GOLD BOND ORIGINAL STRENGTH BODY POWDER

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

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GOLD BOND ORIGINAL STRENGTH BODY POWDER - Ingredients

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Is this kid-friendly to use GOLD BOND ORIGINAL STRENGTH BODY POWDER?

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NO - AVOID

Danger Score: 12 (Lower is safer)

Quick Answer: GOLD BOND ORIGINAL STRENGTH BODY POWDER contains 11 ingredients. 2 concerning, 1 caution. Concerning - Has Problematic Ingredients ⚠️ Kids may have different tolerance levels.

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Ingredients Analysis (11 found)

methyl salicylate

🚨6/10

For children 5 years and older, methyl salicylate (a common ingredient in topical pain rubs) is moderately risky. Many kids can use products that contain it safely when those products are made for children and used exactly as the label says. However some children can have allergic reactions and there are official limits and warnings from health authorities.

Immune system - This ingredient is listed as a known human allergen, so it can cause allergic reactions and immune responses in people who touch it. That classification comes from the EU cosmetics safety rules.

Irritant - Industry safety reviews say it must be used only in ways that avoid causing skin irritation. That shows it can make skin red, sore, or inflamed if not formulated carefully (Cosmetic Ingredient Review findings).

Eczema - Because it is a known human allergen, it can trigger or make eczema and similar rashes worse for sensitive children and adults (noted in the EU cosmetics safety listing).

Banned - Use of this ingredient is restricted in at least one country and subject to concentration or use limits, so some places limit or forbid it in cosmetics (Health Canada restrictions and industry safety panels note limits).

Fertility - Animal assessments have shown developmental or reproductive effects at moderate doses, so there is a possible risk to reproduction or development seen in animal studies (based on an ECHA assessment).

Confidence: HIGH

salicylic acid

🚨6/10

For school-age children (5 years and up), salicylic acid can work for pimples and some wart products but can irritate skin and is absorbed more easily in kids. Many countries set limits on how it can be used, so follow product labels and doctor advice.

Hormones - A national endocrine-watch list identifies salicylic acid as a possible human endocrine disruptor. That means it may interfere with normal hormone signals during development or growth.

Confuse Hormones - Safety assessments note possible endocrine disruption for this chemical, so it can act like a fake hormone or change how natural hormones work in the body.

Irritant - Safety reviews and studies report limited evidence of skin irritation and even eye irritation in animals. Cosmetic safety panels and peer-reviewed work flag possible skin, eye or lung irritation.

Absorbed - Ingredient summaries call out enhanced skin absorption for this topical chemical, meaning it can get through the skin and enter the body when used on skin.

Banned - Government safety rules restrict or limit this ingredient in cosmetics in multiple places. Regulatory lists and national cosmetic authorities in several regions set use or concentration limits.

Long-Term Risk - Reviews note multiple, additive exposure sources (including limited use in food), so repeated exposures from different places could add up over time and raise long-term health concerns.

Confidence: HIGH

thymol

⚠️4/10

For school-age children (5+ years) thymol is generally low risk when used in low-strength skin products made for topical use. The biggest issues are skin irritation or allergic reactions and that it can help other ingredients get through the skin more easily.

Organ Risk - European hazard labeling flags thymol as toxic or harmful to body systems in some tests, and industry reviews note non-reproductive organ toxicity at higher exposures. That means repeated or strong contact could hurt organs such as the liver, lungs, or kidneys.

Absorbed - A cosmetic safety review lists thymol as a skin penetration enhancer. This means it can help itself or other ingredients soak through skin and get into the bloodstream.

Banned - Some regulators restrict how thymol can be used or set concentration limits (for example in Japan), and certain product certification programs require proof before it is allowed. That shows it is limited or controlled in some places.

Environmental - European hazard codes identify possible harm to wildlife and the environment from thymol in some situations. This means it can be toxic to plants or animals if released into nature.

Irritant - Workplace guidance and hazard labeling note handling risks and limit allowed exposures, which indicates thymol can irritate skin, eyes, or breathing when people handle it without protection.

Confidence: HIGH

Menthol

✅3/10

For school-age children (5 years and older), menthol in low-strength creams or balms is usually okay but can irritate the skin or cause allergic reactions in some kids.

Confidence: HIGH

eucalyptol

✅3/10

For school-age children (5 years and up), eucalyptol in skin products is usually low risk but can cause skin allergy or irritation in some kids. Most children will not have a problem, but reactions do happen.

Confidence: HIGH

zinc stearate

✅2/10

For school-age kids (5+ years), this ingredient is low risk on the skin when used in creams, lotions, or pressed products. The biggest concern is breathing in fine powder.

Confidence: MEDIUM

acacia senegal gum

✅1/10

For school‑age children (5 years and older) this ingredient is generally low risk. It’s a natural gum used to thicken or stabilize lotions and creams. The main issue is that some people can get a skin or breathing allergy to it.

Confidence: MEDIUM

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

tricalcium phosphate

✅1/10

For kids 5 years and older (school-age children), this ingredient is generally safe in skin products. Most safety reviews find little or no long-term health worry. The main thing to watch for is mild irritation, not more serious problems.

No Known Risk - Government and expert reviews do not show clear hazards for tricalcium phosphate. A Canadian health agency classifies it as not expected to be toxic and a low human-health priority. U.S. regulatory notes say it can be allowed in some limited food uses (and list a few specific prohibitions), and a cosmetics review found only possible irritation with the evidence described as unassessed. Together this means there are no proven or elevated risks for typical topical use on children.

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

zea mays (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 ORIGINAL STRENGTH BODY POWDER

Kid-approved? GOLD BOND ORIGINAL STRENGTH BODY POWDER

GOLD BOND ORIGINAL STRENGTH BODY POWDER is not recommended for 5+ year old children due to potentially harmful ingredients.

What ingredients should I watch out for?

We analyzed 11 ingredients in GOLD BOND ORIGINAL STRENGTH BODY POWDER. 2 concerning, 1 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.