ABC Derm Cold-Cream

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Can older babies use ABC Derm Cold-Cream?

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USE WITH CAUTION

Danger Score: 5 (Lower is safer)

Quick Answer: ABC Derm Cold-Cream contains 19 ingredients. 4 caution. Use with Caution ⚠️ Monitor for any reactions in older babies.

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Ingredients Analysis (19 found)

⚠️5/10

Not evaluated

Confidence: LOW

FRAGRANCE (PARFUM)

⚠️5/10

Perfume can cause skin irritation or allergic reactions in babies 6-12 months. It is used to provide fragrance in baby care products but should be used with caution.

Confidence: HIGH

SODIUM HYDROXIDE

⚠️4/10

For infants 6–12 months (older babies and crawlers), sodium hydroxide in tiny, well-formulated amounts used only to adjust product pH is usually low risk. It is dangerous if present in concentrated form or if a product is not made to avoid irritation.

Banned - This ingredient is restricted for use in cosmetics in some regions. The EU cosmetics rules list limits on its use, and industry safety reviewers say it can only be used safely at certain low concentrations or when specially handled.

Organ Risk - Authorities have flagged possible harm to organs with repeated or high exposures. A national health agency classified it as expected to be toxic or harmful and gave it a medium human-health priority, and a U.S. assessment found toxic effects in animal studies. There is also limited evidence of breathing-related toxicity noted by a medical literature source.

Asthma - There is limited evidence that breathing in this chemical can hurt the lungs or airways. Medical literature notes possible respiratory toxicity, so it could make breathing problems worse if a child is exposed to vapor or mist.

Confidence: HIGH

2-HEXANEDIOL

⚠️4/10

Cannot confirm 2-hexanediol as a standard baby care ingredient may be a misreading or typo

Confidence: LOW

ACRYLATES/C10-30 ALKYL ACRYLATE CROSSPOLYMER

✅3/10

For babies 6–12 months this ingredient is usually low risk. It’s used to thicken lotions and creams. Most of the time it’s safe on baby skin, but there are notes about possible contamination and limited data, so some care is smart.

Confidence: MEDIUM

CERA ALBA/BEESWAX/CIRE D'ABEILLE

✅2/10

Natural wax emollient and thickener forming a skin barrier. Used in wipes and lotions to stabilize and moisturize. Generally safe. Rare contact allergy, possible propolis contamination.

Confidence: HIGH

PARAFFINUM LIQUIDUM/MINERAL OIL/HUILE MINERALE

✅2/10

For babies (infants) 6-12 months old, mineral oil is usually considered low risk when put on normal, unbroken skin and used sparingly. It can help keep skin soft and prevent dryness.

Confidence: MEDIUM

TOCOPHEROL

✅2/10

For babies 6–12 months (infants, baby, toddler): tocopherol (vitamin E) is usually safe in small amounts found in baby lotions and wipes. Most babies tolerate it fine, but a few can get a rash or irritation.

Confidence: HIGH

PENTYLENE GLYCOL

✅2/10

For babies 6–12 months old (older infants), pentylene glycol is generally low risk when used on normal, unbroken skin. It’s used to keep skin soft and to help other ingredients mix in. Most people don’t have problems, but a few sensitive people can get irritation or an allergic reaction.

Confidence: HIGH

BEHENYL ALCOHOL

✅1/10

For babies 6–12 months (infant, baby), behenyl alcohol is usually safe on the skin. It works as a gentle thickener and moisturizer and most babies will not have problems.

Confidence: MEDIUM

DICAPRYLYL CARBONATE

✅1/10

For babies aged 6–12 months, dicaprylyl carbonate is generally low risk. It’s an ingredient that helps skin feel soft and smooth. Most safety checks show no major long-term hazards, but a small number of people may get mild skin or eye irritation.

No Known Risk - Available safety reviews show only very low concerns for this ingredient. Tests found limited, mild eye or skin irritation in some studies, but no stronger links to cancer, hormone or brain effects, organ damage, or reproductive problems. Because the evidence of harm is low, this ingredient is not flagged as a real health risk for children in normal topical use.

