calendula EVERYDAY LOTION

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Safe for preschoolers to use calendula EVERYDAY LOTION?

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Danger Score: 5 (Lower is safer)

Quick Answer: calendula EVERYDAY LOTION contains 22 ingredients. 1 caution. Use with Caution ⚠️ Consider preschooler activity levels.

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Ingredients Analysis (22 found)

clary sage

⚠️5/10

Clary sage oil can cause skin irritation and contains allergens not well studied for young children likely used for fragrance

Irritant - Clary sage oil is an essential oil that can cause skin irritation, redness, or rashes, especially on sensitive baby skin or if not properly diluted.

Absorbed - Clary sage oil contains compounds that can be absorbed through the skin, potentially entering the bloodstream, which is a concern for babies with developing systems.

Confidence: MEDIUM

anise seed extract

✅3/10

For toddlers and preschoolers (2–5 years), anise seed extract is usually okay in small amounts on the skin, but some children can get a rash or other allergic reaction.

Confidence: MEDIUM

basil leaf extract

✅2/10

Ocimum basilicum leaf extract is basil extract used for fragrance or soothing properties minor risk of irritation in sensitive skin

No Known Risk - Basil leaf extract is generally considered safe for topical use, with no strong evidence linking it to irritation, allergies, hormone disruption, or other health risks in babies. There are no known reports of toxicity or adverse effects in infants from topical application, so it is considered low risk based on current research.

Confidence: MEDIUM

rosemary leaf extract

✅2/10

Rosemary leaf extract is generally safe in topical baby products for ages 2-5 but may cause mild irritation in sensitive skin. It is likely included for natural antioxidant and preservative properties.

Confidence: HIGH

aloe vera leaf juice

✅1/10

Aloe leaf juice is commonly used for soothing skin and is generally safe for topical use in 2-5 year olds

Confidence: HIGH

canola oil

✅1/10

Canola oil is a mild plant oil used in skin products and is generally safe for toddlers and preschoolers (ages 2–5). Major health concerns are low, but some expert groups note limited data and recommend keeping overall exposure in mind.

Confidence: HIGH

caprylic/capric triglyceride

✅1/10

For toddlers and preschoolers (ages 2-5), this ingredient is very low risk when used on the skin. It works as a gentle, lightweight skin oil and is not known to cause cancer, developmental issues, or strong allergic reactions in typical skincare use.

Confidence: HIGH

cetearyl alcohol

✅1/10

Cetearyl alcohol is a mild fatty alcohol used to soften and thicken lotions and creams. For toddlers and young children (ages 2–5) it is usually safe on the skin and is not commonly linked to serious harms.

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

evening primrose oil

✅1/10

Oenothera Biennis Oil is evening primrose oil used as a skin conditioning agent and is generally safe for topical use in 2-5 year olds

No Known Risk - Evening Primrose Oil is generally considered safe for topical use, including on sensitive skin, and there is no strong evidence linking it to any of the listed risks when used externally. There are rare reports of mild irritation, but these are not common or severe enough to warrant a specific risk label. No major health authorities have flagged it for baby safety concerns in topical applications.

Confidence: HIGH

glyceryl caprylate

✅1/10

Safety information not properly formatted for easy understanding

Confidence: MEDIUM

glyceryl stearate

✅1/10

For toddlers and preschoolers (ages 2–5), glyceryl stearate is low risk. It’s commonly used in creams and lotions to make them smooth and stable and is generally well tolerated by young children.

Confidence: HIGH

levulinic acid

✅1/10

For preschool children (2–5 years), levulinic acid is generally low risk when used in normal, low-strength skincare products. It is not known to cause cancer or long-term harm and does not build up in the body.

No Known Risk - Official safety reviews and government assessments find low concern for this ingredient. Reviews say it is unlikely to cause cancer, is allowed for limited use in food, is not expected to harm organs, and is not likely to persist or build up in the environment or body. A cosmetic expert review notes safe use when following limits on concentration and impurities. For typical topical use, there are no higher-than-low concerns reported.

Confidence: HIGH

phytic acid

✅1/10

For toddlers and young children (ages 2–5), phytic acid in skin products is usually low risk when used in small amounts. It can sometimes irritate sensitive skin and some safety reviews flagged possible hormone-related effects at low doses, so it’s best to be cautious.

Confidence: MEDIUM

safflower oleosomes

✅1/10

Safflower oleosomes are plant-based and generally safe for preschool children (2-5 years). They are low risk for harm but there are small signs they can irritate skin or increase how much other ingredients get into the skin.

Confidence: HIGH

safflower seed oil polyglyceryl-4 esters

✅1/10

Safflower seed oil polyglyceryl-4 esters is a mild emulsifier derived from natural oils, commonly used in baby lotions for gentle skin conditioning and safe for 2-5 year olds.

No Known Risk - Safflower Seed Oil Polyglyceryl-4 Esters is generally considered safe for topical use, with no evidence in current research linking it to irritation, hormone disruption, cancer, or other health risks in babies. It is a mild, plant-derived emulsifier and there are no known reports of adverse effects or regulatory restrictions for this ingredient in baby care products.

Confidence: HIGH

xanthan gum

✅1/10

For toddlers and preschoolers (2–5 years), xanthan gum is usually safe when used in creams, lotions and baby wipes. It thickens products and mainly stays on the skin. Most children do not have problems with it.

No Known Risk - Safety reviews and regulatory assessments find no health hazards above a low level for topical use. It is approved for limited use in food, classified as not expected to be toxic and a low human-health priority, and not suspected to be an environmental toxin. Cosmetic industry reviewers note only guidance on concentrations or purity. Because no concern was rated above low, no specific risks were identified for babies or children.

Confidence: HIGH

yucca root extract

✅1/10

For toddlers and preschoolers (2-5 years), yucca root extract is generally low risk when used on the skin in regular products. It’s a plant extract used for soothing and cleansing.

No Known Risk - Available safety assessments for this topical plant extract show only low-level concerns for cancer, allergies or immune effects, developmental or reproductive harm, and no use restrictions. No ingredient-specific hazards were identified in the reviewed data, so there are no real risks flagged for children when used as directed. As with any botanical, if a child has a known plant allergy, test a small area first and stop use if irritation appears.

Confidence: MEDIUM

calendula flower infusion

✅1/10

Calendula flower infusion is commonly used in baby lotions for its soothing and anti inflammatory properties and is generally very safe for topical use in 2 to 5 year olds

Confidence: HIGH

calendula extract in vegetable glycerin

✅1/10

Calendula extract in vegetable glycerin is commonly used in baby lotions for soothing skin and is generally very safe for topical use in 2-5 year olds

Confidence: HIGH

French lavender

✅0/10

For toddlers and preschoolers (2–5 years), this lavender extract is generally low risk in skin products. Most children tolerate it, though a small number can be sensitive.

No Known Risk - The supplied safety review for this topical ingredient did not find any concerns above low. That means no clear risks (such as hormone disruption, organ damage, cancer links, or breathing problems) were reported for typical topical use. The ingredient is noted as restricted by a product‑verification program unless extra safety data are provided, but the review itself did not identify health hazards.

Confidence: HIGH

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 calendula EVERYDAY LOTION

Preschooler-safe? calendula EVERYDAY LOTION

Use caution with calendula EVERYDAY LOTION for 2-5 year old children. Some ingredients may pose concerns.

What ingredients should I watch out for?

We analyzed 22 ingredients in calendula EVERYDAY LOTION. 1 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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