SheaMoisture BABY NIGHTTIME PRE-WASH DETANGLER

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

shampoo & bodywash & conditioner

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SheaMoisture BABY NIGHTTIME PRE-WASH DETANGLER - Ingredients

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Is this kid-friendly to use SheaMoisture BABY NIGHTTIME PRE-WASH DETANGLER?

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Danger Score: 5 (Lower is safer)

Quick Answer: SheaMoisture BABY NIGHTTIME PRE-WASH DETANGLER contains 15 ingredients. 1 caution. Use with Caution ⚠️ Kids may have different tolerance levels.

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Ingredients Analysis (15 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

behentrimonium chloride

✅3/10

For children (age 5 and up), behentrimonium chloride is usually safe when used in rinse-off hair products like conditioners. The chance of mild skin irritation is low, but some people can develop allergies or breathing problems.

Confidence: MEDIUM

peg-150 distearate

✅2/10

For school-age kids (5 years and older) this ingredient is usually low risk when used on the skin. It’s an ingredient that helps water and oil mix in creams and lotions. The main worry is not the ingredient itself but possible tiny amounts of unwanted impurities from how it’s made.

Confidence: MEDIUM

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

butyrospermum parkii butter

✅1/10

Butyrospermum Parkii Shea Butter is a natural moisturizer commonly used in baby products. It is very safe for topical use on children 5 years and older.

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

caprylic/capric triglyceride

✅1/10

For children aged 5 years and up (school-age children, kids, young children): this is a gentle moisturizing oil used in many lotions and wipes. Most children tolerate it well and it is considered low-risk for skin reactions.

Confidence: HIGH

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

cetearyl alcohol

✅1/10

Cetearyl alcohol is a common ingredient in lotions and creams and is usually safe for children aged 5, older kids, and teens. Most experts say it is low risk when used on the skin.

Confidence: HIGH

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

guar hydroxypropyltrimonium chloride

✅1/10

For school-age children (5 years and older), this ingredient is generally safe in shampoos, conditioners and wash-off body products. It is a conditioning agent that helps hair feel smoother and is used at low levels in products.

Confidence: HIGH

honey

✅1/10

For children aged 5 and older (school-aged kids and teens), putting honey on the skin is usually safe. It can help moisturize or soothe dry patches. Overall safety is low-risk, but a few people can have allergic reactions.

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

olea europaea fruit oil

✅0/10

Organic olive oil is safe for topical use in children over 5 years often 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

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 SheaMoisture BABY NIGHTTIME PRE-WASH DETANGLER

Kid-approved? SheaMoisture BABY NIGHTTIME PRE-WASH DETANGLER

Use caution with SheaMoisture BABY NIGHTTIME PRE-WASH DETANGLER for 5+ year old children. Some ingredients may pose concerns.

What ingredients should I watch out for?

We analyzed 15 ingredients in SheaMoisture BABY NIGHTTIME PRE-WASH DETANGLER. 1 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.

No Guarantees: Results may be incomplete or inaccurate. Do not rely solely on this analysis.