A+D Overnight Healing Rash Ointment

skin protectant & rash ointment • For 6-12 month old babiesSkin contact 🧴

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Can older babies use A+D Overnight Healing Rash Ointment?

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NO - AVOID
Danger Score: 41 (Lower is safer)
Quick Answer: A+D Overnight Healing Rash Ointment contains 21 ingredients. 2 avoid, 3 concerning, 3 caution. Avoid - Contains Dangerous Ingredients 🚫 Monitor for any reactions in older babies.

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Ingredients Analysis (21 found)

Camphor
🚫9/10
For infants 6–12 months (baby, older infant), camphor is risky. It can cause strong allergic reactions in some people and can be poisonous to babies if put on large skin areas, near the face, or swallowed. Treat products that list camphor as high risk for this age.
Immune system - Camphor is listed by the EU cosmetics rules as a known human allergen. That means it can trigger allergic reactions in some people, which can affect a child’s immune response to the skin exposure.
Irritant - Because camphor is identified as a human allergen, it can cause skin redness, itching, or rashes when applied to sensitive skin or to children who react to it.
Eczema - Known allergy risk from camphor can provoke or worsen eczema and contact dermatitis in children who are sensitive to it, per the EU cosmetics classification.
Banned - Health Canada restricts the use or concentration of camphor in cosmetics, so its use is limited or controlled in some countries.
Confidence: HIGH
Eucalyptus Oil
🚫8/10
Eucalyptus oil is toxic to infants even topically can cause seizures and respiratory issues often used for fragrance or soothing effect
Irritant - Eucalyptus oil is known to cause skin irritation, redness, or rashes, especially on sensitive baby skin or when used undiluted.
Asthma - The strong scent and volatile compounds in eucalyptus oil can trigger or worsen respiratory issues, including asthma, in sensitive children.
Organ Risk - Eucalyptus oil contains compounds (like eucalyptol) that can be toxic if absorbed in significant amounts through the skin, potentially affecting the liver and nervous system, especially in infants.
Absorbed - Eucalyptus oil can be absorbed through the skin, and infants have a higher risk due to their thinner skin and greater surface area to body weight ratio.
Confidence: HIGH
Benzaldehyde
🚨7/10
For babies (6–12 months): benzaldehyde is a fragrance ingredient that can cause skin allergy and irritation. It is not a good choice for routine baby skin care, especially on sensitive or eczema-prone infants.
Immune system - This ingredient is listed as a known human allergen by the EU cosmetics authority and is flagged as a high allergy/immunotoxicity concern in safety reviews. That means it can trigger immune reactions in some people when used on the skin.
Eczema - Because it is identified as a human allergen for skin use (per the EU cosmetics listing), it can cause or worsen skin redness, itching, or rashes in sensitive children or babies.
Organ Risk - Health regulators in Canada classify this chemical as expected to be toxic or harmful and give it a medium human-health priority, and safety reviews note non-reproductive organ system toxicity. Repeated or high exposures could harm organs such as the liver or kidneys.
Banned - Some regulatory and verification programs restrict or limit use of this ingredient: workplace exposure limits and EU hazard rules set tight limits, and certain product verification programs prohibit it unless special safety data is supplied. That means it is restricted in some jurisdictions and product standards.
Long-Term Risk - Occupational guidance and government assessments point to workplace limits and medium priority for human health, and industry reviewers note data gaps and concentration limits. Those findings mean there is potential for health effects from repeated long-term exposure.
Confidence: HIGH
Geranium Oil
🚨6/10
Pelargonium Graveolens Oil is geranium oil which can cause skin irritation and allergic reactions in infants likely used for fragrance
Irritant - Geranium oil is known to cause skin irritation, especially in sensitive individuals and infants, due to its concentrated essential oil components.
Confidence: HIGH
Lavender Oil
🚨6/10
For babies aged 6–12 months (infants), lavender oil may be safe in very low amounts in products made for babies, but it can irritate sensitive baby skin and there are a few scientific reports suggesting it might act like a hormone in rare cases. Because babies are still developing, it's safer to avoid putting concentrated lavender essential oil directly on their skin.
Hormones - There are medical case reports and laboratory studies that link topical lavender oil to hormone changes in children, including early breast development and small breast tissue in boys. These findings show the oil can affect normal hormone development in young children.
Confuse Hormones - Research studies found that lavender oil can act like estrogen in lab tests and in reported clinical cases. That means the oil may mimic or confuse the body’s natural hormone signals.
Absorbed - Cases of hormone effects after skin use mean the oil can get through skin and reach the body. Clinical reports showing systemic effects support that topical lavender oil can be absorbed into the bloodstream.
Confidence: HIGH
Fragrance
⚠️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.
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
Petrolatum
⚠️4/10
For babies 6 to 12 months, purified white petrolatum is okay to use on small areas as a skin barrier and moisturizer.
