Johnson's head-to-toe baby lotion

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Is this toddler-safe to use Johnson's head-to-toe baby lotion?

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Danger Score: 6 (Lower is safer)

Quick Answer: Johnson's head-to-toe baby lotion contains 16 ingredients. 1 concerning. Concerning - Has Problematic Ingredients ⚠️ Watch for toddler-specific sensitivities.

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Ingredients Analysis (16 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

Disodium EDTA

✅3/10

For toddlers (1–2 years): usually low risk when used at the small amounts found in normal skin cleansers and lotions. The main concern is skin or eye irritation, and it can make it easier for other ingredients to pass through the skin, so be careful with young children.

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

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

Ethylhexylglycerin

✅2/10

For toddlers (1–2 years), this ingredient is generally low risk when used in normal baby products. It can sometimes irritate skin or eyes and, rarely, cause allergic skin reactions.

Confidence: HIGH

Tocopheryl Acetate

✅2/10

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

Confidence: MEDIUM

p-Anisic Acid

✅2/10

For toddlers (1-2 years), this ingredient is generally low risk when used on the skin in normal amounts. Most big health concerns are rated low. But young children’s skin is sensitive, so watch for irritation.

Confidence: MEDIUM

Carbomer

✅1/10

For a 1-2 year old toddler, Carbomer (a common thickener in lotions and wipes) is generally considered safe for topical use. It’s not linked to cancer or developmental problems at usual levels, but there are some manufacturing-related contamination worries and a small chance of irritation.

Confidence: MEDIUM

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

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

Hydrogenated Palm Glycerides

✅1/10

For toddlers (1-2 years old), Hydrogenated Palm Glycerides is generally safe to use on the skin. It’s an ingredient that helps keep skin soft and is not linked to serious risks in the available safety review.

No Known Risk - A safety assessment of this topical ingredient found only low-level concerns for cancer, allergies/immune effects, reproductive or developmental harm, and use limits. No higher-level risks were identified, so there are no specific health risks flagged for children based on the available review.

Confidence: HIGH

Potassium Cetyl Phosphate

✅1/10

For toddlers (1–2 years old): this ingredient is usually safe in low amounts, especially in rinsed products like washes and shampoos. It has low levels of the usual long-term safety concerns, but it can sometimes irritate eyes or skin in sensitive children.

No Known Risk - Regulatory safety reviews and lab tests find no health risks above a low level for normal topical use. Tests show only limited, mild skin or eye irritation in some studies and no signs of genetic damage or cancer risk; experts say it is safe in cosmetics when used within set limits. Because no concern was rated above low, there are no real, confirmed risks for typical use on children’s skin.

Confidence: HIGH

Sunflower 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

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 Johnson's head-to-toe baby lotion

Toddler-friendly? Johnson's head-to-toe baby lotion

Johnson's head-to-toe baby lotion is not recommended for 1-2 year old toddlers due to potentially harmful ingredients.

What ingredients should I watch out for?

We analyzed 16 ingredients in Johnson's head-to-toe baby lotion. 1 concerning. 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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