Dermocrem® (Zinc Oxide Cream) Skin Protectant

skin protectant & rash ointment • For 5+ year old children • Skin contact 🧴

skin protectant & rash ointment

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Dermocrem® (Zinc Oxide Cream) Skin Protectant - Ingredients

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Is this kid-friendly to use Dermocrem® (Zinc Oxide Cream) Skin Protectant?

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NO - AVOID

Danger Score: 11 (Lower is safer)

Quick Answer: Dermocrem® (Zinc Oxide Cream) Skin Protectant contains 17 ingredients. 1 concerning, 2 caution. Concerning - Has Problematic Ingredients ⚠️ Kids may have different tolerance levels.

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Ingredients Analysis (17 found)

butylated hydroxyanisole

🚨6/10

Butylated hydroxyanisole is a synthetic antioxidant with potential allergenicity and possible carcinogenicity not recommended for childrens skin products

Cancer - Butylated Hydroxyanisole (BHA) is classified as 'reasonably anticipated to be a human carcinogen' by the US National Toxicology Program based on animal studies showing increased cancer risk with long-term exposure.

Irritant - BHA can cause skin irritation, particularly on sensitive or damaged skin, which is a concern for babies.

Hormones - Some studies suggest BHA may have endocrine-disrupting properties, potentially interfering with hormone function.

Absorbed - BHA can be absorbed through the skin, raising concerns about systemic exposure in babies.

Banned - BHA is banned or restricted in cosmetic products in some countries, such as the European Union, due to safety concerns.

Builds Up - BHA is a persistent compound that can accumulate in the body with repeated exposure.

Long-Term Risk - Long-term exposure to BHA has been linked to health risks, including cancer and organ toxicity, in animal studies.

Confidence: HIGH

benzyl benzoate

⚠️5/10

For children 5 years and older this ingredient is moderately safe but can cause skin allergies. It is safer than for babies and toddlers, but some kids may get a rash or irritation.

Immune system - This chemical is listed by the EU Cosmetics Directive and by the International Fragrance Association as a known human allergen. That means it can trigger immune reactions in people who touch it, so a child could have an allergic response to a product that has this ingredient.

Irritant - Because regulators require special labeling for allergens, and industry guidance shows strong evidence of allergic responses, this ingredient can cause skin irritation such as redness and itching when used on skin.

Eczema - Regulatory and industry sources identify this ingredient as a skin allergen. That same allergen activity can trigger or make eczema and contact dermatitis worse in sensitive children.

Organ Risk - Workplace safety listings under EU GHS set limits and note that exposures must be kept low. Those restrictions exist because higher or repeated exposures raise concerns about harm from this chemical, so workplace rules show potential organ-related risk with greater exposure.

Confidence: HIGH

lavender fragrance

⚠️4/10

Cannot confirm if lavender fragrance is a defined ingredient may be a misreading or typo fragrance blends can vary in safety

Irritant - Lavender fragrance can cause skin irritation, especially in babies with sensitive skin, due to its essential oil components.

Hormones - Some studies suggest lavender oil may have hormone-disrupting effects, such as acting as a weak estrogen mimic, which is a concern for developing children.

Confuse Hormones - Lavender fragrance contains compounds that may act as endocrine disruptors, potentially confusing natural hormone signals in babies.

Confidence: LOW

benzyl cinnamate

✅3/10

For children 5 years and older, benzyl cinnamate is usually low risk for general use but can cause allergic skin reactions in some kids. School-age children, elementary-age kids, and preteens may tolerate it, but watch for sensitivity.

Confidence: MEDIUM

linalyl acetate

✅3/10

Linalyl acetate is a fragrance chemical. For school-age children (5+, kids, children, young children), it is usually low risk for serious harm but can cause skin allergies in some people, especially after it reacts with air.

Confidence: HIGH

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

benzyl alcohol

✅2/10

Safety information not properly formatted for easy understanding

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

paraffin wax

✅2/10

Paraffin wax is generally safe for topical use in children over 5 years often used as a moisturizer or occlusive agent

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

beeswax

✅1/10

Safe for most young children (5+ years) when used on the skin. It helps lock in moisture and protect the skin.

Confidence: HIGH

lanolin

✅1/10

Lanolin is generally safe for children over 5 years old in topical use and is used as a moisturizer and skin protectant

Confidence: HIGH

liquid paraffin

✅1/10

Liquid paraffin is a common emollient in baby care products and is considered safe for topical use in children over 5 years

Confidence: HIGH

sorbitan sesquioleate

✅1/10

For school-age children (ages 5 and up) this ingredient is generally low risk. It’s used to help water and oil mix in lotions and wipes and safety reviews find it unlikely to cause serious health problems.

No Known Risk - Current safety reviews and a government health assessment find no health hazards from normal topical use and classify it as low priority for human health. An industry safety review notes some data gaps and recommends limits on how it is used, but no concerns above low were identified.

Confidence: HIGH

zinc oxide

✅1/10

Zinc oxide is very safe for topical use on children 5 years and older, it protects skin and acts as a sunscreen ingredient with low risk of harm

Confidence: HIGH

microcrystalline wax

✅0/10

For children 5 years and older (school-age kids), microcrystalline wax is generally safe to use on the skin in normal cosmetic amounts. It acts as a thickener or moisturizing base and is not linked to strong evidence of cancer, allergy, or reproductive harm.

Confidence: HIGH

purified 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 Dermocrem® (Zinc Oxide Cream) Skin Protectant

Kid-approved? Dermocrem® (Zinc Oxide Cream) Skin Protectant

Dermocrem® (Zinc Oxide Cream) Skin Protectant is not recommended for 5+ year old children due to potentially harmful ingredients.

What ingredients should I watch out for?

We analyzed 17 ingredients in Dermocrem® (Zinc Oxide Cream) Skin Protectant. 1 concerning, 2 caution. Check the detailed analysis above for specific concerns.

When can kids start using skin protectant & rash ointment?

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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