Aveeno baby daily moisture wash & shampoo

shampoo & bodywash & conditioner • For 6-12 month old babies • Skin contact 🧴

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Can older babies use Aveeno baby daily moisture wash & shampoo?

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NO - AVOID

Danger Score: 10 (Lower is safer)

Quick Answer: Aveeno baby daily moisture wash & shampoo contains 17 ingredients. 3 caution. Use with Caution ⚠️ Monitor for any reactions in older babies.

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Ingredients Analysis (17 found)

Cocamidopropyl Betaine

⚠️5/10

For babies 6–12 months old (infants, babies, little ones), this ingredient is commonly used in baby washes and shampoos and is generally okay when it is rinsed off. There are higher concerns about impurities and possible skin reactions, so caution is advised.

Immune system - Cosmetic safety reviews (Cosmetic Ingredient Review and draft safety reports) report limited evidence that cocamidopropyl betaine can sensitize skin or trigger allergic reactions. That means it can affect the immune system in some people, especially those with sensitive skin.

Irritant - Industry safety assessments note limited evidence of skin sensitization and explicitly warn the ingredient may be unsafe in products left on the skin (not rinsed off). This shows it can cause redness, itching, or irritation for some users.

Eczema - Safety panels and reports observed cases of sensitization and recommend limits on use and product types. Because it can provoke skin reactions, it may trigger or worsen eczema in sensitive children.

Cancer - Regulatory and industry reviews flag contamination concerns for this ingredient, including nitrosamines and related amines. Nitrosamines are known to be carcinogenic, so impurity risks raise a cancer concern unless impurities are controlled as industry reviewers recommend.

Banned - Expert panels and tentative regulatory reports recommend use, concentration, and manufacturing restrictions for this ingredient and note it is unsafe in some product types (leave-on). While not universally banned, it is subject to regulatory or industry limits in some contexts.

Environmental - A national environmental agency (Environment Canada) flagged this ingredient as a suspected environmental toxin, indicating possible harm to ecosystems if released into the environment.

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

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

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

Citric Acid

✅2/10

For babies 6–12 months (infants), citric acid in small amounts in wipes and baby lotions is usually low risk. It can cause stinging if it gets in the eyes and can bother very sensitive or broken skin.

Confidence: HIGH

Coco-Glucoside

✅2/10

For babies 6–12 months (older infants), coco-glucoside is usually gentle and low risk when used in products made for babies. Most babies tolerate it well, but a small number can get irritation or allergic rash.

Confidence: HIGH

Polyquaternium-10

✅2/10

For babies 6–12 months old, this ingredient is generally considered low risk, but direct safety testing in infants is limited. Because related chemicals have shown possible effects in animal and lab studies, we stay cautious for babies and keep the safety score low but not zero.

Confidence: MEDIUM

Sodium Benzoate

✅2/10

For babies 6–12 months old, sodium benzoate in small amounts is generally low risk when used in skin products. Babies this age handle it better than newborns, but it may irritate very sensitive or broken skin.

Confidence: MEDIUM

Acrylates

✅2/10

Acrylates Copolymer is usually low risk for babies 6–12 months old. It is used to help products form a thin film on skin. Most of the worry about it comes from possible tiny contaminants and from products that can irritate sensitive skin if not made carefully.

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

Glyceryl Oleate

✅1/10

For infants 6–12 months (babies), glyceryl oleate is usually safe in topical creams and lotions. It helps mix oil and water and conditions skin. Most experts consider it low risk for long-term problems, but some people can get irritation.

Confidence: MEDIUM

Oat Kernel Extract

✅1/10

For babies 6–12 months (older infants), oat kernel extract is generally gentle and used to calm and protect skin. Most safety reviews find very low concern for long-term problems. However, a handful of safety notes say that allergic reactions have not been fully studied.

No Known Risk - Safety reviews by cosmetic experts (Cosmetic Ingredient Review) find this oat kernel extract safe for topical use and list only low-level concerns. There is no strong evidence of cancer, hormone, organ, or developmental harm from using it on the skin. A small number of people with oat allergy could react, and some products may have concentration limits, but for most children this ingredient is considered low risk when used as directed.

Confidence: HIGH

Sodium Chloride

✅1/10

For babies aged 6–12 months (older infants), sodium chloride is basically table salt. In the small amounts used in baby wipes, lotions or saline it is usually safe and well tolerated.

No Known Risk - Regulatory reviews flag no meaningful health hazards for topical use. Food and health authorities list it as safe for limited use, and environmental assessments find it unlikely to harm organs, build up in the body, or damage wildlife. Overall expert sources rate concerns as low across cancer, allergies, development, and use restrictions.

Confidence: HIGH

Sodium Lauroamphoacetate

✅1/10

For babies aged 6–12 months this ingredient is generally gentle and low risk when used in rinse-off baby products (like gentle washes or wipes). But some safety reports note possible contamination with an impurity and a small chance of skin or eye irritation, so extra care is reasonable for infants.

Confidence: HIGH

Avena Sativa

✅1/10

For babies 6-12 months old (infant, baby), oat extract is usually safe on the skin and often used to calm dry or sensitive skin. Most expert reviews find only low concerns.

No Known Risk - Available safety reviews note only low-level concerns (small risk of allergic reaction and some limits on how it can be used) and say the ingredient is safe for skin products when used within set limits. No higher-risk findings were identified.

Confidence: HIGH

Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride

✅1/10

Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride is a modified guar gum used as a conditioning agent in shampoos and bodywashes. It is very safe for babies 6-12 months in topical use.

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 Aveeno baby daily moisture wash & shampoo

Safe for older babies? Aveeno baby daily moisture wash & shampoo

Aveeno baby daily moisture wash & shampoo is not recommended for 6-12 month old babies due to potentially harmful ingredients.

What ingredients should I watch out for?

We analyzed 17 ingredients in Aveeno baby daily moisture wash & shampoo. 3 caution. Check the detailed analysis above for specific concerns.

Is this appropriate for older babies to using shampoo & bodywash & conditioner?

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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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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