Banned - In the EU, this ingredient is restricted unless it is very pure, because it can carry PAH leftovers from oil. This rule comes from the EU Cosmetics Directive.
Organ Risk - Canada’s environmental health agency lists it as expected to be harmful and a high health priority. With repeat use, it may stress organs like the liver.
Builds Up - Studies in people (2015) and in lab rats (2017) found mineral oil parts can collect in body tissues over time. Small daily amounts can add up.
Long-Term Risk - Because it can build up in the body and may carry PAH impurities, risks can grow with years of use. Purity limits in the EU were set to lower this risk.
Confidence: MEDIUM
Acetyl Methyl Carbinol
⚠️4/10
Acetyl Methyl Carbinol is not a recognized cosmetic or topical ingredient name it may be a misreading or typo of acetoin a common fragrance or flavor compound
Confidence: HIGH
Sorbic Acid
3/10
For babies 6–12 months old, sorbic acid is usually low risk at the small amounts used in skin products, but it can cause allergic reactions in some children, especially those with eczema or sensitive skin.
Confidence: MEDIUM
Lanolin
2/10
Lanolin is generally safe for babies but may cause allergic reactions in some sensitive infants used as a moisturizer or skin protectant
Confidence: HIGH
Microcrystalline Wax
2/10
For a baby 6–12 months old, microcrystalline wax in creams or balms is generally low risk when used in normal amounts. The biggest note from studies is that some petroleum-based waxes can slowly build up in the body with long-term heavy use.
Confidence: HIGH
Paraffin
2/10
For infants 6–12 months old, paraffin used on the skin is usually low risk when used a little and on healthy skin. It helps lock in moisture and is commonly found in baby creams and ointments.
Confidence: HIGH
Potassium Sorbate
2/10
For infants aged 6–12 months, potassium sorbate is a common preservative and is usually safe in small amounts, but it can sometimes cause skin irritation or an allergic skin reaction.
Confidence: HIGH
Calendula Flower Extract
2/10
For babies 6–12 months (infants), calendula flower extract is usually gentle and used to soothe and moisturize skin. Most babies tolerate it well, but a very small number may get a skin reaction.
Confidence: MEDIUM
Matricaria Flower Extract
2/10
For babies 6–12 months (older infants), chamomile (Matricaria recutita) flower extract is usually safe when used on normal, unbroken skin. Most babies won’t have problems, but a small number can get a skin allergy.
No Known Risk - Major safety reviews and a small number of human case reports show only low or unclear concerns. Experts have judged the ingredient safe for topical use when used with normal concentration limits, and reported allergic or nerve-related cases are rare and not clearly linked to the ingredient. Because there is no clear, above-low evidence of harm, no specific risks are flagged.
Confidence: HIGH
Candelilla Wax
1/10
For a 6–12 month old baby (older infant), Candelilla Wax is generally safe when used on normal skin. It’s a common wax that helps moisturize and protect skin and is rated as low concern in the provided safety listing.
No Known Risk - Available safety reviews show only low-level concerns for cancer, allergies, and effects on growth or reproduction. No higher-risk findings, bans, or use restrictions were identified in the reviewed assessments, so this topical ingredient is not expected to cause meaningful harm when used on the skin.
Confidence: HIGH
Cod Liver Oil
1/10
For babies 6–12 months (infants, older babies), using a little cod liver oil on normal, unbroken skin is generally low risk. The safety information provided shows very low concern for harm when used on the skin.
No Known Risk - Available safety notes rate cancer, allergy, reproductive, and use-restriction concerns as low for topical use. Environment Canada classifies cod liver oil as not expected to be toxic, a low human-health priority, and not suspected to be an environmental toxin. Taken together, these findings show no identified health risks for 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
Oat Kernel Flour
1/10
For babies 6–12 months old, oat kernel flour is generally safe on the skin and is often used to calm and soothe dryness or mild irritation. It has a very low safety concern in ingredient reviews, but a small risk of skin allergy exists for a few children.
No Known Risk - Government safety reviewers found this oat kernel flour is not expected to harm organs or the environment, and an industry safety panel judged it safe for use in cosmetics when impurity and concentration limits are followed. Allergies and immune effects were noted as not well studied but were rated low in concern. Overall, no health risks above low were identified.
Confidence: HIGH
Mineral Oil
1/10
Mineral oil is widely used in baby products as a moisturizer and is considered very safe for topical use in 6-12 months babies
Confidence: HIGH
Water
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.
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 A+D Overnight Healing Rash Ointment

Safe for older babies? A+D Overnight Healing Rash Ointment

A+D Overnight Healing Rash Ointment is not recommended for 6-12 month old babies due to potentially harmful ingredients.

What ingredients should I watch out for?

We analyzed 21 ingredients in A+D Overnight Healing Rash Ointment. 2 avoid, 3 concerning, 3 caution. Check the detailed analysis above for specific concerns.

Is this appropriate for older babies to using skin protectant & rash ointment?

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.

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