CeraVe Baby Healing Ointment

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.

For toddlers and preschoolers (ages 2-5): usually safe in small amounts in lotions, creams, and wipes. Most children will not have a problem, but a few people can get skin irritation or an allergic rash.

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

For toddlers and young children (2-5 years) carbomer is usually safe when used on the skin. It is a thickener found in many lotions and wipes. Long-term health risks are not expected, but there are worries about possible contamination and occasional skin or eye irritation.

For toddlers and preschoolers (2-5 years), Ceramide NP is generally safe when used in normal amounts in creams or wipes. It helps repair and protect the skin and has a low risk of serious effects.

Cholesterol is a skin-friendly ingredient used in creams and lotions that helps repair the skin’s protective layer. For toddlers and preschoolers (ages 2–5), it is generally safe when used in normal baby or children’s skincare products.

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 preschoolers and toddlers (2-5 years), this ingredient is generally safe to use on the skin. It’s a moisturizing ingredient and the safety data provided shows low concern.

Safe for most toddlers and preschoolers when used on the skin as a moisture barrier.

Ozokerite is a mineral wax used to make creams and balms thicker. For children aged 2–5 (toddlers, preschoolers), it is generally low risk when used in normal amounts in skin products.

Panthenol is generally safe for children aged 2-5 (toddlers and preschoolers). It’s used to hydrate and soothe skin and usually does not cause harm.

For toddlers and preschoolers (ages 2–5), paraffin used on the skin is usually low risk when used like a normal moisturizer or balm.

For children aged 2–5 years (toddlers and preschoolers), phytosphingosine is generally low risk. It’s a naturally occurring skin ingredient used to support the skin’s barrier and is usually safe in the small amounts found in creams and wipes.

For children aged 2–5 years (toddlers and preschoolers), this ingredient is generally low risk. It’s a mild cleaner and helps mix oil and water in lotions and wipes. Most kids tolerate it well.

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.

For toddlers and preschoolers (2–5 years), Pantolactone is generally safe for use on normal, unbroken skin. It is not linked to cancer or growth or hormone problems in children based on current safety listings. The most likely issue is rare, mild irritation.

Mineral oil is widely used in baby products as a skin protectant and moisturizer with minimal risk for ages 2-5 years

For 2-5 year olds (toddlers and preschoolers), Ceramide AP is generally very safe. It’s a skin-friendly ingredient that helps moisturize and protect the skin and has very low concern for long-term health effects according to the referenced ingredient assessment.

Ceramide EOP is a fat normally found in skin that helps keep the skin barrier healthy. For young children (toddlers and preschoolers, ages 2–5) it is generally safe in creams and lotions made for children.

For children aged 2–5 years (toddlers and preschoolers), proline is generally safe when used on the skin at normal product levels. It is a natural amino acid and safety reviews by government and industry experts show low concern for major health risks.

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.

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.