baby Jergens All-Purpose Ointment

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

skin protectant & rash ointment

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Ingredient List

baby Jergens All-Purpose Ointment - Ingredients

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Is this kid-friendly to use baby Jergens All-Purpose Ointment?

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YES - Generally Safe

Danger Score: 1 (Lower is safer)

Quick Answer: baby Jergens All-Purpose Ointment contains 8 ingredients. 8 safe. No Bad Ingredients Found ✅ Kids may have different tolerance levels.

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Ingredients Analysis (8 found)

castor seed oil

✅1/10

Ricinus Communis Seed Oil is castor oil commonly used as an emollient in baby care products and is considered safe for topical use in children over 5 years

Confidence: HIGH

hydrogenated castor oil

✅1/10

For school-age children (5 years and older) this ingredient is usually safe when put on normal, unbroken skin. Most health reviews find low concern for long-term harm, but a few people have had allergic skin reactions.

Confidence: HIGH

paraffin

✅1/10

For children 5 years and older, paraffin (a petroleum wax) is usually safe to use on the skin in creams and ointments. It helps soften and protect dry skin and is commonly found in many over‑the‑counter moisturizers.

Confidence: MEDIUM

soybean 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

synthetic beeswax

✅1/10

For children aged 5 years and older (school-age children and teens), synthetic beeswax used on the skin is generally low risk when used in normal amounts. The main concern is not the ingredient itself but possible impurities from how it is made.

Confidence: HIGH

coconut oil

✅0/10

Coconut oil is widely used in baby care for moisturizing and is safe for topical use in children over 5 years

No Known Risk - Coconut oil is widely used topically for babies and is generally considered safe. There is no strong evidence linking it to irritation, allergies, hormone disruption, cancer, or other health risks when used on healthy baby skin. Rare allergic reactions are possible, but not common enough to warrant a risk label based on current research.

Confidence: HIGH

shea butter

✅0/10

Shea butter is widely used in baby products for moisturizing and is considered very safe for topical use in children over 5 years

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

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

Common Questions About baby Jergens All-Purpose Ointment

Kid-approved? baby Jergens All-Purpose Ointment

Yes, baby Jergens All-Purpose Ointment is generally considered safe for 5+ year old children based on ingredient analysis.

What ingredients should I watch out for?

We analyzed 8 ingredients in baby Jergens All-Purpose Ointment. 8 safe. 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.

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