COCOA BUTTER BABY BALM

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Is this toddler-safe to use COCOA BUTTER BABY BALM?

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NO - AVOID

Danger Score: 41 (Lower is safer)

Quick Answer: COCOA BUTTER BABY BALM contains 23 ingredients. 5 concerning, 5 caution. Concerning - Has Problematic Ingredients ⚠️ Watch for toddler-specific sensitivities.

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Ingredients Analysis (23 found)

Benzyl Benzoate

🚨7/10

For toddlers (1–2 years), benzyl benzoate is not recommended for routine skin care. It can cause skin irritation and allergic reactions, so it should be used only when a doctor recommends it and with care.

Immune system - This chemical is listed by the EU Cosmetics Directive and by the International Fragrance Association as a known human allergen. That means it can trigger immune reactions in people who touch it, so a child could have an allergic response to a product that has this ingredient.

Irritant - Because regulators require special labeling for allergens, and industry guidance shows strong evidence of allergic responses, this ingredient can cause skin irritation such as redness and itching when used on skin.

Eczema - Regulatory and industry sources identify this ingredient as a skin allergen. That same allergen activity can trigger or make eczema and contact dermatitis worse in sensitive children.

Organ Risk - Workplace safety listings under EU GHS set limits and note that exposures must be kept low. Those restrictions exist because higher or repeated exposures raise concerns about harm from this chemical, so workplace rules show potential organ-related risk with greater exposure.

Confidence: HIGH

Benzyl Salicylate

🚨6/10

For toddlers (1-2 years), benzyl salicylate can cause skin allergies and irritation. Because young children's skin is still sensitive, it's safer to avoid this fragrance ingredient in everyday lotions or creams.

Immune system - Multiple safety assessments list this ingredient as a known human allergen or immune toxicant (noted by the EU cosmetics rules, the U.S. EPA, and industry safety panels). That means it can cause allergic or immune reactions in people, so it is a real risk for sensitive children.

Eczema - Regulatory and industry findings show this chemical can cause skin allergy or dermatitis (noted by the EU cosmetics framework and chemical safety reviews). For babies with sensitive or atopic skin, it can trigger or make eczema and similar skin rashes worse.

Environmental - A national environmental assessment flagged this substance as a suspected environmental toxin, and contamination notes list salicylic acid as a possible impurity. That means there is concern it could harm wildlife or the environment if released.

Confidence: HIGH

Citronellol

🚨6/10

For toddlers (1-2 years) Citronellol can cause skin allergies and irritation. The chance of a reaction is moderate — more likely if your child has eczema or very sensitive skin.

Immune system - This ingredient is flagged as a human allergen and immune-system toxicant by multiple regulatory groups. The ingredient record lists strong evidence of allergic and immune-system effects from the EU cosmetics rules, the U.S. environmental regulator, and the fragrance industry group, indicating real risk of allergic reactions in people, including children.

Irritant - Studies and regulatory notes show this chemical can cause skin irritation and dermal reactions. European chemical reviewers and fragrance industry guidance list dermal toxicity or allergy concerns, so it can cause redness, itching, or rashes on sensitive baby skin.

Eczema - Because it is a known skin allergen with documented dermal reactions in humans, this ingredient can trigger or worsen eczema and similar skin conditions, per the same EU and chemical agency findings referenced in the ingredient record.

Asthma - The ingredient is shown to be an allergen and immune irritant in human evidence noted by regulators. Respiratory allergy and worsened breathing (including asthma) can occur when people are sensitive to strong fragrance allergens like this one.

Cancer - The ingredient record flags a contamination concern with formaldehyde. Formaldehyde is a well-known carcinogen, so possible contamination raises a cancer-related safety concern until product purity is confirmed.

Confidence: HIGH

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

Parfum

🚨6/10

Premium Fragrance Oil is a vague term for fragrance blends that may contain allergens or irritants. Fragrances often cause skin sensitivity in babies aged 1-2 years.

Confidence: HIGH

Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone

⚠️5/10

For 1–2 year old toddlers: this scent ingredient can cause skin allergies. It isn’t linked to cancer or developmental harm in the available data, but it often causes redness, itching, or rashes in sensitive children.

Irritant - This chemical is listed as a known human allergen and as causing dermal reactions by multiple regulatory bodies (the EU cosmetics listing and fragrance industry guidance, with strong evidence noted by the U.S. EPA). That means it can cause skin redness, itching, or rash after contact.

Immune system - Several authorities identify this ingredient as an allergen or possible immune-system toxicant (noted by the EU cosmetics rules, the EPA, and related fragrance regulators), so it can trigger immune responses rather than being inert on the skin.

Eczema - Because this ingredient is flagged for causing skin allergy and limited dermal toxicity by agencies such as ECHA and the EU cosmetics framework, it can worsen or trigger eczema and similar skin conditions in sensitive children.

Environmental - An environmental agency has identified this substance as a suspected environmental toxin, meaning it may harm wildlife or the environment if released, so there is some ecological concern with its use.

Confidence: HIGH

Hexyl Cinnamal

⚠️5/10

For toddlers (1-2 years): Hexyl Cinnamal is a fragrance chemical that can cause allergic skin reactions and irritation. It is not ideal for regular use on young children’s skin.

Immune system - This ingredient is flagged as an allergen. The EU cosmetics rules list it as a known human allergen, and the European Chemicals Agency shows limited but real evidence of skin and immune system reactions. Because the data mark allergies as a high concern, people (including children) with sensitive skin could get rashes or other allergic responses.

