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For children aged 2–5 years (toddlers and preschoolers): benzocaine can be risky. High-strength benzocaine products have been linked to a rare but serious blood problem that can lower oxygen. Because of this, some countries limit or ban its use in baby and cosmetic products. It’s safer to avoid benzocaine for everyday use with 2–5 year olds unless a doctor tells you it’s needed.

Red 40 is a synthetic dye not typically used in baby topical products and may cause skin irritation or allergic reactions

For preschool children (2-5 years) this yellow cosmetic dye is not highly dangerous but deserves caution. It is allowed in some cosmetics but regulators limit certain uses, and there are reports of impurities and occasional allergic or nervous-system issues in studies.

Natural flavor is a vague term that can include many chemicals some of which may irritate sensitive skin of 2-5 year olds. Used for scent or taste in baby products.

FD and C blue no 1 is a synthetic dye used for color FDA allows limited topical use but some risk of skin reactions in young children

For children aged 2–5 years (toddlers and preschoolers), benzyl alcohol in small amounts in skin products is usually okay, but it can cause allergic reactions or irritation in some kids. Children with sensitive skin or eczema are more likely to react.

For toddlers and preschoolers (2–5 years), propylene glycol in typical skin creams is usually low risk, but it can cause skin irritation or allergic reactions in some children. It can also help other ingredients get into the skin, so be careful with strong medicines in the same product.

For toddlers and preschoolers (children aged 2-5 years), polyethylene glycol is usually safe when used on the skin in small amounts. Most kids do not get irritation or allergic reactions. The main issue is not the ingredient itself but possible tiny amounts of manufacturing contaminants that some safety reviews flag.

For preschool children (ages 2-5), Polysorbate 80 is usually low risk when used on normal, unbroken skin in everyday products like lotions and wipes. The biggest safety note is not the ingredient itself but possible tiny impurities from manufacturing.

Carbomer homopolymer type B is a common thickening agent in topical baby products. It is very safe for 2-5 year olds with minimal risk of irritation or toxicity.

For toddlers and young children (2–5 years old), glycerin used in lotions and wipes is generally safe. It helps skin hold moisture and rarely causes harm.

For toddlers (2–5 years), saccharin on the skin is considered low risk based on available safety reviews. It is not commonly linked to serious problems when used a little and only on normal skin. However, there is limited data about repeated or wide-area skin use in young children, so it should be used carefully.