SheaMoisture BABY NIGHTTIME SHAMPOO & BATH MILK

shampoo & bodywash & conditioner • For 2-5 year old children • Skin contact 🧴

shampoo & bodywash & conditioner

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Safe for preschoolers to use SheaMoisture BABY NIGHTTIME SHAMPOO & BATH MILK?

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Danger Score: 5 (Lower is safer)
Quick Answer: SheaMoisture BABY NIGHTTIME SHAMPOO & BATH MILK contains 21 ingredients. 3 caution. Use with Caution ⚠️ Consider preschooler activity levels.

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Ingredients Analysis (21 found)

fragrance
⚠️5/10
Perfume in baby products can cause skin irritation or allergies in 2-5 year olds. It is likely included for fragrance but should be used with caution.
Irritant - Fragrance mixtures often contain chemicals that can cause skin irritation, redness, or rashes, especially on sensitive baby skin.
Eczema - Fragrances are known triggers for eczema flare-ups and can worsen symptoms in babies with sensitive or atopic skin.
Asthma - Fragrance chemicals can release volatile organic compounds (VOCs) that may worsen asthma or breathing issues in babies and children.
Hormones - Some fragrance ingredients, such as certain phthalates, are suspected endocrine disruptors that may interfere with hormone development.
Absorbed - Certain fragrance chemicals can be absorbed through the skin and detected in the bloodstream, raising concerns for systemic exposure.
Breast Milk - Some fragrance components, including phthalates, have been detected in breast milk, indicating they can pass from mother to baby.
Banned - Some fragrance ingredients are banned or restricted in the EU and other countries due to health concerns.
Builds Up - Certain fragrance chemicals, such as some phthalates and musks, can accumulate in the body over time with repeated exposure.
Long-Term Risk - Long-term exposure to some fragrance chemicals has been linked to chronic health effects, including hormone disruption and allergic diseases.
Confidence: HIGH
cocamidopropyl betaine
⚠️4/10
For 2–5 year olds (preschool children), this ingredient is usually okay when it’s in products you rinse off, like kids’ shampoos and body washes. A small number of children can get skin irritation or an allergic reaction.
Immune system - Cosmetic safety reviews (Cosmetic Ingredient Review and draft safety reports) report limited evidence that cocamidopropyl betaine can sensitize skin or trigger allergic reactions. That means it can affect the immune system in some people, especially those with sensitive skin.
Irritant - Industry safety assessments note limited evidence of skin sensitization and explicitly warn the ingredient may be unsafe in products left on the skin (not rinsed off). This shows it can cause redness, itching, or irritation for some users.
Eczema - Safety panels and reports observed cases of sensitization and recommend limits on use and product types. Because it can provoke skin reactions, it may trigger or worsen eczema in sensitive children.
Cancer - Regulatory and industry reviews flag contamination concerns for this ingredient, including nitrosamines and related amines. Nitrosamines are known to be carcinogenic, so impurity risks raise a cancer concern unless impurities are controlled as industry reviewers recommend.
Banned - Expert panels and tentative regulatory reports recommend use, concentration, and manufacturing restrictions for this ingredient and note it is unsafe in some product types (leave-on). While not universally banned, it is subject to regulatory or industry limits in some contexts.
Environmental - A national environmental agency (Environment Canada) flagged this ingredient as a suspected environmental toxin, indicating possible harm to ecosystems if released into the environment.
Confidence: HIGH
n-methyl taurine
⚠️4/10
Cannot understand what n-methyl taurine is it might be a misreading or a typo no clear safety data available
Confidence: HIGH
phenoxyethanol
✅3/10
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.
Confidence: HIGH
peg-150 distearate
✅2/10
For preschoolers and young children (2–5 years): this ingredient is usually low risk for skin irritation when used normally, but there are concerns about possible contamination during manufacturing that can raise risk if not properly controlled.
Confidence: MEDIUM
sodium benzoate
✅2/10
For children ages 2-5 (toddlers, preschoolers), sodium benzoate is usually safe in small amounts when it's in products made for kids. Big safety reviewers and government agencies generally see low risk at the low levels used in lotions and wipes, but there are rules that limit how much can be used.
Confidence: HIGH
butyrospermum parkii (shea) butter
✅1/10
Shea butter is widely used in baby products for moisturizing and is considered very safe for 2-5 years topical use
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
capric acid
✅1/10
Capric acid is a mild skin-conditioning fatty acid. For children aged 2–5 years (toddlers and preschoolers), it is generally safe to use on the skin in normal products at usual amounts.
Confidence: HIGH
caprylic acid
✅1/10
For toddlers and preschoolers (age 2-5), caprylic acid is generally low risk in skin products. It is not thought to cause cancer or harm development, but a small number of children can get mild skin or eye irritation.
Confidence: HIGH
caprylyl glycol
✅1/10
For children ages 2–5 (toddlers and preschoolers), this ingredient is generally safe on the skin when it’s in everyday products like baby lotions, wipes, and creams. It helps keep skin moist and helps products stay free of unwanted germs. Most children won’t have a problem with it.
No Known Risk - Government and industry safety reviews found no clear health hazards for skin use. Tests say it is not likely to build up in the body, not persistent in the environment, and not harmful to organs. Industry reviewers do note limits on how much can be used and some data gaps, but overall the ingredient is rated low concern for topical use.
