Desitin Maximum Strength Paste

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

skin protectant & rash ointment

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Desitin Maximum Strength Paste - Ingredients

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Is this toddler-safe to use Desitin Maximum Strength Paste?

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NOT RECOMMENDED

Danger Score: 6 (Lower is safer)

Quick Answer: Desitin Maximum Strength Paste contains 11 ingredients. 1 concerning. Concerning - Has Problematic Ingredients ⚠️ Watch for toddler-specific sensitivities.

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Ingredients Analysis (11 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

Petrolatum

✅3/10

Purified white petrolatum is generally safe for toddlers (1–2 years) when used as a thin, protective layer on small areas of skin.

Confidence: MEDIUM

Beeswax

✅2/10

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

Confidence: HIGH

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

Pentaerythrityl Tetra-di-t-butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate

✅2/10

This ingredient is an antioxidant used to stabilize formulations. It is generally safe in topical products but caution is advised for babies 1-2 years due to limited specific data.

No Known Risk - Pentaerythrityl Tetra-di-t-butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate is considered a safe antioxidant for topical use in cosmetics, with no evidence of irritation, sensitization, or other health risks in current research and regulatory reviews.

Confidence: MEDIUM

Tocopheryl Acetate

✅2/10

Usually fine for toddlers’ skin at normal amounts, but a few kids may get a rash.

Confidence: MEDIUM

Cod Liver Oil

✅1/10

For toddlers (1-2 years), topical cod liver oil is generally low risk. Government reviews find it unlikely to cause poisoning or long-term harm. However, some children can get skin irritation or an allergic reaction.

No Known Risk - Available safety notes rate cancer, allergy, reproductive, and use-restriction concerns as low for topical use. Environment Canada classifies cod liver oil as not expected to be toxic, a low human-health priority, and not suspected to be an environmental toxin. Taken together, these findings show no identified health risks for topical use.

Confidence: MEDIUM

Corn Starch

✅1/10

Zea Mays Starch is corn starch used as an absorbent and thickener in baby products and is considered very safe for topical use

No Known Risk - Corn starch is widely used in baby powders and topical products, and current research does not show any significant health risks when used on intact skin. It is generally considered safe for topical use on babies, with no evidence linking it to irritation, hormone disruption, cancer, or other long-term health effects. However, care should be taken to avoid inhalation of powders, but for topical use, there are no known risks.

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

Sorbitan Sesquioleate

✅1/10

For toddlers (1–2 years), this ingredient is generally considered low risk. It helps keep creams and lotions smooth. Most reviews find little to no long-term health concern, and it is not seen as a likely toxin.

No Known Risk - Current safety reviews and a government health assessment find no health hazards from normal topical use and classify it as low priority for human health. An industry safety review notes some data gaps and recommends limits on how it is used, but no concerns above low were identified.

Confidence: MEDIUM

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

Common Questions About Desitin Maximum Strength Paste

Toddler-friendly? Desitin Maximum Strength Paste

Desitin Maximum Strength Paste is not recommended for 1-2 year old toddlers due to potentially harmful ingredients.

What ingredients should I watch out for?

We analyzed 11 ingredients in Desitin Maximum Strength Paste. 1 concerning. 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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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.

No Guarantees: Results may be incomplete or inaccurate. Do not rely solely on this analysis.