Cetaphil baby Ultra Soothing Lotion with shea butter

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Is this toddler-safe to use Cetaphil baby Ultra Soothing Lotion with shea butter?

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Danger Score: 5 (Lower is safer)
Quick Answer: Cetaphil baby Ultra Soothing Lotion with shea butter contains 21 ingredients. 6 caution. Use with Caution ⚠️ Watch for toddler-specific sensitivities.

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Ingredients Analysis (21 found)

farnesol
⚠️5/10
For toddlers (1–2 years), farnesol can cause skin allergies and irritation. Many children will be fine, but some — especially those with sensitive or eczema-prone skin — may react.
Immune system - This ingredient is listed as a known human allergen under the EU cosmetics rules and is flagged as a possible immune-system toxicant by EU authorities. An industry fragrance group also reports strong evidence that it can cause allergic reactions in people. Because it is applied to the skin, it can trigger immune responses in sensitive children.
Irritant - There is documented evidence of dermal toxicity and allergic skin reactions from chemical safety reviews and fragrance industry guidance. That means this topical ingredient can cause skin redness, itching, or rashes—especially on sensitive or young skin.
Eczema - Because regulators and industry reviewers identify this substance as a skin allergen with some dermal toxicity, it can trigger or make eczema and similar skin conditions worse in susceptible children.
Confidence: HIGH
benzyl alcohol
⚠️4/10
For toddlers (1-2 years), benzyl alcohol is commonly used in small amounts in creams and lotions. The biggest concern is that it can cause skin allergies or irritation in some children. At low levels it is often tolerated, but extra care is recommended for young children.
Immune system - Benzyl alcohol is a known human allergen with strong evidence of immune effects. Regulators and scientific reviews list it as an allergenic or immunotoxicant and there are human case reports of allergic reactions, so it can trigger immune responses in children.
Eczema - There are strong reports and regulatory listings showing benzyl alcohol can cause allergic skin reactions. Because of this, it can trigger or make eczema and similar rashes worse on sensitive baby skin.
Irritant - There is documented evidence of skin and eye irritation from benzyl alcohol (including agency evaluations of irritation), so it can cause redness, stinging, or rashes—especially on sensitive or infant skin.
Organ Risk - Government hazard classifications and peer-reviewed sources have identified benzyl alcohol as toxic or harmful to organ systems at some exposures. These classifications indicate repeated or higher exposures could affect organs (for example liver or kidneys).
Confidence: HIGH
ceteareth-20
⚠️4/10
For toddlers (1-2 years), Ceteareth-20 is not among the highest-risk ingredients, but it carries some avoidable risks. It can contain trace impurities and may help other substances pass through a child’s skin, so extra caution is warranted for little ones.
Cancer - The ingredient assessment lists contamination by ethylene oxide and 1,4-dioxane. Those contaminants are linked to cancer by health authorities, so their presence here is a real cancer concern.
Absorbed - A safety review (Cosmetic Ingredient Review) flags this ingredient as a penetration enhancer. That means it can help other chemicals get through the skin and into the body, raising exposure risk.
Long-Term Risk - Because this ingredient can boost skin absorption and it can be contaminated with harmful chemicals, repeated use could raise health risks over time according to the ingredient assessment and safety review.
Confidence: HIGH
cyclopentasiloxane
⚠️4/10
For toddlers (1–2 years), this ingredient is not among the highest immediate risks, but there are animal and environmental reports showing concerns (hormone and nervous-system effects in animal studies, and that the chemical can stick around in the environment and build up in bodies). Because little long-term human data exists and young children have more skin exposure relative to their size, we recommend being cautious.
Hormones - Animal studies show this chemical can change hormone-related systems and affect reproduction in lab rats. Government and lab reports flagged endocrine effects after repeated exposures, so it may interfere with normal hormone development.
Brain Development - Lab studies found effects on nervous system targets (including dopamine receptors) at moderate doses in animals. That suggests a possible risk to early brain growth if infants or children are exposed.
Organ Risk - Government assessments note it can harm non-reproductive organs and animal studies link repeated exposure to organ effects. This shows it can be toxic to internal organs with ongoing exposure.
Cancer - A long-term animal inhalation study reported tumor findings in rats after repeated exposure. That animal evidence raises concern about a cancer link with repeated exposures.
Builds Up - European chemical regulators and government testing list this substance as persistent and bioaccumulative in wildlife and people. That means it can collect in the body over time.
Long-Term Risk - Because the chemical persists, builds up, and is linked to organ, hormone, and cancer findings in studies, it poses possible health effects after years of exposure.
Absorbed - Safety reviews note enhanced skin absorption for this ingredient when used on skin. That means it can get through the skin and into the body after topical use.
Environmental - Environment‑level reviews name this chemical as an environmental toxin and flag harm to wildlife. It is suspected to cause ecological damage when released into the environment.
Fertility - A two‑generation reproductive study in animals showed effects from repeated exposure, which raises concern about impacts on fertility and reproductive health.
Banned - European regulatory lists and some government guidance have put this substance on serious concern lists and recommend limits or controls in products and manufacturing, meaning it faces restrictions in some places.
Breast Milk - Because the chemical is persistent and bioaccumulative in people according to regulatory reviews, it can build up in the body and may reach breast milk and thus expose nursing infants.
Confidence: MEDIUM
