Vitamin A&D Cream

For children ages 2–5 (toddlers and preschoolers), DMDM Hydantoin can cause skin irritation or allergic reactions. It can also release tiny amounts of formaldehyde, which is why some experts recommend limits on how it’s used.

For children aged 2–5 years, propylparaben is not the safest choice. It can sometimes cause skin reactions and some authorities and studies raise concerns about hormone-like effects. Overall risk for this age group is lower than for babies, but it's still best to be cautious.

For toddlers and preschoolers (ages 2-5), this ingredient can irritate skin and can cause allergic reactions in some people. There is also a manufacturing contamination concern (nitrosamines). Overall, it’s a moderate concern for this age group.

Methylparaben is a preservative used to stop germs from growing in creams and shampoos. For children aged 2–5 years, it’s generally low to moderately risky. There are some signs it can cause rashes in sensitive kids and some scientific and regulatory reports raise questions about small hormone-like effects. Overall, it’s usually allowed at low amounts, but using extra caution with young children is sensible.

For toddlers and preschoolers (about 2–5 years old), vitamin D3 applied to the skin in typical child-care products is generally low risk. Because some governments limit or restrict vitamin D3 in cosmetics, pick products made for children and follow label directions.

For toddlers and preschoolers (ages 2–5), Polysorbate 20 is usually safe on the skin in common products. Most children will not have problems, but a small number with very sensitive skin may get irritation. The biggest concern is tiny amounts of unwanted contaminants that can come from how the ingredient is made.

Vitamin A as retinyl palmitate is commonly used in baby lotions for skin health. Topical use in 2-5 year olds is generally safe but excessive use may cause mild irritation or sensitivity.

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.

For toddlers and preschoolers (ages 2–5), glyceryl stearate is low risk. It’s commonly used in creams and lotions to make them smooth and stable and is generally well tolerated by young children.

For children aged 2-5 (toddlers and preschoolers), mineral oil used occasionally on normal skin is generally low risk. It works as a moisturizer and skin protectant.

For toddlers and preschoolers (2-5 years), stearic acid is generally safe on the skin when used in normal baby or children’s creams and wipes. It has low concerns for cancer, allergies, or developmental effects according to regulatory reviews.

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 toddlers and preschoolers (age 2–5), this ingredient is generally very low risk when it is used in normal baby or kids’ products at the small amounts typically used.