honey bum

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 honey bum?

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NO - AVOID

Danger Score: 13 (Lower is safer)

Quick Answer: honey bum contains 35 ingredients. 1 avoid, 3 caution. Avoid - Contains Dangerous Ingredients 🚫 Watch for toddler-specific sensitivities.

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Ingredients Analysis (35 found)

tea tree leaf oil

🚫8/10

Tea Tree leaf oil can cause skin irritation and toxicity in young children not recommended for babies likely added for antimicrobial properties

Irritant - Tea tree oil is known to cause skin irritation, redness, and rashes, especially on sensitive baby skin, even when diluted.

Absorbed - Tea tree oil can be absorbed through the skin, and there are case reports of systemic toxicity in children after topical use.

Hormones - Some studies have linked tea tree oil to hormone disruption, including cases of prepubertal gynecomastia in boys, suggesting it may act as an endocrine disruptor.

Confidence: HIGH

arnica montana flower extract

⚠️5/10

For toddlers (1–2 years): arnica may cause skin allergies and irritation. It is not a good choice for everyday baby or toddler skin care. Use only with care and only sometimes.

Immune system - A cosmetic safety review found strong evidence that arnica flower extract can cause skin-triggered immune reactions. A safety database also flags moderate concern for allergies and immune effects, so children could have allergic responses after skin contact.

Irritant - The same safety review describes arnica flower extract as a human skin toxicant or allergen, meaning it can cause redness, itching, or rashes on contact. Because it is applied to the skin, it can irritate sensitive baby or child skin.

Eczema - Because arnica flower extract can cause allergy and skin irritation, it may trigger or make eczema and similar skin conditions worse in children who are prone to them. Safety notes list a moderate concern for allergic skin reactions.

Confidence: HIGH

lactic acid

⚠️4/10

For toddlers (1–2 years) lactic acid is sometimes used safely in skin products at low levels, but it can irritate sensitive skin and make skin absorb more of other ingredients. It is safer here than for younger babies, but still needs caution.

Banned - This ingredient is restricted in some places and must follow rules about how it is made and used. A Canadian safety list and government guidance limit its use, and industry safety panels set rules on how much can be in products.

Absorbed - This acid can help other things pass through the skin and can get into the body more easily. A safety review paper lists it as a penetration enhancer, so it may raise how much of a product is absorbed.

Sun Burn - Industry safety guidance says it can raise the skin's sensitivity to the sun unless products are made to prevent that or directions tell you to use sun protection.

Confidence: MEDIUM

lauryl carbamate

⚠️4/10

Lauryl carbamate is not a recognized cosmetic or baby care ingredient it may be a misreading or typo of a similar name

Confidence: HIGH

glyceryl undecylenate

✅3/10

For toddlers (1-2 years) this ingredient is generally low risk for long-term harms like cancer or developmental problems. The bigger issue is that some experts say it can make skin absorb more of other ingredients, and there are recommendations to limit how it is used. Because little children’s skin is thinner, we stay cautious.

Confidence: MEDIUM

tamanu nut oil

✅3/10

Tamanu oil is generally safe topically but may cause irritation or allergy in sensitive baby skin used for moisturizing or soothing

Confidence: MEDIUM

beeswax

✅2/10

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

Confidence: HIGH

borage seed oil

✅2/10

Borago Officinalis Seed Oil is generally safe topically for babies may moisturize skin but rare allergy risk exists

Confidence: MEDIUM

flax seed oil

✅2/10

Linseed Seed Oil is also known as flaxseed oil and is used as an emollient minor risk of allergy but generally safe for baby skin

No Known Risk - Flaxseed oil is generally considered safe for topical use, including on sensitive skin, and there is no strong evidence linking it to irritation, hormone disruption, cancer, or other health risks in babies. No major health authorities have flagged it as a risk for topical use in infants.