Confidence: HIGH
glycol distearate
✅1/10
For toddlers and preschoolers (ages 2-5), Glycol Distearate is usually safe when used in normal amounts in skin and hair products. It softens skin and gives products a pearly look. Major reviews find low concern for cancer, allergies, or effects on growth.
Confidence: HIGH
honey
✅1/10
For children 2-5 years (toddlers, preschoolers), using honey on the skin is usually safe and often helps soothe and moisturize. The biggest risks are skin allergy or sensitivity, which are uncommon but possible.
Confidence: HIGH
lauric acid
✅1/10
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.
No Known Risk - Government and industry reviews find lauric acid to be generally safe when used on skin or in food. The U.S. FDA lists it for limited food use, the U.S. EPA does not consider it likely to cause cancer, and Environment Canada rates it as a low human-health priority and not likely to build up in the body or persist in the environment. An industry safety panel notes some data gaps and recommends limits on concentration, but no clear health hazards above background levels were identified.
Confidence: HIGH
olea europaea (olive) fruit oil
✅1/10
Organic olive oil is generally safe for topical use in 2-5 years babies and is used as a moisturizer or emollient
No Known Risk - Olive oil is generally considered safe for topical use on baby skin, with no strong evidence linking it to irritation, eczema, or other health risks in most infants. While some studies suggest it may worsen eczema in predisposed babies, this is not consistent or proven for the general population. There are no known links to hormone disruption, cancer, organ risk, or other listed risks based on current research.
Confidence: HIGH
polyquaternium-10
✅1/10
Polyquaternium-10 is generally safe for toddlers and preschoolers (ages 2–5) when used as part of normal skin and hair products. It rarely irritates and is commonly used to make hair soft and skin feel smooth.
Confidence: HIGH
sodium chloride
✅1/10
For kids aged 2–5 (toddlers and preschoolers), sodium chloride (table salt) used on the skin in normal product amounts is very low risk. It is commonly used to make solutions gentle and to adjust product thickness, and health authorities consider it safe for limited use.
No Known Risk - Regulatory reviews flag no meaningful health hazards for topical use. Food and health authorities list it as safe for limited use, and environmental assessments find it unlikely to harm organs, build up in the body, or damage wildlife. Overall expert sources rate concerns as low across cancer, allergies, development, and use restrictions.
Confidence: HIGH
sodium methyl lauroyl taurate
✅1/10
This is a mild cleansing ingredient commonly used in shampoos and wash-off cleansers. For children aged 2–5 (toddlers and preschoolers) it is generally safe and low risk when used in rinse-off products. It can cause mild irritation in some children, especially near the eyes or on broken or very sensitive skin.
No Known Risk - A cosmetics safety review found this ingredient safe for topical use when it is used at the right amounts and formulated to avoid irritation. Reviews did not find any higher-than-low concerns for cancer, hormone effects, or reproductive/developmental harm. Minor irritation potential has been noted in some assessments, but overall no clear health risks were identified when the ingredient is properly formulated.
Confidence: HIGH
prunus amygdalus dulcis (sweet almond) oil
✅1/10
Sweet almond oil is commonly used in baby skincare for its moisturizing properties and is generally very safe for topical use in 2-5 year olds with low allergenic risk.
Confidence: HIGH
sodium isethionate
✅0/10
For toddlers and preschoolers (2–5 years), Sodium Isethionate is a mild cleaning ingredient that is low risk when used in normal rinse-off products like shampoos and body washes. It is not believed to cause cancer, long-term harm, or build up in the environment.
No Known Risk - Expert reviews and regulatory assessments find no meaningful health hazards for sodium isethionate when used on the skin. A Canadian assessment concluded it is not expected to cause organ harm, is not persistent or likely to build up in the environment, and is not an environmental toxin. A cosmetic safety panel found it safe for use in cosmetics when used within concentration limits. Mild skin or eye irritation has been noted but the overall evidence points to low concern, so no specific health risks are identified for typical topical use.
Confidence: HIGH
sodium lauroyl isethionate
✅0/10
For toddlers and preschoolers (age 2–5), this is a very mild cleansing ingredient and is generally safe in rinse-off products like shampoos and body washes.
No Known Risk - Safety reviews by cosmetic and environmental authorities found no health concerns above a low level for normal topical use. A cosmetic safety panel said it is safe in products with some concentration limits, and a Canadian environmental review found no organ harm, no persistence, and no buildup in the body. A small note about possible mild skin or eye irritation exists but was not rated above low. Because no hazards were flagged above low, there are no known real risks for children from typical use.
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 SheaMoisture BABY NIGHTTIME SHAMPOO & BATH MILK

Preschooler-safe? SheaMoisture BABY NIGHTTIME SHAMPOO & BATH MILK

Use caution with SheaMoisture BABY NIGHTTIME SHAMPOO & BATH MILK for 2-5 year old children. Some ingredients may pose concerns.

What ingredients should I watch out for?

We analyzed 21 ingredients in SheaMoisture BABY NIGHTTIME SHAMPOO & BATH MILK. 3 caution. Check the detailed analysis above for specific concerns.

Is this suitable for preschoolers to using shampoo & bodywash & conditioner?

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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