bum balm

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

skin protectant & rash ointment

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Can older babies use bum balm?

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NO - AVOID

Danger Score: 8 (Lower is safer)

Quick Answer: bum balm contains 16 ingredients. 1 avoid, 1 caution. Avoid - Contains Dangerous Ingredients 🚫 Monitor for any reactions in older babies.

Check for Different Age (6 available)

Ingredients Analysis (16 found)

Symphytum Officinale Extract"

🚫8/10

Safety information not properly formatted for easy understanding

Confidence: HIGH

Hamamelis Virginiana Extract

⚠️4/10

Hamamelis Virginiana Extract is witch hazel used for soothing but may cause irritation in babies sensitive skin use with caution

Irritant - Witch hazel extract can cause skin irritation, redness, or rashes, especially on sensitive baby skin or if used in high concentrations.

Confidence: MEDIUM

Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract

✅2/10

For a 6-12 month old baby, aloe leaf extract is usually safe on the skin when it comes from products made for babies. It helps soothe and moisturize, but a small number of infants may develop irritation or an allergic reaction.

Confidence: MEDIUM

Beeswax

✅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

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

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

Brassica Campestris/Aleurites Fordii Oil Copolymer

✅2/10

Brassica Campestris and Aleurites Fordii oils are plant-derived and generally safe in topical baby products. The copolymer form is likely used as an emollient or film former with low irritation risk.

Confidence: MEDIUM

Althaea Officinalis Extract

✅1/10

Althaea Officinalis Extract is marshmallow root commonly used for soothing skin and is considered safe for baby topical use

No Known Risk - Marshmallow Root Extract is generally considered safe for topical use, with no evidence in scientific literature linking it to irritation, hormone disruption, cancer, or other health risks in babies. It is commonly used in baby skincare products and has a long history of safe use. No known adverse effects have been reported for topical application on infants.

Confidence: HIGH

Calendula Officinalis Extract

✅1/10

For babies 6–12 months (infants), calendula (marigold) flower extract is generally safe and often used to soothe the skin. Serious problems are uncommon, but some babies may be sensitive.

No Known Risk - Reviewed safety information finds low concern for cancer, allergic or immune effects, and developmental or reproductive harms for this topical plant extract. An industry safety panel (Cosmetic Ingredient Review) did note some data gaps and recommends limits on concentration and control of impurities, but no serious hazards were identified for normal skin use. Because formal safety reviews rate the concerns as low, there are no known health risks for typical topical use.

Confidence: HIGH

Cocos Nucifera Oil

✅1/10

Coconut oil is commonly used in baby care for moisturizing and is generally safe for 6-12 months babies unless allergic

No Known Risk - Coconut oil is widely used topically for babies and is generally considered safe. There is no strong evidence linking it to irritation, allergies, hormone disruption, cancer, or other health risks when used on healthy baby skin. Rare allergic reactions are possible, but not common enough to warrant a risk label based on current research.

Confidence: HIGH

Hydrogenated Castor Oil

✅1/10

For a 6–12 month old baby (infant), hydrogenated castor oil is usually safe on the skin and has a low overall risk. It’s commonly used to make creams and lotions thicker and to help skin feel smooth. Most babies tolerate it well.

Confidence: HIGH

Butyrospermum Parkii Shea Butter

✅1/10

Butyrospermum Parkii Shea Butter is a natural moisturizer commonly used in baby products. It is very safe for 6-12 month babies in topical use.

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

Copernicia Cerifera Wax

✅1/10

For babies aged 6–12 months (infants), carnauba wax is generally very safe for use on the skin. It is a natural plant wax used to thicken products or make a light protective layer and is rated as very low risk for things like cancer, allergies, and effects on growth or reproduction.

No Known Risk - Available safety summaries list only low-level concerns for cancer, allergies/immunotoxicity, developmental and reproductive effects, and use restrictions. No medium or high concerns were found and there is no ingredient-specific evidence showing harm from normal topical use.

Confidence: HIGH

Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil

✅1/10

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.

No Known Risk - Sunflower seed oil 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, or other health risks in babies when used on intact skin. It is not associated with hormone disruption, cancer, or other long-term health effects according to current research.

Confidence: HIGH

Ricinus Communis Seed Oil

✅1/10

Ricinus Communis Seed Oil is castor oil commonly used as an emollient in baby care products and is considered safe for topical use

Confidence: HIGH

"Zinc Oxide

✅1/10

Zinc Oxide is very safe for topical use in babies 6-12 months. It is commonly used in diaper rash creams and baby lotions as a skin protectant.

Confidence: HIGH

Common Questions About bum balm

Safe for older babies? bum balm

bum balm is not recommended for 6-12 month old babies due to potentially harmful ingredients.

What ingredients should I watch out for?

We analyzed 16 ingredients in bum balm. 1 avoid, 1 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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