Confidence: MEDIUM

sorbic acid

✅2/10

For toddlers (1-2 years), sorbic acid is usually low risk and is used to stop products from growing bacteria. But some children can get a skin allergy or irritation from it, so it should be used carefully.

Confidence: MEDIUM

aloe vera juice

✅1/10

Aloe juice is commonly used for soothing skin and is generally safe for topical use in babies over 1 year

Confidence: HIGH

arginine

✅1/10

For toddlers (1-2 years), arginine used on the skin is generally safe. It’s a common amino acid in moisturizers and hair/skin products and studies and regulatory reviews find very low concern for harm.

No Known Risk - Government and safety reviews find no health concerns above low for topical arginine. The FDA has designated it safe for certain uses, Environment Canada says it is not expected to be toxic, persistent, or to build up in the body, and the Cosmetic Ingredient Review notes only routine recommendations about concentration and purity. For these reasons, no higher-level risks were identified for typical topical use.

Confidence: HIGH

avocado oil

✅1/10

Persea Gratissima Oil is avocado oil commonly used as an emollient in baby care products and is considered very safe for topical use

No Known Risk - Avocado oil is generally considered safe for topical use on babies. There is no strong evidence linking it to irritation, allergies, hormone disruption, or other health risks in infants. It is not banned or restricted, and is not associated with long-term or systemic health effects. As with any oil, rare allergic reactions are possible, but these are not common or specific to avocado oil.

Confidence: HIGH

behenyl alcohol

✅1/10

For toddlers (1-2 years), behenyl alcohol is generally safe. It’s a moisturizing ingredient used to make lotions and creams feel smooth and thick. Overall risk is low when used in regular child skincare products.

Confidence: HIGH

candelilla wax

✅1/10

For toddlers (1–2 years old) this wax is generally safe on the skin. It’s commonly used in lotions and balms and is rated low concern for cancer, allergies, and reproductive effects in public safety listings.

No Known Risk - Available safety reviews show only low-level concerns for cancer, allergies, and effects on growth or reproduction. No higher-risk findings, bans, or use restrictions were identified in the reviewed assessments, so this topical ingredient is not expected to cause meaningful harm when used on the skin.

Confidence: HIGH

caprylic/capric triglyceride

✅1/10

For toddlers (1–2 years): This is a gentle, lightweight oil used in many baby lotions and wipes. It is generally safe on normal toddler skin and has a very low safety concern.

Confidence: HIGH

carnauba wax

✅1/10

For toddlers (1-2 years old), carnauba wax is generally safe on the skin. It’s a natural plant wax used to thicken or add a protective film in creams and lotions and is not known to cause serious harm.

No Known Risk - Available safety summaries list only low-level concerns for cancer, allergies/immunotoxicity, developmental and reproductive effects, and use restrictions. No medium or high concerns were found and there is no ingredient-specific evidence showing harm from normal topical use.

Confidence: HIGH

cetyl alcohol

✅1/10

For toddlers (1–2 years), cetyl alcohol is usually safe. It helps creams feel smooth and rarely causes problems. Most children won’t have any reaction, but kids with very sensitive skin or eczema may be more likely to react.

Confidence: HIGH

cocoa 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

cranberry seed oil

✅1/10

Vaccinium Macrocarpon Seed Oil is cranberry seed oil used as an emollient with low risk of irritation and is safe for baby skin

No Known Risk - Cranberry seed oil is generally considered safe for topical use, including on sensitive skin such as that of babies. There is no credible evidence linking it to irritation, hormone disruption, cancer, or other health risks listed. It is not a common allergen and is not known to be absorbed in harmful amounts through the skin. Therefore, based on current research, there are no known risks associated with its topical use.

Confidence: HIGH

evening primrose oil

✅1/10

Oenothera Biennis Oil is evening primrose oil used as a skin conditioning agent generally safe for baby skin with low allergy risk

No Known Risk - Evening Primrose Oil is generally considered safe for topical use, including on sensitive skin, and there is no strong evidence linking it to any of the listed risks when used externally. There are rare reports of mild irritation, but these are not common or severe enough to warrant a specific risk label. No major health authorities have flagged it for baby safety concerns in topical applications.

