Aveeno baby daily care set

Perfume in baby products can cause skin irritation or allergies in 2-5 year olds. It is likely included for fragrance but should be used with caution.

For 2–5 year olds (preschool children), this ingredient is usually okay when it’s in products you rinse off, like kids’ shampoos and body washes. A small number of children can get skin irritation or an allergic reaction.

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 children aged 2–5 years (toddlers and preschoolers), this ingredient is commonly used in hair and skin products as a conditioner. It can irritate the skin, eyes, or airways in some people and may trigger allergic or breathing reactions in sensitive children. When used as a rinse-off product (like a conditioner that is washed out) the risk is lower than for younger babies, but you should still be careful.

For toddlers and young children (ages 2–5) this ingredient is usually used to thicken creams and wipes and is not thought to get into the body from normal use. The main concern is possible contamination from leftover manufacturing chemicals (examples noted include methacrylic or acrylic acid and, rarely, benzene) and incomplete long‑term safety data.

For children aged 2–5 (toddlers and preschoolers), citric acid in small amounts found in wipes, lotions, and bath products is usually safe. It can sometimes cause mild stinging or irritation, especially on very sensitive or broken skin.

For toddlers and preschoolers (ages 2–5), Coco‑Glucoside is generally gentle and low risk when used in everyday cleansers and shampoos. It is commonly used in children’s wipes and washes.

For toddlers and preschoolers, a small amount of high‑quality white petroleum jelly is generally safe to protect dry or irritated skin.

For children ages 2-5 (toddlers, preschoolers), sodium benzoate is usually safe in small amounts when it's in products made for kids. Big safety reviewers and government agencies generally see low risk at the low levels used in lotions and wipes, but there are rules that limit how much can be used.

For toddlers and preschoolers (ages 2–5), this ingredient can be safe when it’s used in very small amounts and the final product is pH-balanced for skin. It is a strong chemical by itself and can irritate or burn if concentrated or not properly neutralized.

For toddlers and preschoolers (2-5 years), allantoin is generally safe. It is used to calm and soften skin and usually does not cause harm at the small amounts found in lotions and wipes.

For toddlers and preschoolers (2–5 years), cetyl alcohol is usually safe when used on normal, unbroken skin. It helps moisturize and thicken creams. Reactions are uncommon but possible.

Dimethicone is commonly used in creams and lotions for children ages 2-5 (toddlers and preschoolers) and is usually gentle and safe on normal skin. It helps protect and lock in moisture and rarely causes reactions. There are, however, some concerns about small amounts of related chemicals or impurities that can come from manufacturing and about environmental persistence.

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 children aged 2–5 (toddlers and preschoolers), glyceryl oleate is generally safe when used in creams or lotions meant for kids. It is not linked to cancer or major long-term harm at normal use levels, but it can sometimes irritate skin or eyes.

This ingredient is a mild conditioner used in shampoos and washes and is generally considered low risk for toddlers and preschoolers (2-5 years). Most experts say it is safe when used in normal rinse-off products.

For toddlers and young children (2-5 years), this ingredient is usually safe. It helps moisturize and soften skin and is not linked to serious health risks. A small number of children may get mild irritation or pimples on sensitive skin.

Polyquaternium-10 is generally safe for toddlers and preschoolers (ages 2–5) when used as part of normal skin and hair products. It rarely irritates and is commonly used to make hair soft and skin feel smooth.

For kids aged 2–5 (toddlers and preschoolers), sodium chloride (table salt) used on the skin in normal product amounts is very low risk. It is commonly used to make solutions gentle and to adjust product thickness, and health authorities consider it safe for limited use.

For preschoolers (ages 2–5), this is a mild cleansing ingredient and is usually safe when it is in rinse-off products like shampoo or body wash. Some reports show it can sometimes irritate skin or eyes and there are concerns about trace impurities, so a little caution is wise.

Oat kernel extract is usually gentle and used to calm and moisturize young children's skin. For most 2–5 year olds it is safe when used in normal skin products.

For toddlers and preschoolers (ages 2-5), oat kernel flour is generally safe when used on the skin. It is often added to kids’ shampoos and bodywashes to soothe and moisturize and is considered low risk.

For children aged 2-5 years (toddlers and preschoolers), plain water used on the skin is very safe. Water by itself does not cause harm and is commonly the main ingredient in wipes and lotions.