baby Jergens Soothing Sensitive Skin Cream

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Can older babies use baby Jergens Soothing Sensitive Skin Cream?

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USE WITH CAUTION

Danger Score: 5 (Lower is safer)

Quick Answer: baby Jergens Soothing Sensitive Skin Cream contains 20 ingredients. 2 caution. Use with Caution ⚠️ Monitor for any reactions in older babies.

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Ingredients Analysis (20 found)

CETEARETH-20

⚠️5/10

For babies 6–12 months (infants), Ceteareth-20 is usually low risk but not ideal. The main issues are possible tiny amounts of impurities and that it can irritate sensitive skin or eyes. Use extra care with young babies.

Cancer - The ingredient assessment lists contamination by ethylene oxide and 1,4-dioxane. Those contaminants are linked to cancer by health authorities, so their presence here is a real cancer concern.

Absorbed - A safety review (Cosmetic Ingredient Review) flags this ingredient as a penetration enhancer. That means it can help other chemicals get through the skin and into the body, raising exposure risk.

Long-Term Risk - Because this ingredient can boost skin absorption and it can be contaminated with harmful chemicals, repeated use could raise health risks over time according to the ingredient assessment and safety review.

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

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

DIMETHICONE

✅3/10

For babies 6–12 months old, dimethicone is commonly used in baby creams and ointments and is usually safe when used a little at a time on normal, unbroken skin. It rarely causes skin allergy and is often chosen for diaper creams and moisturizers.

Confidence: MEDIUM

PHENOXYETHANOL

✅3/10

For babies 6–12 months old (infants and older babies), phenoxyethanol in lotions or wipes is usually low risk when the product is made for babies and the preservative is used at low levels. It can still irritate the skin or eyes in some babies, and very rarely cause an allergic reaction.

Confidence: MEDIUM

TETRASODIUM GLUTAMATE DIACETATE

✅3/10

For babies 6–12 months old this ingredient is usually low risk at the small amounts used in skin products. It helps products stay stable and stops metal impurities from causing problems. But regulators have flagged possible irritation, rare genetic test findings, and possible impurities, so we take a cautious approach with infants.

Confidence: MEDIUM

ISOPROPYL MYRISTATE

✅3/10

For babies 6–12 months (infants and older babies), this ingredient is usually low risk when used on the skin. It can help soften skin but can sometimes cause irritation or rare allergic reactions.

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

HYDROLYZED RICE PROTEIN

✅2/10

For babies 6-12 months (infants, older babies, toddlers approaching 1 year), this ingredient is usually gentle and not likely to cause cancer or developmental problems. Most people do not have allergies to it. The main concern is possible contamination from pesticides or impurities during processing.

Confidence: MEDIUM

HYDROXYACETOPHENONE

✅2/10

For infants (6–12 months old), hydroxyacetophenone is generally low risk when used in small amounts on the skin. Most babies tolerate it, but a few reports show it can cause skin irritation or, rarely, an allergic reaction.

Confidence: MEDIUM

AVENA SATIVA (OAT) KERNEL FLOUR

✅1/10

For babies 6–12 months (infants), oat kernel flour is generally very safe when used on the skin. It’s commonly used to soothe and moisturize and has very low safety concerns in reviews.

No Known Risk - Regulatory and industry safety reviews find this oat kernel flour is not expected to be toxic and is considered safe for use on skin when used at normal concentrations. Tests and evaluations showed only low-level concerns for cancer, allergies, and reproductive effects, and any limits are about impurities or concentration — overall risk is low.

Confidence: HIGH

BUTYROSPERMUM PARKII (SHEA) BUTTER

✅1/10

Shea butter is generally safe for baby skin moisturization and barrier protection with low risk of irritation or allergy

No Known Risk - Shea butter is widely used in baby skincare products and is generally considered safe for topical use. There is no strong evidence linking it to irritation, allergies, hormone disruption, or other health risks in babies. Rare allergic reactions may occur, but these are uncommon and not specific to infants. Current research and regulatory guidance do not identify any significant risks for babies when shea butter is used topically.

Confidence: HIGH

CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE

✅1/10

For babies 6–12 months old, this ingredient is generally safe. It is a mild, lightweight oil used to soften skin and is unlikely to cause irritation or health harm when used in normal baby creams or wipes.

Confidence: HIGH

CETEARYL ALCOHOL

✅1/10

For babies 6–12 months (older infants), cetearyl alcohol is generally safe. It’s a fatty alcohol that helps moisturizers feel smooth and keeps creams from separating. Most babies tolerate it well.

Confidence: HIGH

CETYL ALCOHOL

✅1/10

For babies 6–12 months (older infants), cetyl alcohol is usually safe in creams and wipes. It helps make lotions feel smooth and is not known to be harmful in the tiny amounts used in baby products. A few babies with very sensitive skin may get a rash.

Confidence: MEDIUM

CETYL ESTERS

✅1/10

For babies 6–12 months (infants), cetyl esters are generally safe in baby creams, oils, and lotions. Overall long-term risks are low, but a small number of safety reviews note possible mild skin or eye irritation in some people.

No Known Risk - Major safety reviews — an industry cosmetic safety panel and a Canadian environmental review — found only low-level concerns and concluded the ingredient is acceptable for use in cosmetics with concentration limits. They did not find evidence of organ damage, cancer, or lasting environmental harm. There are some limited data gaps and minor notes about possible skin/eye irritation, but no hazards above 'low' were reported, so no real risks were identified for typical topical use on children.

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 STEARATE

✅1/10

For babies 6–12 months old, glyceryl stearate is generally safe when used on the skin in normal baby lotions and wipes. It helps keep creams smooth and helps oil and water mix. Most babies do fine with it.

Confidence: HIGH

SIMMONDSIA CHINENSIS (JOJOBA) SEED OIL

✅1/10

Jojoba oil is usually safe for babies 6–12 months. It’s a mild, natural oil that softens skin and is unlikely to cause harm in normal 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 baby Jergens Soothing Sensitive Skin Cream

Safe for older babies? baby Jergens Soothing Sensitive Skin Cream

Use caution with baby Jergens Soothing Sensitive Skin Cream for 6-12 month old babies. Some ingredients may pose concerns.

What ingredients should I watch out for?

We analyzed 20 ingredients in baby Jergens Soothing Sensitive Skin Cream. 2 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.

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