Confidence: HIGH

glyceryl caprylate

✅1/10

For toddlers (1-2 years old): this ingredient is usually safe in skin products at normal levels. It’s used to help preserve products and soften skin. Most large reviews rate major concerns like cancer or allergy as low.

Confidence: MEDIUM

glyceryl stearate

✅1/10

For toddlers (1–2 years) glyceryl stearate is generally safe. It helps creams and wipes feel smooth and usually does not cause serious problems. Most experts say the chance of long-term harm or cancer is very low.

Confidence: HIGH

grape seed oil

✅1/10

Grape Seed Oil is generally safe for baby skin and is used as a moisturizer in baby care products

No Known Risk - Grapeseed oil is widely used in baby skincare products and is generally considered safe for topical use on infants. There is no strong evidence linking it to irritation, allergies, hormone disruption, or other health risks when used on intact skin. It is not banned or restricted, and no major health organizations warn against its use for babies.

Confidence: HIGH

hydroxypropyl starch phosphate

✅1/10

For toddlers (1–2 years), this ingredient is generally low risk when used in normal skincare products. It acts as a thickener and is not known to cause serious harm at the low levels used in creams and lotions.

No Known Risk - A formal safety review and the available ingredient data report only low-level findings from animal tests and do not identify any higher-level health risks for people. The data show no concerns above the lowest level, so there are currently no applicable higher-risk labels.

Confidence: HIGH

isopropyl palmitate

✅1/10

For toddlers (1–2 years) isopropyl palmitate is commonly used in lotions and wipes and is generally low risk when used in typical products. It is not linked to major long-term health problems, but it can sometimes irritate sensitive skin or contribute to clogged pores.

No Known Risk - Reviews and government assessments did not find health hazards above a low level for normal topical use. Safety panels note use limits and some data gaps, but regulators have called it low priority for human health, do not expect it to build up in the body or the environment, and allow limited food uses. Taken together, current evidence does not show any health risks above low for typical use.

Confidence: MEDIUM

jojoba seed oil

✅1/10

Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil is jojoba oil commonly used as a moisturizer in baby products and is considered very safe for topical use

No Known Risk - Jojoba oil is widely regarded as safe for topical use on babies and is not linked to irritation, hormone disruption, cancer, or other health risks based on current research. It is non-allergenic, non-comedogenic, and does not contain known harmful chemicals. No credible studies have shown significant adverse effects in infants or children when used as directed.

Confidence: HIGH

olive fruit oil

✅1/10

Organic olive oil is generally safe for baby skin moisturization and is commonly used in baby care products

No Known Risk - Olive oil is generally considered safe for topical use on baby skin, with no strong evidence linking it to irritation, eczema, or other health risks in most infants. While some studies suggest it may worsen eczema in predisposed babies, this is not consistent or proven for the general population. There are no known links to hormone disruption, cancer, organ risk, or other listed risks based on current research.

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

stearic acid

✅1/10

For toddlers (1–2 years), stearic acid is usually safe in small amounts in creams or lotions. It helps products feel smooth and stay mixed, and most children won’t have problems from it.

Confidence: HIGH

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

vitamin d

✅1/10

For toddlers (1–2 years old) topical vitamin D in normal skincare amounts is usually low risk. However, some countries put limits on how it can be used in cosmetics, so it’s important to pick child-friendly products and avoid high-strength or medicine-type vitamin D creams.

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 officinalis flower extract

✅1/10

Calendula extract is widely used in baby care for its soothing and anti-inflammatory properties and is considered very safe topically

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 honey bum

Toddler-friendly? honey bum

honey bum is not recommended for 1-2 year old toddlers due to potentially harmful ingredients.

What ingredients should I watch out for?

We analyzed 35 ingredients in honey bum. 1 avoid, 3 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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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.

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