Cetaphil Baby Wash & Shampoo

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

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Cetaphil Baby Wash & Shampoo - Ingredients

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Is this kid-friendly to use Cetaphil Baby Wash & Shampoo?

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Danger Score: 5 (Lower is safer)

Quick Answer: Cetaphil Baby Wash & Shampoo contains 37 ingredients. 2 caution. Use with Caution ⚠️ Kids may have different tolerance levels.

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Ingredients Analysis (37 found)

fragrance

⚠️5/10

Perfume is a common ingredient in baby products for scent but can cause irritation or allergies in sensitive children aged 5 and above. Use 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

heliotropine

⚠️4/10

Cannot confirm Heliotropine as a standard baby care ingredient may be a misreading or typo

Irritant - Piperonal can cause mild skin irritation in sensitive individuals, especially with repeated or prolonged topical exposure, which may be a concern for babies' delicate skin.

Confidence: LOW

cocamidopropyl betaine

✅3/10

For children 5 years and older, this ingredient is usually OK in shampoos and washes that are rinsed off. It helps make foam and clean without being very harsh for most kids. A small number of people can get skin irritation or allergic rashes, and regulators have raised concerns about possible contaminants from manufacturing.

Confidence: HIGH

dipropylene glycol

✅3/10

For kids aged 5 and up (school-age children and teens), dipropylene glycol in lotions or other skin products is usually low risk when used as directed. Most safety notes are small or rare, but there are warnings about possible manufacturing contaminants and rare irritation.

Confidence: HIGH

laureth-4

✅3/10

For school-age children (5 years and up), Laureth-4 is usually low risk when used in rinse-off products like shampoos or body washes. Some people can get redness or stinging, and safety reviews flag possible contamination with processing by-products.

Confidence: MEDIUM

propylene glycol

✅3/10

For kids aged 5 and up (school-age children and older), propylene glycol in normal skin products is usually low risk. It helps keep skin soft and dissolves other ingredients, but it can sometimes bother sensitive skin or eyes.

Confidence: HIGH

sodium laureth sulfate

✅3/10

For children aged 5 years and older this ingredient is usually safe in products that are washed off (like shampoos and body washes). Some kids may get skin or eye irritation.

Confidence: HIGH

citric acid

✅2/10

For children 5 years and older (school-age kids, tweens, teens), citric acid in everyday skincare like wipes, shampoos and lotions is usually safe when used at the low levels found in those products. It may sting if it gets in the eyes or is placed on sore or broken skin.

Confidence: HIGH

phenoxyethanol

✅2/10

For school-age children (ages 5 and up), phenoxyethanol is commonly used as a preservative and is usually low risk when products contain it at low concentrations (around 1% or less). The biggest concern is irritation — some kids may get redness, stinging, or eye irritation.

Confidence: HIGH

sodium benzoate

✅2/10

For school-age kids (5 years and up), sodium benzoate is usually safe in the small amounts used in lotions, wipes and creams. It helps stop bacteria and mold. Serious problems like cancer or widespread allergies are not expected, but some safety groups and countries set limits on how much can be used.

Confidence: HIGH

sodium hydroxide

✅2/10

For school-age children (5 years and older): when sodium hydroxide is in regular skin products it is usually at very low levels and is safe if the product is made for skin and has a skin-friendly pH. Sodium hydroxide itself is a strong chemical that can burn if concentrated.

Confidence: HIGH

aloe barbadensis leaf juice powder

✅1/10

For children 5 years and older (school-age kids, children, teens), this aloe powder used on the skin is generally safe and usually helps soothe and hydrate. The overall risk is low when used in regular creams, lotions or gels.

Confidence: MEDIUM

caprylyl glycol

✅1/10

For school-age children (5 years and older), caprylyl glycol is generally safe when used on the skin in normal products like lotions and wipes. It has a low reported risk for cancer, developmental harm, and most allergies, and regulators consider it unlikely to build up in the body or the environment.

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

carbomer

✅1/10

For school-age children (5 years and older) carbomer is usually safe when used on normal, unbroken skin. Most safety checks show low risk for cancer, allergies or effects on growth, but there are notes about possible impurities from manufacturing.