sodium polyacrylate
⚠️4/10
For 1–2 year olds (toddlers), this ingredient is probably okay in products that are rinsed off or contained inside diaper cores, because it is not thought to soak into normal skin much. It can sometimes cause irritation in leave-on wipes or lotions if the product isn’t formulated carefully.
Organ Risk - Environment Canada classifies this material as expected to be toxic or harmful to non-reproductive organs and gives it a medium human-health priority. That means repeated or heavy exposure could harm organs (for example liver, kidneys, or lungs).
Irritant - Industry safety reviewers note the ingredient should be used only when formulated to avoid irritation, and the ingredient data flags possible contamination with acrylic acid (a known skin and respiratory irritant). Because of that, products containing it may cause skin redness, itching, or rashes—especially on very sensitive baby skin.
Long-Term Risk - The U.S. FDA records this material for limited uses in food and as a food additive with only limited toxicity data. That means people can get exposed from more than one source (food plus topical products), so small exposures can add up over time and raise longer-term health concern.
Confidence: HIGH
stearoxymethylsilane
⚠️4/10
Stearoxymethylsilane is not a recognized cosmetic or baby care ingredient it may be a misreading or typo of a silicone or fatty acid derivative
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
sodium hydroxide
3/10
For toddlers (1–2 years), small amounts of this ingredient in finished, well‑formulated products are usually low risk. It becomes dangerous if present at high strength because it can burn or strongly irritate skin and eyes.
Confidence: HIGH
acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer
2/10
For toddlers (1–2 years): generally low risk. This ingredient helps thicken creams and wipes and usually stays on the skin surface. Most kids won’t absorb much of it.
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
macadamia nut oil
2/10
Macadamia nut oil is generally safe for topical use but may cause allergic reactions in sensitive babies likely used as a moisturizer
No Known Risk - Macadamia nut oil is generally considered safe for topical use on baby skin, with no evidence linking it to irritation, allergies, hormone disruption, or other health risks in infants. There are no known studies or reports of adverse effects when used as a skin moisturizer or emollient. However, as with any nut-derived oil, rare allergic reactions are possible, but these are not common or well-documented in babies. Therefore, based on current research, there are no known risks associated with this ingredient.
Confidence: MEDIUM
tocopheryl acetate
2/10
Usually fine for toddlers’ skin at normal amounts, but a few kids may get a rash.
Confidence: MEDIUM
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
dimethiconol
1/10
For toddlers (1–2 years), dimethiconol is generally considered low risk when put on the skin. It works like a lightweight silicone that helps smooth and protect skin and is not linked to serious problems at normal use levels.
No Known Risk - Reviews by a cosmetic industry safety panel (CIR) and a European chemicals regulator (ECHA) find only low-level concerns for cancer, allergies, and reproductive effects for normal skin use. The industry reviewers note some data gaps about exact use concentrations, and the European regulator reports limited evidence of environmental toxicity. Because no health concern was rated above “low” for topical use, no specific child health risk labels apply.
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
hydrogenated polyisobutene
1/10
For toddlers (1-2 years old) this ingredient is generally low risk. It’s a moisturizing oil often used in lotions and baby products, and major reviews list cancer, allergy, and developmental concerns as low. Still, some safety reviewers note gaps in the data and a European authority has a note about possible organ effects, so we stay cautiously watchful.
Confidence: MEDIUM
panthenol
1/10
For toddlers (1-2 years) panthenol is generally safe when used in normal baby creams, lotions or wipes. It helps skin hold moisture and supports the skin barrier. Problems are uncommon.
No Known Risk - Health and regulatory reviews (including Canadian and U.S. assessments and industry safety panels) find panthenol has no reported hazards above a low level for topical use. It is not expected to harm organs, does not appear to build up in the body or the environment, and common concerns (cancer, allergies, reproductive effects) were rated low. There are some industry notes about safe use levels and a few data gaps, but no higher-level health risks were identified.
Confidence: HIGH
shea butter
1/10
Shea butter is widely used in baby products as a moisturizer and is considered very safe for topical use in 1-2 year olds
No Known Risk - Shea butter is widely used in baby skincare products and is generally considered safe for topical use. There is no strong evidence linking it to irritation, allergies, hormone disruption, or other health risks in babies. Rare allergic reactions may occur, but these are uncommon and not specific to infants. Current research and regulatory guidance do not identify any significant risks for babies when shea butter is used topically.
Confidence: HIGH
sodium pca
1/10
For toddlers (1–2 years), Sodium PCA is generally safe and works as a moisturizer to help the skin stay hydrated. It is low risk for everyday use in products made for children.
Confidence: HIGH
stearyl alcohol
1/10
For toddlers (1-2 years old), stearyl alcohol in creams and lotions is usually safe when used in normal baby products. It helps make products feel smooth and stay on the skin. Most of the bigger health risks have been assessed as low, but it can irritate the skin, eyes, or breathing in some children.
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 Cetaphil baby Ultra Soothing Lotion with shea butter

Toddler-friendly? Cetaphil baby Ultra Soothing Lotion with shea butter

Use caution with Cetaphil baby Ultra Soothing Lotion with shea butter for 1-2 year old toddlers. Some ingredients may pose concerns.

What ingredients should I watch out for?

We analyzed 21 ingredients in Cetaphil baby Ultra Soothing Lotion with shea butter. 6 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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