SheaMoisture BABY WASH & SHAMPOO

shampoo & bodywash & conditioner • For 1-2 year old toddlers • Skin contact 🧴

shampoo & bodywash & conditioner

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Is this toddler-safe to use SheaMoisture BABY WASH & SHAMPOO?

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NO - AVOID

Danger Score: 26 (Lower is safer)

Quick Answer: SheaMoisture BABY WASH & SHAMPOO contains 36 ingredients. 1 concerning, 6 caution. Concerning - Has Problematic Ingredients ⚠️ Watch for toddler-specific sensitivities.

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Ingredients Analysis (36 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

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

COMMIPHORA MYRRHA

⚠️5/10

Myrrh gum may cause skin irritation or allergic reactions in infants and lacks safety data for babies likely used as a natural preservative or fragrance

Irritant - Myrrh is known to cause skin irritation, redness, or rashes, especially on sensitive or broken skin, which is a concern for babies.

Confidence: MEDIUM

LAVANDULA ANGUSTIFOLIA

⚠️5/10

Lavender oil may cause skin irritation or allergic reactions in young children and is not essential in baby care products

Irritant - Lavender oil can cause skin irritation, redness, or rashes, especially on sensitive baby skin, as documented in dermatological studies.

Hormones - Some studies have suggested that topical lavender oil may have hormone-disrupting effects, such as prepubertal gynecomastia in boys, indicating a potential risk for hormone disruption in babies.

Confidence: HIGH

MYRRH RESIN EXTRACT

⚠️5/10

Commiphora Myrrha Resin Extract is myrrh used for fragrance or antimicrobial but limited safety data for infants so caution is advised

Irritant - Myrrh extract can cause skin irritation, redness, or rashes, especially on sensitive baby skin, as reported in dermatological studies and case reports.

Confidence: MEDIUM

VEGETABLE

⚠️4/10

Vegetable is not a specific ingredient it is a general term and unclear what it refers to it might be a misreading or typo

Confidence: HIGH

ORMENIS MULTICAULIS

⚠️4/10

Cannot understand what ORMENIS MULTICAULIS is it might be a misreading or a typo no clear safety data available

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

MOROCCAN CHAMOMILE OIL

✅3/10

Moroccan chamomile oil is a natural extract used for soothing skin and fragrance. Generally safe but may cause mild irritation in sensitive babies. Likely included for calming effects.

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 BENZOATE

✅2/10

For toddlers (1–2 years old) sodium benzoate is usually low risk when used in small amounts in wipes, lotions or shampoos made for children. It helps prevent germs in products, but can sometimes bother sensitive skin.

Confidence: MEDIUM

BOSWELLIA SERRATA

✅2/10

For toddlers (1-2 years old), Boswellia Serrata (frankincense) used on the skin is generally low risk. The ingredient data provided flags very low concerns for cancer, allergy, and developmental or reproductive effects.

No Known Risk - Safety summaries for topical Boswellia serrata report only low-level concerns for cancer, allergies or immune effects, and developmental or reproductive issues. No higher-level risks or use restrictions were identified in the reviewed data, so no specific child health risks were found for typical topical use.

Confidence: HIGH

FRANKINCENSE EXTRACT

✅2/10

Frankincense extract is generally safe in topical baby products with low irritation risk but should be used in low concentrations due to possible mild skin sensitivity.

Confidence: HIGH

PROPANEDIOL

✅2/10

For toddlers (1–2 years), propanediol is usually low risk when used in normal amounts in skincare. It helps products stay smooth and hold moisture. Some children may get mild redness or stinging, so watch your child the first few times you use it.

Confidence: MEDIUM

ROSA CENTIFOLIA FLOWER EXTRACT

✅2/10

For toddlers (1-2 years), this rose flower extract is generally gentle and low risk. It is commonly used to add a mild scent or soothing feel to skin products. Most children will not have a problem, but a small number who are sensitive to plant extracts might get irritation.

No Known Risk - Safety summaries for this topical rose flower extract show only low-level concerns across cancer, allergy/immune effects, reproductive/developmental harm, and use limits. No higher-level hazards or clear risks were identified for normal topical use, so there are no specific health risks flagged for children based on the available reviews.

Confidence: MEDIUM

VANILLA PLANIFOLIA

✅2/10

Vanilla Planifolia Extract is used for fragrance and is generally safe but may cause mild irritation in sensitive babies

Confidence: HIGH

ARGAN KERNEL OIL

✅1/10

Argan oil is generally safe for toddlers (1-2 years) when used on the skin. Reviews show low concern for cancer, allergies, and effects on growth or development (Cosmetic Ingredient Review), and laboratory work suggests protective effects. Irritation data are limited, so sensitive children might react.

No Known Risk - Available safety assessments and published studies mark cancer, allergy, reproductive, and use‑restriction concerns as low. A cosmetic safety review also found it unlikely to cause immune or allergic reactions and did not identify organ, hormone, or long‑term risks for normal topical use. Because all flagged concerns are low or unassessed, there are no demonstrated health risks for typical topical use.

Confidence: HIGH

BUTYROSPERMUM PARKII

✅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

COCONUT OIL

✅1/10

Coconut oil is usually safe for toddlers (1–2 years). It helps moisturize dry skin and is a common ingredient in baby products. Most safety reviews find low risk, but some people can get mild irritation.