Confidence: MEDIUM

disodium cocoyl glutamate

✅1/10

For school-age children and teens (5 years and older) this is a mild cleanser ingredient with a low safety concern. Most kids tolerate it well when it is used in normal skin and hair products.

No Known Risk - A professional cosmetics review found this ingredient safe for use in personal care products when used in normal amounts. A European chemical agency noted only limited evidence of eye irritation, and overall expert reviews rate health concerns as low. Because experts consider the risks minor at typical use levels, there are no meaningful risks for children when the ingredient is used as intended.

Confidence: HIGH

disodium laureth sulfosuccinate

✅1/10

For children 5 years and older, this cleansing ingredient is generally low risk when used in rinsed-off products like shampoos and body washes. It’s a mild soap-like ingredient that most kids tolerate well.

Confidence: MEDIUM

glycerin

✅1/10

For children 5 years and older (kids, school-age children, teens), glycerin is usually safe when used in regular lotions, cleansers or wipes. It helps skin hold on to moisture and is not linked to major health risks.

Confidence: HIGH

glyceryl caprylate

✅1/10

For school-age children (5 years and older), Glyceryl Caprylate is usually safe in normal skin products. It’s a mild ingredient used to help mix oils and water and to condition skin.

Confidence: MEDIUM

glycine soja oil

✅1/10

Glycine soja soybean oil is a common emollient in baby care products and is generally safe for topical use in children over 5 years

No Known Risk - Soybean oil is widely used in topical products and is generally considered safe for baby skin. There is no strong evidence linking topical soybean oil to irritation, hormone disruption, or other health risks in babies based on current research.

Confidence: HIGH

glycol distearate

✅1/10

For children aged 5 years and older (school-age kids), Glycol Distearate in ordinary creams, lotions and cleansers is generally low risk. It helps products mix and look pleasant and is not linked to serious long-term harms in the available reviews. Regulators do note limited data in some areas and set recommended limits for how much can be used.

Confidence: HIGH

hexyldecanol

✅1/10

For kids 5 years and older (school-age children), hexyldecanol is generally low risk when used on the skin as directed. Most safety checks find little cause for concern, but a rare case shows it can cause a strong skin reaction in some people.

Confidence: HIGH

hexyldecyl laurate

✅1/10

Hexyldecyl Laurate is an emollient used in skincare considered safe for children over 5 years in topical products

Confidence: HIGH

isopropyl palmitate

✅1/10

For children 5 years and older, this ingredient is usually safe and is used to soften skin and help creams spread. Most authorities consider it low risk.

No Known Risk - Reviews and government assessments did not find health hazards above a low level for normal topical use. Safety panels note use limits and some data gaps, but regulators have called it low priority for human health, do not expect it to build up in the body or the environment, and allow limited food uses. Taken together, current evidence does not show any health risks above low for typical use.

Confidence: HIGH

panthenol

✅1/10

For children 5 and older (kids, school-age children): panthenol is generally safe when used on the skin in lotions, creams, shampoos and wipes. It helps hydrate and calm the skin and is considered low risk when used as directed.

No Known Risk - Health and regulatory reviews (including Canadian and U.S. assessments and industry safety panels) find panthenol has no reported hazards above a low level for topical use. It is not expected to harm organs, does not appear to build up in the body or the environment, and common concerns (cancer, allergies, reproductive effects) were rated low. There are some industry notes about safe use levels and a few data gaps, but no higher-level health risks were identified.

Confidence: HIGH

peg-120 methyl glucose dioleate

✅1/10

For children 5 years and older (kids, school-age children, teens) this ingredient is usually safe when used on the skin. The ingredient itself has low direct health concerns, but small amounts of harmful contaminants can be present if manufacturers don’t control how it’s made.

Confidence: MEDIUM

polyglyceryl-3 diisostearate

✅1/10

For kids aged 5 and up (school-age children, older kids and teens), this ingredient is usually safe to use on the skin. Most safety checks show very low concerns for cancer, allergies, or harm to growth. Irritation is possible but uncommon.

No Known Risk - Available safety reviews and screenings report only low-level concerns for cancer, allergies, reproductive effects, and use limits. A cosmetic ingredient review flagged possible skin/eye/lung irritation but said the evidence is unassessed. Taken together, current data show no clear health risk from normal topical use.

