GOLD BOND COMFORT BODY POWDER FRESH CLEAN SCENT

baby powder • For 5+ year old children • Skin contact 🧴

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GOLD BOND COMFORT BODY POWDER FRESH CLEAN SCENT - Ingredients

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Is this kid-friendly to use GOLD BOND COMFORT BODY POWDER FRESH CLEAN SCENT?

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NO - AVOID

Danger Score: 10 (Lower is safer)

Quick Answer: GOLD BOND COMFORT BODY POWDER FRESH CLEAN SCENT contains 14 ingredients. 3 caution. Use with Caution ⚠️ Kids may have different tolerance levels.

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Ingredients Analysis (14 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

retinyl palmitate

⚠️5/10

Retinyl palmitate is a vitamin A derivative used for skin conditioning but may cause irritation and sensitivity in children use with caution

Irritant - Retinyl Palmitate can cause skin irritation, redness, and peeling, especially on sensitive baby skin.

Sun Burn - Retinyl Palmitate may increase skin sensitivity to sunlight, raising the risk of sunburn.

Absorbed - Retinyl Palmitate can be absorbed through the skin and enter the bloodstream.

Cancer - Some studies suggest that Retinyl Palmitate may speed up the development of skin tumors when exposed to sunlight, though evidence is mixed.

Confidence: HIGH

benzethonium chloride

⚠️4/10

For children 5 years and older (school-age kids and teens), this ingredient is generally low risk when used in products made for skin and used as directed. Some countries limit how it can be used, and lab and animal studies raise possible concerns only at higher exposures.

Banned - This ingredient faces formal limits in some countries. Health Canada and Japan impose restrictions or prohibitions for certain cosmetic uses, and an industry safety panel recommends safe concentration limits depending on where the product is applied. These regulatory actions mean some uses are limited by officials and safety reviewers.

Fertility - Animal studies on related quaternary ammonium compounds showed reduced fertility and reproductive effects in mice at moderate doses. These peer‑reviewed laboratory studies raise real concerns about effects on reproductive systems in mammals.

Hormones - Laboratory research has linked quaternary ammonium compounds like this one to interference with hormone‑related biology (for example, blocking steps in cholesterol and steroid production). That kind of interference is a form of endocrine disruption and can change how hormones work.

Immune system - Reviews and human exposure reports note limited but real evidence of immune and allergic reactions, including respiratory sensitivities, after exposure to quaternary ammonium compounds. That means some people may have allergy or immune responses to products containing this ingredient.

Asthma - There is limited human and review evidence that exposure to this class of disinfectant chemicals can affect the airways and worsen breathing issues. Health and toxicology reports flagged respiratory effects after exposure, so people with asthma or breathing problems may be more at risk.

Organ Risk - Some sources describe possible non‑reproductive organ toxic effects from exposure to quaternary ammonium compounds, while government reviews have given mixed findings. Because there is evidence pointing to potential organ toxicity in people and animals, repeated or high exposures could harm organs like the liver or lungs.

Confidence: MEDIUM

ascorbyl palmitate

✅2/10

For children 5 years and older (school-age kids), ascorbyl palmitate is usually low risk when used on the skin in regular amounts. It acts like a stable vitamin C and helps protect products from breaking down. However, source information shows it can cause harmful chemical changes in skin cells in lab tests when combined with sunlight, so we should be careful.

Confidence: MEDIUM

chamomilla recutita flower extract

✅2/10

For school-age kids (5 years and up), chamomile flower extract used on the skin is usually safe and is often included to calm or soothe skin. Most safety reviews find only low-level concerns overall.

No Known Risk - Major safety reviews find only low or unclear concerns. A cosmetic safety panel says this chamomile extract is generally safe in products when used with limits, and the European chemicals agency notes only limited evidence of skin allergy. A few small human studies and a review reported unclear (equivocal) findings for nerve or pregnancy effects, but the data are not strong. No health concern here is rated above low.

Confidence: HIGH

lavandula angustifolia extract

✅2/10

Lavender extract is generally safe for topical use in children over 5 years and is used for fragrance or soothing properties

Confidence: HIGH

rosmarinus officinalis leaf extract

✅2/10

For kids 5 years and older (children, school-age kids, older children, teens), rosemary leaf extract is usually safe when used on the skin in normal baby and kid products. The biggest issue is that some children can get a rash or irritation from it.

Confidence: HIGH

acacia farnesiana flower extract

✅1/10

For children 5 years and older (school-age kids), this plant extract is generally safe when used on the skin in normal cosmetic products. The available safety data shows low concern for cancer, allergies, and effects on growth or reproduction.

No Known Risk - Reviewed safety summaries for this topical plant extract do not show any health concerns above a low level. No hazards requiring a warning for children were identified in the available ingredient reviews, so no specific risk labels apply.

Confidence: HIGH

isopropyl myristate

✅1/10

For children 5 years and older, Isopropyl Myristate is generally safe when used on the skin. It works as a softening and smoothing agent and is considered low risk overall. Few people have reported allergic skin reactions, and one study showed it can help other ingredients get through the skin more easily.

Confidence: HIGH

silica

✅1/10

Silica is commonly used as an absorbent or anti-caking agent in topical products and is considered safe for skin use in children over 5 years

Confidence: HIGH

sodium bicarbonate

✅1/10

For children 5 years and older, baking soda is usually safe on the skin in small, diluted amounts. It's often used to balance pH or as a gentle additive in bath or cleansers. Most health reviews rate it as low concern when used properly.

No Known Risk - Government and industry safety reviews find no clear hazards for normal topical use. The U.S. FDA allows limited food uses; Environment Canada says it is not expected to be toxic or to build up in the body; an industry safety panel notes some data gaps and sets safe use limits but does not identify a health risk when used as intended. Based on these assessments, there are no known health risks for typical topical use.

Confidence: HIGH

tocopheryl acetate

✅1/10

Safe for most school-age kids when used in small amounts on healthy skin. A few children may get redness or a mild rash.

Confidence: MEDIUM

aloe barbadensis leaf extract

✅1/10

Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract is commonly used in baby care products for its soothing and moisturizing properties and is very safe for topical use in children over 5 years.

Confidence: HIGH

corn starch

✅0/10

Zea Mays Starch is corn starch commonly used as an absorbent in baby products and is very safe for topical use in children over 5 years

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

Common Questions About GOLD BOND COMFORT BODY POWDER FRESH CLEAN SCENT

Kid-approved? GOLD BOND COMFORT BODY POWDER FRESH CLEAN SCENT

GOLD BOND COMFORT BODY POWDER FRESH CLEAN SCENT is not recommended for 5+ year old children due to potentially harmful ingredients.

What ingredients should I watch out for?

We analyzed 14 ingredients in GOLD BOND COMFORT BODY POWDER FRESH CLEAN SCENT. 3 caution. Check the detailed analysis above for specific concerns.

When can kids start using baby powder?

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.

⚠️ 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.