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

LAVENDER FLOWER EXTRACT

✅1/10

For toddlers (1–2 years), lavender flower extract is usually safe when used in small amounts on the skin. Most children do not have problems, though a few with sensitive skin can get mild redness or a rash.

No Known Risk - Independent ingredient reviews find low concern for cancer, allergies/immune effects, and effects on development or reproduction for this topical lavender flower extract. For everyday topical use on children, reviewers did not identify clear health harms. Note: some product‑verification programs ask makers to show extra safety data before they allow this extract in their “verified” products; that is a labeling/certification rule, not proof of a health hazard.

Confidence: HIGH

SODIUM CHLORIDE

✅1/10

Sodium chloride is ordinary salt. For toddlers (1–2 years) it is generally safe in the tiny amounts used in skin products. It is a low-risk ingredient and is not thought to cause long-term harm.

No Known Risk - Regulatory reviews flag no meaningful health hazards for topical use. Food and health authorities list it as safe for limited use, and environmental assessments find it unlikely to harm organs, build up in the body, or damage wildlife. Overall expert sources rate concerns as low across cancer, allergies, development, and use restrictions.

Confidence: HIGH

SODIUM LAUROYL LACTYLATE

✅1/10

For toddlers (1-2 years old), this ingredient is usually safe when it’s used in small amounts in everyday creams, wipes, and shampoos. It’s a gentle cleaning and mixing ingredient.

No Known Risk - Cosmetic safety reviews note only low-level concerns for this topical ingredient. Experts recommend limits on concentration and monitoring impurities, and some product-verification programs require extra proof before they allow it, but no moderate or high health hazards were identified for typical topical use on children.

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

VANILLA FRUIT EXTRACT

✅1/10

For toddlers (1-2 years), vanilla extract from the vanilla bean is generally low risk when used on the skin. However, a small number of children may get skin irritation or an allergic reaction.

Confidence: MEDIUM

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

ARGANIA SPINOSA

✅1/10

Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil is argan oil commonly used as a moisturizer in baby products low risk of irritation or allergy

No Known Risk - Argan oil is widely used in baby and adult skincare with no evidence of causing harm or adverse effects when used topically. There are no credible studies linking it to irritation, hormone disruption, cancer, or other health risks in babies. It is generally considered safe for topical use on sensitive skin, including that of infants.

Confidence: HIGH

COCOS NUCIFERA

✅1/10

Coconut oil is widely used in baby care for moisturizing and is generally safe for 1-2 years old unless allergic

No Known Risk - Coconut oil is widely used topically for babies and is generally considered safe. There is no strong evidence linking it to irritation, allergies, hormone disruption, cancer, or other health risks when used on healthy baby skin. Rare allergic reactions are possible, but not common enough to warrant a risk label based on current research.

Confidence: HIGH

GLYCINE SOJA

✅1/10

Glycine soja soybean oil is a common emollient in baby care products with low risk of irritation or allergy in 1-2 year olds

No Known Risk - Soybean oil is widely used in topical products and is generally considered safe for baby skin. There is no strong evidence linking topical soybean oil to irritation, hormone disruption, or other health risks in babies based on current research.

Confidence: HIGH

GUAR HYDROXYPROPYLTRIMONIUM CHLORIDE

✅1/10

This ingredient is generally safe for toddlers (1-2 years) when used in rinse-off products like baby or toddler shampoo and body wash. Overall risk is low, but young children have more sensitive skin and eyes.

Confidence: HIGH

DECYL GLUCOSIDE

✅1/10

Decyl Glucoside is a mild non ionic surfactant commonly used in baby shampoos and body washes. It is very safe for 1-2 year olds in topical use.

Confidence: HIGH

SHEA BUTTER

✅1/10

Shea butter is a natural moisturizer commonly used in baby skincare products. It is very safe for topical use on 1-2 year olds and helps protect sensitive skin.

Confidence: HIGH

SOYBEAN OIL

✅1/10

Soybean oil is a common emollient and moisturizer in baby products. It is very safe for topical use on 1-2 year olds and helps maintain skin barrier.

Confidence: HIGH

CALENDULA FLOWER EXTRACT

✅1/10

Calendula flower extract is commonly used in baby skincare for its soothing and anti-inflammatory properties and is generally safe for topical use in 1-2 year olds.

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

CALENDULA OFFICINALIS

✅0/10

For toddlers (1–2 years old), calendula seed oil is generally very safe on the skin and is often used to calm dryness and mild irritation.

No Known Risk - Available safety reviews and expert guidance list only low-level concerns and provide informational recommendations for safe use. There are no higher-than-low flags for cancer, allergy/immune effects, developmental or reproductive issues, or use restrictions for topical use, so no specific health risks have been identified.

Confidence: HIGH

Common Questions About SheaMoisture BABY WASH & SHAMPOO

Toddler-friendly? SheaMoisture BABY WASH & SHAMPOO

SheaMoisture BABY WASH & SHAMPOO is not recommended for 1-2 year old toddlers due to potentially harmful ingredients.

What ingredients should I watch out for?

We analyzed 36 ingredients in SheaMoisture BABY WASH & SHAMPOO. 1 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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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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