Hormones - Animal studies reviewed by the U.S. EPA found signs of endocrine disruption at moderate doses. That means the chemical can change normal hormone signals in the body, which could be important for growing children even if human evidence is limited.

Organ Risk - The European Chemicals Agency has classified this ingredient as toxic or harmful in some assessments for non-reproductive organs. That suggests repeated or high exposure could hurt organs (for example liver, lungs, or kidneys) even though some other agencies view the risk differently.

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

Geraniol

⚠️4/10

Geraniol is a fragrance chemical that can cause skin allergy. For toddlers (1-2 years) it can still irritate or sensitize the skin, so it is moderately risky. It is not strongly linked to cancer or developmental harm.

Irritant - This fragrance ingredient is listed by European cosmetic regulators and fragrance safety groups as a known human allergen and linked to dermal reactions. Regulatory reviews note cases of skin allergy and limited evidence of dermal toxicity, so it can cause redness, itching or rashes on sensitive baby skin.

Immune system - European authorities and the international fragrance body identify this chemical as a human immune-system allergen. That means it can trigger immune responses (allergic reactions) rather than being harmless to the immune system.

Eczema - Because this ingredient is a known skin allergen under EU cosmetic rules and has reports of dermal allergy, it can trigger or make eczema and similar skin conditions worse in children with sensitive or reactive skin.

Environmental - National environmental review notes this substance is suspected to be toxic to the environment. While it is not judged persistent or bioaccumulative, it has been flagged for possible harm to wildlife or ecosystems.

Confidence: HIGH

CI 40800

⚠️4/10

CI 40800 is a color index number for a dye but not a specific ingredient name. It may be a misreading or typo and cannot be properly evaluated for safety.

Confidence: HIGH

Coumarin

✅3/10

For toddlers (1-2 years), coumarin can cause skin allergies in some children. The main worry is allergic reactions and the ingredient can make it easier for other things to get through the skin. Overall danger is moderate and mostly about skin reactions, not cancer.

Confidence: MEDIUM

Dimethicone

✅2/10

For toddlers (1-2 years), dimethicone is usually safe on the skin. It helps protect and lock in moisture and is commonly used in baby creams and diaper creams. Serious health risks are considered low, but there are some concerns about impurities and environmental persistence raised by government and safety reviewers.

Confidence: MEDIUM

Isopropyl Myristate

✅2/10

For toddlers (1–2 years) this ingredient is generally low risk and often used to make skin feel soft. Most children will not have a problem, but some people can get contact rashes and it can help other ingredients pass through the skin more easily.

Confidence: HIGH

Paraffinum Liquidum

✅2/10

Liquid paraffin is generally safe for topical use in babies acts as a moisturizer but may rarely cause irritation or occlusion

Confidence: HIGH

Theobroma Cacao Extract

✅2/10

Theobroma Cacao Extract is cocoa extract used for skin conditioning generally safe for baby skin with rare allergy risk

Confidence: HIGH

Beta-Carotene

✅1/10

For toddlers (1–2 years), beta‑carotene in skin products is generally safe at the low levels used in creams and lotions. It is mainly a harmless colorant and antioxidant.

No Known Risk - For topical use, the available safety assessments show only low-level concerns and no higher risks. No evidence was found in the reviewed information to suggest cancer, hormone disruption, organ harm, or long-term effects from this ingredient when used on the skin, so no specific child health risks were identified.

Confidence: HIGH

Microcrystalline Wax

✅1/10

For toddlers (1-2 years), microcrystalline wax is usually low risk when used on the skin in normal amounts. It helps thicken and moisturize products. Some government reviews and lab studies note that related waxy petroleum components can build up in body tissues, but direct harm at typical skin use in toddlers is considered low.

Confidence: HIGH

Mineral Oil

✅1/10

For toddlers (1-2 years), mineral oil used on the skin is usually safe and works well to help dry skin. Most everyday, cosmetic-grade mineral oils are low risk for this age.

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

Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil

✅1/10

Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil is sunflower seed oil commonly used as a gentle emollient in baby products. It is very safe for topical use on 1-2 year olds.

No Known Risk - Sunflower seed oil 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, or other health risks in babies when used on intact skin. It is not associated with hormone disruption, cancer, or other long-term health effects according to current research.

Confidence: HIGH

Theobroma Cacao Seed Butter

✅1/10

Theobroma cacao seed butter is cocoa butter commonly used as a skin moisturizer and is generally safe for baby skin

No Known Risk - Cocoa butter is widely used in baby products and is generally considered safe for topical use on baby skin. 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 cocoa butter itself. Current research and regulatory guidance do not identify cocoa butter as a risk for babies.

Confidence: HIGH

Zea Mays Oil

✅1/10

Zea Mays Oil is corn oil used as an emollient in baby care products and is considered very safe for topical use on 1-2 year olds

No Known Risk - Corn oil is generally considered safe for topical use on baby skin, with no evidence linking it to irritation, hormone disruption, cancer, or other health risks based on current research.

Confidence: HIGH

Cera Microcristallina

✅1/10

Microcrystalline wax is used as an emollient and thickener in baby products and is considered safe for topical use on 1-2 year olds

Confidence: HIGH

Common Questions About COCOA BUTTER BABY BALM

Toddler-friendly? COCOA BUTTER BABY BALM

COCOA BUTTER BABY BALM is not recommended for 1-2 year old toddlers due to potentially harmful ingredients.

What ingredients should I watch out for?

We analyzed 23 ingredients in COCOA BUTTER BABY BALM. 5 concerning, 5 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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