CeraVe BABY Moisturizing Lotion

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.

Okay for toddlers and preschoolers when used in small amounts on healthy skin. Rinse‑off is the safer choice; leave‑on should be low‑strength and used sparingly.

For preschoolers (children aged 2–5 years), this ingredient is generally low risk when used in normal rinse-off products like shampoos and conditioners. It can sometimes cause irritation or allergic reactions in sensitive children, and some studies cited for the ingredient show effects in lab or animal tests at higher exposures.

For children aged 2–5 years (toddlers, preschoolers): usually low risk in small amounts. Main problems to watch for are skin or eye irritation, and it can slightly increase how much other ingredients get through the skin.

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.

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.

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

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.

Arginine PCA is usually safe for children aged 2-5 (toddlers and preschoolers). It helps keep skin moisturized and the available ingredient safety information rates it as low concern for serious risks.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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 toddlers and preschoolers (2-5 years), this ingredient is generally safe in creams and lotions at the low levels usually used. It is not linked to cancer or developmental harm, but it can sometimes cause mild irritation in sensitive people.

For children aged 2 to 5 years (toddlers and young kids), lauric acid is generally low risk when used on the skin in normal amounts. It’s a fatty acid found in coconut oil and many gentle skin products.

Niacinamide is usually safe for toddlers and preschoolers when used in small amounts in skin creams or lotions. It helps skin look and feel better and rarely causes serious problems.

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 (toddlers and preschoolers), this ingredient is generally low risk when used on the skin. It is a mild ingredient used to help mix oils and water in creams and lotions.

For toddlers and preschoolers (ages 2–5), potassium phosphate used on the skin is low risk. It’s commonly used to help balance product pH and isn’t linked to cancer, allergy, or developmental harm in the reviewed data.

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.

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.

Sodium PCA is a skin moisturizer that is usually safe for toddlers and preschoolers when used on the skin. Most safety reviews find low risk for cancer, allergy, or harm to growth. The main concern is possible contamination during manufacturing (nitrosamines), so quality and purity matter.

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 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.

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 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.