Fairy Tales Lifeguard™ Clarifying Shampoo

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Is this toddler-safe to use Fairy Tales Lifeguard™ Clarifying Shampoo?

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NO - AVOID
Danger Score: 17 (Lower is safer)
Quick Answer: Fairy Tales Lifeguard™ Clarifying Shampoo contains 25 ingredients. 2 concerning, 6 caution. Concerning - Has Problematic Ingredients ⚠️ Watch for toddler-specific sensitivities.

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Ingredients Analysis (25 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
Citrus Grandis Grapefruit Peel Oil
🚨6/10
Citrus Paradisi Peel Oil is grapefruit peel oil which can cause skin irritation and photosensitivity in babies likely used for fragrance
Irritant - Grapefruit peel oil contains limonene and other citrus compounds that can cause skin irritation, especially on sensitive baby skin.
Sun Burn - Grapefruit peel oil contains furanocoumarins, which can increase photosensitivity and the risk of sunburn when applied topically.
Confidence: HIGH
Cocamidopropyl Betaine
⚠️5/10
For toddlers (1-2 years old), this ingredient is commonly used in baby shampoos and washes to create foam and help clean. It is moderately safe in rinse-off products when manufacturers control impurities, but it can sometimes cause skin irritation or allergic reactions.
Immune system - Cosmetic safety reviews (Cosmetic Ingredient Review and draft safety reports) report limited evidence that cocamidopropyl betaine can sensitize skin or trigger allergic reactions. That means it can affect the immune system in some people, especially those with sensitive skin.
Irritant - Industry safety assessments note limited evidence of skin sensitization and explicitly warn the ingredient may be unsafe in products left on the skin (not rinsed off). This shows it can cause redness, itching, or irritation for some users.
Eczema - Safety panels and reports observed cases of sensitization and recommend limits on use and product types. Because it can provoke skin reactions, it may trigger or worsen eczema in sensitive children.
Cancer - Regulatory and industry reviews flag contamination concerns for this ingredient, including nitrosamines and related amines. Nitrosamines are known to be carcinogenic, so impurity risks raise a cancer concern unless impurities are controlled as industry reviewers recommend.
Banned - Expert panels and tentative regulatory reports recommend use, concentration, and manufacturing restrictions for this ingredient and note it is unsafe in some product types (leave-on). While not universally banned, it is subject to regulatory or industry limits in some contexts.
Environmental - A national environmental agency (Environment Canada) flagged this ingredient as a suspected environmental toxin, indicating possible harm to ecosystems if released into the environment.
Confidence: HIGH
Aqua
⚠️5/10
Aqua is water, a common solvent in baby products like shampoo and bodywash. It is very safe and essential for formulation.
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
Polyquaternium-7
⚠️4/10
For a 1-2 year old toddler, this ingredient is commonly used in small amounts in shampoos and conditioners. It is generally not linked to cancer or common allergies, but there are manufacturing and regulatory concerns (notably possible traces of acrylamide and some government restrictions). Overall it is a moderate-low risk for toddlers if used correctly.
Cancer - The ingredient record flags contamination with acrylamide. Acrylamide is a toxic contaminant and its presence in the ingredient raises a real cancer concern reported in the safety record.
Organ Risk - A government assessment listed this polymer as expected to be toxic or harmful to non-reproductive organs, indicating possible harm to organs like liver, kidneys, or lungs with repeated exposure.
Banned - This ingredient is restricted for use in cosmetics under the EU Cosmetics Directive and is limited by industry safety rules, so it may be banned or heavily limited in some countries or products.
Environmental - Government data flagged this substance as a suspected environmental toxin, suggesting it may harm wildlife or ecosystems if released.
Confidence: MEDIUM
Cocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaire
⚠️4/10
Cocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaire is not a recognized ingredient. It may be a typo or misreading of Cocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine, a known surfactant.
Confidence: HIGH
Disodium 2-Sulfolaurate
⚠️4/10
Disodium 2-Sulfolaurate is not a commonly recognized ingredient in baby products it may be a misreading or typo of a surfactant name
Confidence: HIGH
Cymbopogon Schoenanthus Leaf Extract
3/10
Cymbopogon Schoenanthus Leaf Extract is a plant extract used for fragrance or soothing but may cause mild irritation in sensitive baby skin
