babyBUM Mineral Sunscreen Lotion

sunscreen • For 2-5 year old children • Skin contact 🧴

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Safe for preschoolers to use babyBUM Mineral Sunscreen Lotion?

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NOT RECOMMENDED

Danger Score: 6 (Lower is safer)

Quick Answer: babyBUM Mineral Sunscreen Lotion contains 26 ingredients. 4 caution. Use with Caution ⚠️ Consider preschooler activity levels.

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Ingredients Analysis (26 found)

alcohol

⚠️5/10

Alcohol is often used as a solvent or preservative in sunscreens but can cause skin dryness or irritation in young children so use with caution

Confidence: HIGH

methyl dihydroabietate

⚠️4/10

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

Confidence: HIGH

polymer

⚠️4/10

Polymer is a generic term not specifying a particular chemical. It might be a misreading or typo as it does not identify a specific ingredient.

Confidence: HIGH

cocoa seed

⚠️4/10

Cocoa seed is not a typical ingredient in sunscreens or baby topical products. It may be a misreading or typo and its safety in this context is unclear.

Confidence: HIGH

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

bisabolol

✅2/10

For toddlers (2–5 years) bisabolol is usually safe in small amounts and is used to soothe skin. Most children won’t have problems, but some can get a contact allergy or irritation.

Confidence: HIGH

citric acid

✅2/10

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.

Confidence: HIGH

arachidyl alcohol

✅1/10

For toddlers and preschoolers (ages 2–5) arachidyl alcohol is usually safe in normal skin creams and lotions. It helps products feel smooth and is not known to cause serious health problems.

Confidence: HIGH

arachidyl glucoside

✅1/10

For young children (2–5 years old — toddlers and preschoolers), Arachidyl Glucoside is generally low risk when used in normal, low‑amount skin products. It’s a mild cleanser/emulsifier, but rare allergic reactions and mild irritation have been reported.

Confidence: MEDIUM

behenyl alcohol

✅1/10

For toddlers and preschoolers (children ages 2-5), behenyl alcohol is generally low risk when used on the skin. It’s a fatty alcohol that helps moisturize and thicken creams. Most safety reviews find very little cause for concern when it’s used in normal cosmetic or personal care products.

Confidence: HIGH

butyrospermum parkii (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

capryloyl glycerin

✅1/10

For toddlers and young children (ages 2–5), this ingredient is generally safe to use on the skin. Public safety listings note only low-level concerns, and it is commonly used to help skin feel softer and hold moisture.

No Known Risk - A widely used cosmetic ingredient safety database rates this ingredient as low concern for cancer, immune/allergy effects, developmental and reproductive effects, and use restrictions. No higher-level hazards were identified in the available assessments, so typical topical use does not show known health risks.

Confidence: HIGH

cetyl alcohol

✅1/10

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.

Confidence: HIGH

coconut

✅1/10

Coconut derivatives are commonly used in baby shampoos and body washes and are generally very safe for 2-5 year olds with low irritation risk.

No Known Risk - Coconut is generally considered safe for topical use on babies. There is no strong evidence linking coconut to skin irritation, eczema, or other health risks in most infants, except in rare cases of coconut allergy. Therefore, no risk labels apply based on current research.

Confidence: HIGH

diheptyl succinate

✅1/10

For children 2–5 years old (toddlers and preschoolers), Diheptyl Succinate is generally safe to use on the skin. Public ingredient safety listings show very low concerns for cancer, allergy, and developmental effects.

No Known Risk - Available safety summaries for this topical ingredient show only low-level concerns across cancer, immune/allergy, developmental/reproductive, and use-restriction categories. No higher-than-low hazards (such as hormone disruption, organ harm, or cancer links) were identified in the reviewed information, so no specific risks were found for typical skin use.

Confidence: HIGH

glycerin

✅1/10

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.

Confidence: HIGH

microcrystalline cellulose

✅1/10

For children aged 2–5 years (toddlers and preschoolers), microcrystalline cellulose is usually safe when used in creams or lotions. It is an inactive, plant-based powder used to thicken or bind products. The main concern is that a small number of people can have allergic reactions.

Confidence: MEDIUM

sodium gluconate

✅1/10

Sodium gluconate is usually safe for kids aged 2–5 when it’s in small amounts in creams or lotions. It helps keep a product working properly and is not expected to cause serious problems for most children.

Confidence: HIGH

sodium hyaluronate

✅1/10

For toddlers and preschoolers (ages 2–5), sodium hyaluronate used on the skin is generally safe. It works to hydrate and sit on the skin surface with a low chance of causing harm.

No Known Risk - Major safety reviews and government checks report low concern for this ingredient when used on the skin. Industry safety reviewers note some data gaps and recommend limits on how much may be used in products, and a government environmental review flagged uncertain effects on the environment. Some product-verification programs also require extra proof before allowing it. Taken together, there are no clear health risks above a low level in the available assessments.

Confidence: HIGH

sodium stearoyl glutamate

✅1/10

For children aged 2–5 years (toddlers and preschoolers), this ingredient is generally low risk when used on the skin. It’s a mild cleaner/emulsifier and is not linked to cancer or harm to development in available reviews. A small number of reports suggest it can irritate skin or eyes in some people.

No Known Risk - An expert safety review (Cosmetic Ingredient Review) says this ingredient is safe for use in cosmetics when used within set limits. The available information only shows low or unclear concerns (for example mild irritation in some tests) and no higher-level hazards were identified. Based on current evidence, there are no known real risks for children when this ingredient is used as intended.

Confidence: HIGH

zinc oxide

✅1/10

Zinc oxide is generally safe for 2 to 5 year olds when used on skin. It acts as a barrier and is used in diaper creams and sunscreens.

Confidence: HIGH

shea butter

✅1/10

Shea butter is very safe for topical use in 2-5 year olds. It is a natural moisturizer commonly used in baby lotions and skin care products.

Confidence: HIGH

polyhydroxystearic acid

✅1/10

Polyhydroxystearic acid is a polymer used as an emulsifier and stabilizer in topical products. It is generally safe for 2-5 year olds in sunscreens.

Confidence: HIGH

cellulose

✅0/10

For preschoolers (ages 2–5), cellulose is generally safe when it’s in normal creams, lotions or sunscreens. It’s a plant-based ingredient used to make products feel smooth and stable and is not known to cause serious harm on the skin.

No Known Risk - Government and industry reviews show no clear health hazards for topical cellulose. A federal health agency classifies it as "not expected to be toxic" and a low human-health priority, and an industry safety panel notes only data gaps and use limits for verified products. Tests do not show cancer, allergy, reproductive, or organ harm at normal topical use, so no specific risks were identified.

Confidence: HIGH

tocopherol

✅0/10

For toddlers and preschoolers (2–5 years), vitamin E (tocopherol) used in normal skin products is generally safe and gentle. It helps protect skin and oils and rarely causes problems.

Confidence: MEDIUM

water

✅0/10

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.

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 babyBUM Mineral Sunscreen Lotion

Preschooler-safe? babyBUM Mineral Sunscreen Lotion

babyBUM Mineral Sunscreen Lotion is not recommended for 2-5 year old children due to potentially harmful ingredients.

What ingredients should I watch out for?

We analyzed 26 ingredients in babyBUM Mineral Sunscreen Lotion. 4 caution. Check the detailed analysis above for specific concerns.

Is this suitable for preschoolers to using sunscreen?

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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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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