Confidence: HIGH

GLYCERIN

✅1/10

Glycerin is a gentle, water-attracting ingredient used to moisturize skin. For 6-12 month old babies it is generally safe in typical baby lotions and wipes. Problems are rare but possible.

Confidence: HIGH

PRUNUS AMYGDALUS DULCIS (SWEET ALMOND) OIL

✅1/10

Sweet almond oil is a common gentle emollient used in baby products. It is generally safe for topical use on babies 6-12 months with low risk of irritation or allergy.

Confidence: HIGH

SODIUM CITRATE

✅1/10

For babies 6–12 months old (older infants), sodium citrate used in small amounts in baby lotions and wipes is generally safe and low risk. It mainly helps keep product pH steady and stable.

No Known Risk - Reviewed safety information shows only low-level concerns. U.S. food regulators say it is allowed for some food uses, a cosmetic safety panel notes allowed limits and some data gaps but does not show hazards at normal use, and a national environment agency finds it unlikely to harm organs, build up in the body, or persist in the environment. Because no health concern was reported above low, there are no specific risks identified for typical topical use.

Confidence: HIGH

SUCROSE STEARATE

✅1/10

For babies 6–12 months (infants, older babies), sucrose stearate is generally safe when used on the skin in normal amounts. It’s a gentle, sugar-based ingredient commonly used to make creams and lotions smooth and to condition the skin.

No Known Risk - Major health concerns (cancer, allergies/immune, and developmental or reproductive effects) are rated low. A regulatory review by Environment Canada says this ingredient is not expected to be toxic, is not persistent or bioaccumulative, and is not an environmental toxin. Based on that information, no specific health or environmental risks have been identified for topical use.

Confidence: HIGH

SUCROSE TETRASTEARATE TRIACETATE

✅1/10

For infants (6-12 months), this ingredient is generally gentle. It’s a sugar-derived ingredient used to soften skin and help creams blend. Safety summaries list only low concerns, so it’s usually safe for baby skin when used on intact skin.

No Known Risk - Available safety reviews for this topical ingredient did not find any important health hazards. Key areas people watch for—like cancer, allergies or immune effects, effects on growth or reproduction, organ harm, hormone disruption, and long-term build-up—were not identified as concerns for normal skin use. Because no higher-than-low concerns were reported, there are no specific risks flagged for children from typical topical use.

Confidence: HIGH

XANTHAN GUM

✅1/10

For babies 6–12 months old, xanthan gum is generally safe when it’s an ingredient in normal baby wipes, creams or lotions. It’s a mild thickener that rarely irritates skin.

No Known Risk - Safety reviews and regulatory assessments find no health hazards above a low level for topical use. It is approved for limited use in food, classified as not expected to be toxic and a low human-health priority, and not suspected to be an environmental toxin. Cosmetic industry reviewers note only guidance on concentrations or purity. Because no concern was rated above low, no specific risks were identified for babies or children.

Confidence: HIGH

CAPRYLYL GLYCOL

✅1/10

For babies 6–12 months (infants), Caprylyl Glycol is usually low risk when used in small amounts in baby lotions and wipes. It is not thought to cause cancer or long-term harm based on government and industry reviews.

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: MEDIUM

AQUA/WATER/EAU

✅0/10

For babies 6-12 months (infants, older babies), plain water used on the skin is safe when it’s clean and part of a baby product. Official assessments say plain water is not expected to cause harm.

Confidence: HIGH

Common Questions About ABC Derm Cold-Cream

Safe for older babies? ABC Derm Cold-Cream

Use caution with ABC Derm Cold-Cream for 6-12 month old babies. Some ingredients may pose concerns.

What ingredients should I watch out for?

We analyzed 19 ingredients in ABC Derm Cold-Cream. 4 caution. Check the detailed analysis above for specific concerns.

Is this appropriate for older babies to using lotion?

The appropriate age depends on the specific ingredients. This analysis is for 6-12 month old babies. 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.