Confidence: HIGH

polyquaternium-10

✅1/10

For kids aged 5 and up (school-age children), polyquaternium-10 used at normal low levels in hair and skin products is usually safe. It helps hair feel smooth and rarely causes irritation in older children.

Confidence: MEDIUM

prunus amygdalus dulcis oil

✅1/10

Sweet almond oil is commonly used in baby skincare for its moisturizing properties and is generally very safe for children over 5 years old.

No Known Risk - Sweet Almond Oil is widely used in baby skincare products and is generally considered safe for topical use on babies. There is no strong evidence linking it to irritation, allergies, or other health risks in the general population, except in rare cases of nut allergies. For most babies, it does not pose any known health risks based on current research.

Confidence: HIGH

sodium chloride

✅1/10

For kids aged 5 and older (school-age children), sodium chloride is basically table salt and is usually safe in the small amounts used in skincare products like wipes, shampoos and lotions. It is low risk for long-term health problems.

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 citrate

✅1/10

For kids aged 5 years and older, sodium citrate is usually safe. It’s a gentle salt used to keep products at the right acidity and to help them stay stable. Serious harms are not expected and most safety reviews call it low concern.

No Known Risk - Reviewed safety information shows only low-level concerns. U.S. food regulators say it is allowed for some food uses, a cosmetic safety panel notes allowed limits and some data gaps but does not show hazards at normal use, and a national environment agency finds it unlikely to harm organs, build up in the body, or persist in the environment. Because no health concern was reported above low, there are no specific risks identified for typical topical use.

Confidence: HIGH

sorbitol

✅1/10

Sorbitol is generally safe for school-age children (5 years and older) when used on the skin. It’s often added to lotions and creams to help keep skin hydrated.

No Known Risk - Sorbitol is generally considered safe for topical use. U.S. food regulators have cleared it for limited use in foods, and Environment Canada has said it is not expected to be toxic, not persistent, and not likely to build up in the body or harm the environment. Industry safety reviewers note only routine limits on concentration or impurities. Taken together, these assessments show no clear health risks for typical topical use.

Confidence: HIGH

squalane

✅1/10

Squalane is a gentle skin moisturizer that is usually safe for children aged 5 and up. Most reviews show very low risk of cancer, allergy, or long-term harm. There is a small, cautious note from a scientific program about a weak possible effect on hormones, so we stay careful.

Confidence: MEDIUM

octyldodecanol

✅1/10

Octyldodecanol is a fatty alcohol used as an emollient and thickener in baby products. It is generally safe for topical use in children over 5 years.

Confidence: HIGH

calendula officinalis flower extract

✅1/10

Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract is commonly used in baby skincare for soothing and anti inflammatory properties and is safe for topical use in 5 plus years babies.

Confidence: HIGH

helianthus annuus seed oil

✅0/10

Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil is sunflower seed oil commonly used in baby products for moisturizing and is very safe for 5 plus years babies

No Known Risk - Sunflower seed oil 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, or other health risks in babies when used on intact skin. It is not associated with hormone disruption, cancer, or other long-term health effects according to current research.

Confidence: HIGH

tocopherol

✅0/10

For children 5 years and older, tocopherol (vitamin E) used on the skin is generally safe. Most kids tolerate it well. A few people can get skin irritation or an allergy, but that is uncommon.

Confidence: HIGH

water

✅0/10

For kids aged 5 and up (school-age children, children, older kids), water used on the skin is very safe. It’s the basic ingredient in cleansers, lotions and wipes and carries very low health concern when clean and used in normal products.

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 Cetaphil Baby Wash & Shampoo

Kid-approved? Cetaphil Baby Wash & Shampoo

Use caution with Cetaphil Baby Wash & Shampoo for 5+ year old children. Some ingredients may pose concerns.

What ingredients should I watch out for?

We analyzed 37 ingredients in Cetaphil Baby Wash & Shampoo. 2 caution. Check the detailed analysis above for specific concerns.

When can kids start using shampoo & bodywash & conditioner?

The appropriate age depends on the specific ingredients. This analysis is for 5+ year old children. Use the age selector above to check other ages.

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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.

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