Dr. Smith's QUICK RELIEF DIAPER OINTMENT 10% ZINC OXIDE

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

skin protectant & rash ointment

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Is this kid-friendly to use Dr. Smith's QUICK RELIEF DIAPER OINTMENT 10% ZINC OXIDE?

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USE WITH CAUTION

Danger Score: 4 (Lower is safer)

Quick Answer: Dr. Smith's QUICK RELIEF DIAPER OINTMENT 10% ZINC OXIDE contains 9 ingredients. 1 caution. Use with Caution ⚠️ Kids may have different tolerance levels.

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Ingredients Analysis (9 found)

thymol iodide

⚠️4/10

Thymol iodide is an antiseptic that can irritate skin and can release iodine that the body may absorb. For children over 5 years it is less risky than for newborns but not ideal for routine baby skincare.

Irritant - Supplier safety data sheets and clinical reports list skin and eye irritation from thymol iodide; topical iodine compounds commonly cause redness, burning, or contact dermatitis on sensitive infant skin.

Absorbed - Thymol iodide is an iodine-containing compound that can be absorbed through intact or broken infant skin and via inhalation of powders/sprays, allowing systemic uptake into the bloodstream.

Hormones - Topical iodine exposure can alter neonatal thyroid function; absorbed iodine can perturb natural hormone development in babies, particularly infants under 6 months whose thyroid regulation is vulnerable.

Confuse Hormones - Iodine-containing antiseptics can interfere with normal thyroid signaling (transient hypothyroidism or iodine-induced thyroid dysfunction), effectively acting as a disruptive input to the infant endocrine system.

Asthma - Safety data indicate respiratory irritation from dust or aerosols of thymol iodide; powder or spray use near infants could worsen breathing issues or provoke bronchial irritation in susceptible babies.

Eczema - Because thymol iodide is an irritant and can cause contact dermatitis, it may trigger or worsen eczema and similar inflammatory skin conditions in babies with sensitive skin.

Breast Milk - Topical iodine exposures in lactating individuals can raise iodine levels systemically and in breast milk; therefore maternal topical use could result in infant exposure via breastfeeding.

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

petrolatum

✅2/10

Safe for most school‑age kids when you pick a high‑purity, fully refined petroleum jelly and use it on healthy skin.

Confidence: MEDIUM

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

mineral oil

✅1/10

For children and school-age kids (5 years and up), mineral oil used on the skin is usually safe and is often used in lotions and moisturizers. Most kids tolerate it well.

Confidence: MEDIUM

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

olive oil

✅0/10

Olive oil is safe for topical use in children over 5 years old. It is a common moisturizing ingredient and likely present as Olea Europaea Fruit Oil in this product.

No Known Risk - Olea Europaea (Olive) Fruit Oil is widely used in baby skincare products and is generally recognized as safe for topical use. There is no strong evidence linking it to irritation, allergies, hormone disruption, or other health risks in babies. Rare cases of sensitivity may occur, but these are uncommon and not specific to infants. Therefore, no risk labels apply based on current research.

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 Dr. Smith's QUICK RELIEF DIAPER OINTMENT 10% ZINC OXIDE

Kid-approved? Dr. Smith's QUICK RELIEF DIAPER OINTMENT 10% ZINC OXIDE

Use caution with Dr. Smith's QUICK RELIEF DIAPER OINTMENT 10% ZINC OXIDE for 5+ year old children. Some ingredients may pose concerns.

What ingredients should I watch out for?

We analyzed 9 ingredients in Dr. Smith's QUICK RELIEF DIAPER OINTMENT 10% ZINC OXIDE. 1 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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