Confidence: MEDIUM
Benzoic Acid
2/10
For toddlers (1–2 years), benzoic acid used at the low levels found in many skin products is usually considered low risk. It is commonly used to prevent mold and bacteria. A small number of children with sensitive skin may get mild irritation or a rash.
Confidence: HIGH
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
Sodium Methyl 2-Sulfolaurate
2/10
Sodium Methyl 2-Sulfolaurate is a mild surfactant used in baby shampoos and body washes. It is generally safe but may cause minor irritation in sensitive skin.
Confidence: HIGH
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
Cocamidopropylamine Oxide
1/10
For toddlers (1–2 year olds), this ingredient is usually safe. It’s a gentle cleanser used in child shampoos and washes. Serious health risks are not expected at normal rinse-off use, but small risk of skin irritation exists.
Confidence: MEDIUM
Dehydroacetic Acid
1/10
For toddlers (1-2 years), this preservative is generally low risk when used in normal amounts in products made for children.
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
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
Sodium Citrate
1/10
For toddlers (1–2 years), sodium citrate in small amounts in wipes or lotions is generally safe. It is low risk for serious harm but can sometimes cause mild irritation, especially on broken or very sensitive skin.
No Known Risk - Reviewed safety information shows only low-level concerns. U.S. food regulators say it is allowed for some food uses, a cosmetic safety panel notes allowed limits and some data gaps but does not show hazards at normal use, and a national environment agency finds it unlikely to harm organs, build up in the body, or persist in the environment. Because no health concern was reported above low, there are no specific risks identified for typical topical use.
Confidence: HIGH
Sodium Gluconate
1/10
For toddlers (1-2 years), sodium gluconate is generally safe in normal skin products. It is a mild, non-staining ingredient used to keep formulas stable and is considered low risk by several health agencies.
Confidence: HIGH
Sodium Lauryl Sulfoacetate
1/10
For toddlers (1–2 years) — also called young children — this is a mild cleanser that is usually low risk when used in products you rinse off, like shampoo or body wash. It’s gentler than strong soap-like ingredients.
No Known Risk - Available safety reviews and government assessments do not identify any health hazards above a low level for skin use. Experts classify it as unlikely to harm organs, unlikely to persist or build up in the body, and not expected to be an environmental toxin. Industry safety panels note limits on how much can be used and say more data would help, but no specific child health risks were found.
Confidence: HIGH
Ananas Sativus Pineapple Fruit Extract
1/10
For toddlers (1–2 years): generally low risk. Usually safe in small amounts or rinse-off products, but can sometimes cause mild skin irritation or an allergic reaction.
No Known Risk - Available safety reviews for topical pineapple fruit extract show only low-level concerns for cancer, allergies/immunity, and reproductive or developmental effects. There are no ingredient-specific warnings, bans, or higher-level risk findings reported for its use on the skin, so no real health risks were identified beyond the small chance of a mild skin reaction in sensitive people.
Confidence: HIGH
Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Orange Flower Extract
1/10
For toddlers (1–2 years), orange flower extract is usually safe in the small amounts used in creams and lotions. Most children will not have a problem, but a few can get skin irritation or an allergic reaction.
Confidence: MEDIUM
Hamamelis Virginiana Witch Hazel Leaf Extract
1/10
For toddlers (1–2 years), witch hazel leaf extract is generally low risk when used on the skin. It can help soothe skin but may cause mild irritation or allergic reactions in sensitive children.
Confidence: HIGH
Disodium Cocoamphodipropionate
1/10
Disodium Cocoamphodipropionate is a mild surfactant used in baby shampoos and body washes. It is generally safe and gentle for 1-2 year old skin.
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 Fairy Tales Lifeguard™ Clarifying Shampoo

Toddler-friendly? Fairy Tales Lifeguard™ Clarifying Shampoo

Fairy Tales Lifeguard™ Clarifying Shampoo is not recommended for 1-2 year old toddlers due to potentially harmful ingredients.

What ingredients should I watch out for?

We analyzed 25 ingredients in Fairy Tales Lifeguard™ Clarifying Shampoo. 2 concerning, 6 caution. Check the detailed analysis above for specific concerns.

When can toddlers using shampoo & bodywash & conditioner?

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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