-2 year olds in topical use.

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 Diaper Cream

Toddler-friendly? Calendula Diaper Cream

Calendula Diaper Cream is not recommended for 1-2 year old toddlers due to potentially harmful ingredients.

What ingredients should I watch out for?

We analyzed 18 ingredients in Calendula Diaper Cream. 3 concerning, 4 caution. Check the detailed analysis above for specific concerns.

When can toddlers using skin protectant & rash ointment?

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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