Calming Lavender Plant-Based Body Lotion

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Safe for preschoolers to use Calming Lavender Plant-Based Body Lotion?

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USE WITH CAUTION

Danger Score: 4 (Lower is safer)

Quick Answer: Calming Lavender Plant-Based Body Lotion contains 24 ingredients. 2 caution. Use with Caution ⚠️ Consider preschooler activity levels.

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Ingredients Analysis (24 found)

Lavender Oil

⚠️4/10

For children aged 2–5 years (toddlers and preschoolers), lavender oil is usually low risk but not necessary. It can sometimes irritate the skin or, rarely, be linked to hormone-related concerns in children in case reports.

Hormones - There are medical case reports and laboratory studies that link topical lavender oil to hormone changes in children, including early breast development and small breast tissue in boys. These findings show the oil can affect normal hormone development in young children.

Confuse Hormones - Research studies found that lavender oil can act like estrogen in lab tests and in reported clinical cases. That means the oil may mimic or confuse the body’s natural hormone signals.

Absorbed - Cases of hormone effects after skin use mean the oil can get through skin and reach the body. Clinical reports showing systemic effects support that topical lavender oil can be absorbed into the bloodstream.

Confidence: HIGH

Linalool

⚠️4/10

Linalool is a scent ingredient used in perfumes and many skin products. For toddlers and preschoolers (2–5 years), it can cause skin allergies in some children, so it should be used with care.

Immune system - This ingredient is listed as a known human allergen and a possible immune-system toxicant in official cosmetic safety reviews (European cosmetics rules) and is flagged with strong evidence by the U.S. regulator. That means it can trigger allergic reactions or immune responses in some children.

Irritant - Official cosmetic guidance requires labeling for this ingredient because it can cause allergic skin reactions. The safety reviews identify it as a human allergen, so it can cause redness, itching, or rashes on sensitive baby skin.

Eczema - Because this ingredient is a known allergen and can provoke skin reactions, it may trigger or make eczema and similar skin conditions worse in susceptible children.

Cancer - A contamination concern was specifically flagged for formaldehyde being associated with this ingredient. Formaldehyde is recognized in safety summaries as a harmful contaminant linked to cancer risk, so contamination raises a cancer-related concern.

Confidence: HIGH

Geraniol

✅3/10

For children 2-5 years old (toddlers and preschoolers): geraniol can cause skin allergic reactions. Many kids won’t react, but because it is a common fragrance allergen it’s safer to avoid it in products made for young children.

Confidence: HIGH

Caprylhydroxamic Acid

✅2/10

Caprylic Hydroxamic Acid is a preservative with low irritation risk at typical use levels likely included to prevent microbial growth

Confidence: MEDIUM

Polysorbate 60

✅2/10

For children aged 2-5 (toddlers and preschoolers), Polysorbate 60 is generally low risk when used on the skin. The main concern is not the ingredient itself but possible tiny amounts of manufacturing contaminants. Skin irritation is uncommon but can happen with sensitive children.

Confidence: MEDIUM

Sea Buckthorn Oil

✅2/10

Sea buckthorn oil is generally safe for topical use in children and is used for skin conditioning and soothing

Confidence: HIGH

Tocopheryl Acetate

✅2/10

Usually safe for most toddlers and preschoolers when used on healthy skin in small amounts.

Confidence: HIGH

Chamomile Flower Extract

✅2/10

Chamomile Flower Extract is generally safe and used for soothing skin in baby products but may cause mild allergic reactions in sensitive children aged 2-5 years.

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

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

Glyceryl Caprylate

✅1/10

Safety information not properly formatted for easy understanding

Confidence: MEDIUM

Glyceryl Stearate SE

✅1/10

For toddlers and preschoolers (2–5 years old), Glyceryl Stearate SE is generally safe. It’s a common ingredient in kid-friendly lotions and wipes and has low concern for serious health problems in normal use.

Confidence: HIGH

Jojoba Seed Oil

✅1/10

Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil is jojoba oil commonly used as a moisturizer in baby products and is considered very safe for topical use

No Known Risk - Jojoba oil is widely regarded as safe for topical use on babies and is not linked to irritation, hormone disruption, cancer, or other health risks based on current research. It is non-allergenic, non-comedogenic, and does not contain known harmful chemicals. No credible studies have shown significant adverse effects in infants or children when used as directed.

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 Seed Oil

✅1/10

Safflower Seed Oil is commonly used as a gentle emollient in baby products and is generally safe for 2-5 years topical use

No Known Risk - Safflower oil is widely used in baby skincare products and is generally considered safe for topical use on infants. There is no strong evidence linking it to irritation, allergies, or other health risks in babies when used as directed. It is not associated with hormone disruption, cancer, or other long-term health effects according to current research.

Confidence: HIGH

Shea Butter

✅1/10

Butyrospermum Parkii Shea Butter is a natural fat used as an emollient in baby products. It is very safe and commonly used in baby lotions and wipes.

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

Sunflower Seed Oil

✅1/10

Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil is sunflower seed oil commonly used in baby products for moisturizing. It is very safe and gentle for 2-5 year old skin.

No Known Risk - Sunflower seed oil 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, or other health risks in babies when used on intact skin. It is not associated with hormone disruption, cancer, or other long-term health effects according to current research.

Confidence: HIGH

Watercress Flower/Leaf Extract

✅1/10

Watercress Flower Leaf Extract is a plant extract used for soothing and antioxidant properties in baby lotions. It is generally safe for topical use in 2-5 year olds.

No Known Risk - There is no evidence in current research that topical watercress flower leaf extract poses health risks to babies. It is generally considered safe and is not linked to irritation, hormone disruption, or other listed risks.

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

Calendula Flower Extract

✅1/10

For toddlers and young children (2–5 years): this marigold flower extract is generally low risk when put on unbroken skin. It’s used to calm and soothe skin and most children tolerate it well.

Confidence: MEDIUM

Meadowsweet Flower Extract

✅0/10

For children aged 2–5 years (toddlers, preschoolers), meadowsweet flower extract used on the skin appears to be very low risk. It’s usually added to products to help calm and soothe the skin.

No Known Risk - Available safety summaries for the topical ingredient show only low-level concerns for cancer, allergies/immunity, and developmental or reproductive effects, with no higher hazards, bans, or use restrictions identified. Because no concern is rated above low, there are no specific health risks to flag based on the current data.

Confidence: MEDIUM

Oat Kernel Flour

✅0/10

For toddlers and preschoolers (2–5 years): Oat Kernel Flour is generally safe to use on the skin. It is often added to creams, lotions and washes to calm dry or irritated skin and is considered low risk.

No Known Risk - Government safety reviewers found this oat kernel flour is not expected to harm organs or the environment, and an industry safety panel judged it safe for use in cosmetics when impurity and concentration limits are followed. Allergies and immune effects were noted as not well studied but were rated low in concern. Overall, no health risks above low were identified.

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 Calming Lavender Plant-Based Body Lotion

Preschooler-safe? Calming Lavender Plant-Based Body Lotion

Use caution with Calming Lavender Plant-Based Body Lotion for 2-5 year old children. Some ingredients may pose concerns.

What ingredients should I watch out for?

We analyzed 24 ingredients in Calming Lavender Plant-Based Body Lotion. 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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