Alaffia Babies & Kids BODY LOTION Unrefined Shea Butter LEMON LAVENDER

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Safe for preschoolers to use Alaffia Babies & Kids BODY LOTION Unrefined Shea Butter LEMON LAVENDER?

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USE WITH CAUTION

Danger Score: 5 (Lower is safer)

Quick Answer: Alaffia Babies & Kids BODY LOTION Unrefined Shea Butter LEMON LAVENDER contains 10 ingredients. 2 caution. Use with Caution ⚠️ Consider preschooler activity levels.

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Ingredients Analysis (10 found)

lavender oil

⚠️5/10

Lavender flower oil can cause skin irritation or allergic reactions in young children and is used for fragrance

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

lemon extract

⚠️4/10

Citrus Medica Limonum Fruit Extract may cause irritation or sensitization in young children and is often used for fragrance or astringent properties

Irritant - Lemon extract contains citric acid and other compounds that can irritate sensitive baby skin, causing redness or rashes, especially with repeated topical use.

Sun Burn - Lemon extract contains compounds called furocoumarins, which can increase skin sensitivity to sunlight (photosensitivity), raising the risk of sunburn when applied topically.

Confidence: MEDIUM

phenoxyethanol

✅3/10

For toddlers and young children (2–5 years): phenoxyethanol is commonly used as a preservative and is usually okay when products keep it at low levels (around 1% or less). The main risk is that it can irritate skin, eyes, or cause redness for some children.

Confidence: HIGH

potassium sorbate

✅2/10

For toddlers and young children (2–5 years), potassium sorbate is usually safe in small amounts in creams and lotions. The biggest issue is that it can cause skin allergies or irritation in some children.

Confidence: HIGH

ascorbic acid

✅1/10

Vitamin C is safe for topical use in children and is often used as an antioxidant in baby care products

Confidence: HIGH

emulsifying wax

✅1/10

For children aged 2-5 (toddlers, preschoolers), emulsifying wax in lotions and creams is usually safe. Most safety reviews call the health concerns low. It is not a strong irritant for most kids, but sensitive children can react.

Confidence: HIGH

lemon balm extract

✅1/10

For toddlers and young children (ages 2–5), lemon balm leaf extract on the skin is usually low risk. It’s commonly used to soothe skin and is not linked to major health problems in safety reviews.

Confidence: HIGH

shea butter

✅1/10

Shea butter is widely used in baby products for moisturizing and is considered very safe for 2-5 years topical use

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

Shea leaf extract

✅1/10

Shea leaf extract is a plant-derived ingredient likely used for soothing and moisturizing. It is generally safe for topical use in 2-5 year old babies.

No Known Risk - Shea leaf extract is generally considered safe for topical use, with no evidence of major health risks or toxicity in babies. There are no well-documented cases of irritation, allergy, or other negative effects associated with this ingredient in reputable scientific literature.

Confidence: HIGH

stearic acid

✅1/10

For toddlers and preschoolers (2-5 years), stearic acid is generally safe on the skin when used in normal baby or children’s creams and wipes. It has low concerns for cancer, allergies, or developmental effects according to regulatory reviews.

Confidence: HIGH

Common Questions About Alaffia Babies & Kids BODY LOTION Unrefined Shea Butter LEMON LAVENDER

Preschooler-safe? Alaffia Babies & Kids BODY LOTION Unrefined Shea Butter LEMON LAVENDER

Use caution with Alaffia Babies & Kids BODY LOTION Unrefined Shea Butter LEMON LAVENDER for 2-5 year old children. Some ingredients may pose concerns.

What ingredients should I watch out for?

We analyzed 10 ingredients in Alaffia Babies & Kids BODY LOTION Unrefined Shea Butter LEMON LAVENDER. 2 caution. Check the detailed analysis above for specific concerns.

Is this suitable for preschoolers to using lotion?

The appropriate age depends on the specific ingredients. This analysis is for 2-5 year old children. Use the age selector above to check other ages.

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Safety Analysis: Evaluations are for research only - consult pediatricians for medical decisions. Do not rely solely on this analysis.

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