babyganics SPF 50 mineral sunscreen

For babies 6–12 months old, alumina is not ideal. It can cause allergy or breathing problems in some people and some forms are tiny enough to be more likely to get into the skin. I recommend being cautious with products that list alumina for infants.

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For babies 6–12 months old, this ingredient needs caution. It’s not one of the most worrying ingredients overall, but there are reports of possible contamination with salicylic acid and some animal studies showing effects at moderate doses. Because babies’ skin soaks up more, we treat it as a moderate concern.

Black cumin seed oil is not a common ingredient in sunscreens for babies and its safety profile in this use is not well established. It might be a misreading or typo.

Cannot confirm safety for babies under 12 months limited data ingredient may be a preservative but not well studied in infants

For babies 6–12 months, lecithin is commonly used in creams and is usually okay, but it's not completely risk-free. Some people can have allergic or breathing reactions, and there are concerns about contamination and the ingredient helping other chemicals get into the skin.

Tomato seed oil is not a commonly recognized ingredient in baby skincare or sunscreens it may be a misreading or typo

For a 6–12 month old baby (older infant), bisabolol is usually low risk and is used to calm and condition baby skin. However, some people can get skin allergies from it, so babies with sensitive skin need extra care.

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.

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.

For babies 6–12 months (infant, baby, toddler), propanediol is usually low risk when used at the levels found in baby lotions and wipes. But it can sometimes irritate sensitive skin and can make skin absorb other ingredients more easily, so we remain careful.

For babies 6–12 months (older infants, crawling or teething babies), titanium dioxide in creams and non-spray sunscreens is generally low risk because it stays on the skin surface and is not absorbed. Some health agencies have flagged possible cancer risk when the ingredient is breathed in as very small particles, so that breathing risk—not skin contact—is the main concern.

Usually fine for most 6–12 month old babies when used sparingly on healthy skin. The main worry is a possible skin rash in sensitive babies.

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.

For babies 6–12 months old, this ingredient is generally low risk and is used to make skin soft and smooth. Serious long-term harms are not expected, but some people can get skin irritation.

For babies 6–12 months old, isostearic acid is usually safe in normal amounts used in skin products. It’s a mild fatty ingredient that helps creams and lotions feel smooth.

For a 6-12 month old baby (infant), this ingredient is generally low risk when used in normal baby creams and lotions. It helps mix oil and water and is not linked to major safety problems in topical use.

2-hexanediol is a preservative and solvent used in cosmetics. It is generally safe in low concentrations for topical use including baby products but caution is advised for infants under 12 months.

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.

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.

For infants (6–12 months), this olive‑based ingredient is usually safe in creams and lotions. Most safety reviews show low concern for serious problems; irritation is the main thing to watch for.

Vaccinium Macrocarpon Seed Oil is cranberry seed oil used as an emollient with low allergenicity and is generally safe for baby skin

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.

Jojoba esters are plant-based moisturizers and are usually safe for babies 6–12 months old. Most experts call the health concerns low, and they are widely used in baby lotions and creams.

This ingredient is generally low risk for babies 6–12 months old. It’s a large molecule used in creams and wipes that usually won’t get into the body. The main issue seen is mild skin or eye irritation in some people.

Red raspberry seed oil is generally safe for baby skin and is used as a gentle emollient and moisturizer

For babies 6–12 months old (infants and toddlers), Sorbitan Olivate is generally low risk when used in normal baby creams, lotions, and wipes. It is made from sorbitan and olive fatty acids and is used to blend oils and water.

Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil is sunflower seed oil commonly used as a gentle emollient in baby products. It is very safe for topical use on babies 6-12 months.

For babies 6–12 months old this ingredient is generally low risk when used on skin in normal amounts. It’s a polymer that helps products feel smooth and hold moisture, and it is not expected to be absorbed through intact baby skin.

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.

Zinc oxide is a safe mineral ingredient for topical use on babies 6 to 12 months when in creams or lotions. It protects skin and acts as a physical sunscreen or barrier.

Cetearyl glucoside is a mild nonionic emulsifier commonly used in baby skincare products. It is very safe for topical use on babies 6-12 months.

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.