GOLD BOND MEDICATED EXTRA STRENGTH BODY POWDER

baby powder • For 2-5 year old children • Skin contact 🧴

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Safe for preschoolers to use GOLD BOND MEDICATED EXTRA STRENGTH BODY POWDER?

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NO - AVOID

Danger Score: 17 (Lower is safer)

Quick Answer: GOLD BOND MEDICATED EXTRA STRENGTH BODY POWDER contains 11 ingredients. 2 concerning, 3 caution. Concerning - Has Problematic Ingredients ⚠️ Consider preschooler activity levels.

Check for Different Age (6 available)

Ingredients Analysis (11 found)

methyl salicylate

🚨6/10

For children ages 2–5 (toddlers and young children) this ingredient can cause allergic skin reactions and, if absorbed or swallowed, can cause poisoning. It is safer to avoid products with methyl salicylate made for kids.

Immune system - This ingredient is listed as a known human allergen, so it can cause allergic reactions and immune responses in people who touch it. That classification comes from the EU cosmetics safety rules.

Irritant - Industry safety reviews say it must be used only in ways that avoid causing skin irritation. That shows it can make skin red, sore, or inflamed if not formulated carefully (Cosmetic Ingredient Review findings).

Eczema - Because it is a known human allergen, it can trigger or make eczema and similar rashes worse for sensitive children and adults (noted in the EU cosmetics safety listing).

Banned - Use of this ingredient is restricted in at least one country and subject to concentration or use limits, so some places limit or forbid it in cosmetics (Health Canada restrictions and industry safety panels note limits).

Fertility - Animal assessments have shown developmental or reproductive effects at moderate doses, so there is a possible risk to reproduction or development seen in animal studies (based on an ECHA assessment).

Confidence: HIGH

salicylic acid

🚨6/10

For children aged 2–5 years (toddlers and preschoolers), salicylic acid can irritate the skin and can be absorbed through their thinner skin. It is not something to use routinely on young kids.

Hormones - A national endocrine-watch list identifies salicylic acid as a possible human endocrine disruptor. That means it may interfere with normal hormone signals during development or growth.

Confuse Hormones - Safety assessments note possible endocrine disruption for this chemical, so it can act like a fake hormone or change how natural hormones work in the body.

Irritant - Safety reviews and studies report limited evidence of skin irritation and even eye irritation in animals. Cosmetic safety panels and peer-reviewed work flag possible skin, eye or lung irritation.

Absorbed - Ingredient summaries call out enhanced skin absorption for this topical chemical, meaning it can get through the skin and enter the body when used on skin.

Banned - Government safety rules restrict or limit this ingredient in cosmetics in multiple places. Regulatory lists and national cosmetic authorities in several regions set use or concentration limits.

Long-Term Risk - Reviews note multiple, additive exposure sources (including limited use in food), so repeated exposures from different places could add up over time and raise long-term health concerns.

Confidence: HIGH

Menthol

⚠️5/10

For toddlers and young children (ages 2–5), menthol can be used sometimes but with caution. It helps create a cooling feeling but can cause skin allergies and breathing or eye irritation in some kids.

Immune system - Menthol is identified as a known human allergen and flagged with strong evidence of human toxicant/allergen by regulatory bodies (EU Cosmetics Directive and the U.S. EPA). That means it can trigger allergic or immune reactions when put on the skin.

Irritant - Regulatory assessments list menthol as a human allergen/toxicant, which is linked to skin reactions like redness, stinging, or contact dermatitis—especially when applied topically to sensitive skin.

Eczema - Because menthol is a recognized human allergen (per the EU cosmetics review and U.S. EPA findings), it can trigger or worsen eczema and similar inflammatory skin conditions in susceptible people.

Confidence: MEDIUM

eucalyptol

⚠️4/10

For preschool children (2–5 years), eucalyptol is generally low risk but can cause skin allergies or breathing irritation in some kids. It’s safer than using concentrated eucalyptus oil, but still needs care.

Immune system - Government reviewers have flagged this chemical as a human allergen with strong evidence, meaning it can trigger immune reactions. The U.S. EPA lists it as a human toxicant/allergen and the European chemicals authority notes allergy concerns, so it can affect a child's immune response.

Irritant - Regulatory evaluations report limited evidence of skin toxicity and allergic skin reactions. The European chemicals authority notes dermal allergy/toxicity, so this ingredient can cause redness, itching, or rashes—especially on sensitive baby skin.

Eczema - Because the ingredient is identified as an allergen and can cause skin reactions, it may trigger or make eczema and similar skin conditions worse in children. This is supported by the allergy/dermal findings from U.S. and European reviewers.

Confidence: HIGH

thymol

⚠️4/10

For children aged 2-5 (toddlers and preschoolers), thymol is generally low risk when used in products made for kids and at low concentrations. Some children may get skin irritation or an allergic reaction. Thymol can also help other ingredients get into the skin more easily, so products should be made and tested for children.

Organ Risk - European hazard labeling flags thymol as toxic or harmful to body systems in some tests, and industry reviews note non-reproductive organ toxicity at higher exposures. That means repeated or strong contact could hurt organs such as the liver, lungs, or kidneys.

Absorbed - A cosmetic safety review lists thymol as a skin penetration enhancer. This means it can help itself or other ingredients soak through skin and get into the bloodstream.

Banned - Some regulators restrict how thymol can be used or set concentration limits (for example in Japan), and certain product certification programs require proof before it is allowed. That shows it is limited or controlled in some places.

Environmental - European hazard codes identify possible harm to wildlife and the environment from thymol in some situations. This means it can be toxic to plants or animals if released into nature.

Irritant - Workplace guidance and hazard labeling note handling risks and limit allowed exposures, which indicates thymol can irritate skin, eyes, or breathing when people handle it without protection.

Confidence: HIGH

zinc stearate

✅2/10

For toddlers and preschoolers (2–5 years), this ingredient is usually low risk on the skin when used in small amounts and not as a loose powder.

Confidence: MEDIUM

acacia senegal gum

✅1/10

For toddlers and preschoolers (2–5 years), this natural gum is usually safe in skin products. Most children won’t have problems, but some people can get a skin allergy or breathing reaction.

Confidence: MEDIUM

silica

✅1/10

Silica is inert and used as an absorbent or anti-caking agent in topical products safe for 2-5 years skin

Confidence: HIGH

tricalcium phosphate

✅1/10

For preschoolers (2–5 years), tricalcium phosphate used on the skin is generally safe and low risk. It’s often added to creams, powders, and lotions as an absorbent or to keep products from clumping. Major health concerns like cancer or long-term harm are not expected at normal topical use.

No Known Risk - Government and expert reviews do not show clear hazards for tricalcium phosphate. A Canadian health agency classifies it as not expected to be toxic and a low human-health priority. U.S. regulatory notes say it can be allowed in some limited food uses (and list a few specific prohibitions), and a cosmetics review found only possible irritation with the evidence described as unassessed. Together this means there are no proven or elevated risks for typical topical use on children.

Confidence: HIGH

zea mays (corn) starch

✅1/10

Zea Mays Starch is corn starch used as an absorbent and thickener in baby products and is considered very safe for topical use

No Known Risk - Corn starch is widely used in baby powders and topical products, and current research does not show any significant health risks when used on intact skin. It is generally considered safe for topical use on babies, with no evidence linking it to irritation, hormone disruption, cancer, or other long-term health effects. However, care should be taken to avoid inhalation of powders, but for topical use, there are no known risks.

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

Common Questions About GOLD BOND MEDICATED EXTRA STRENGTH BODY POWDER

Preschooler-safe? GOLD BOND MEDICATED EXTRA STRENGTH BODY POWDER

GOLD BOND MEDICATED EXTRA STRENGTH BODY POWDER is not recommended for 2-5 year old children due to potentially harmful ingredients.

What ingredients should I watch out for?

We analyzed 11 ingredients in GOLD BOND MEDICATED EXTRA STRENGTH BODY POWDER. 2 concerning, 3 caution. Check the detailed analysis above for specific concerns.

Is this suitable for preschoolers to using baby powder?

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.

⚠️ Important Disclaimers

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.

No Guarantees: Results may be incomplete or inaccurate. Do not rely solely on this analysis.