burt's bees BABY diaper ointment

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

skin protectant & rash ointment

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Can older babies use burt's bees BABY diaper ointment?

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NO - AVOID

Danger Score: 13 (Lower is safer)

Quick Answer: burt's bees BABY diaper ointment contains 19 ingredients. 2 concerning. Concerning - Has Problematic Ingredients ⚠️ Monitor for any reactions in older babies.

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Ingredients Analysis (19 found)

lavandula hybrida oil

🚨7/10

For babies 6–12 months (infants), lavandin oil should be treated with caution. It can cause skin irritation and, in some reports, lavender-type products showed hormone-like activity in children. Because babies are more sensitive, it's safer to avoid regular use.

Hormones - A 2019 review and case reports found that lavandin/lavender products showed estrogen-like activity and were linked to early breast changes in children. That means this oil can affect normal hormone development.

Confuse Hormones - Laboratory and clinical reports showed the oil can act like estrogen in the body, which can confuse normal hormone signals during growth and puberty.

Absorbed - This ingredient is used on skin and is also noted as being used in food/additives, so the body can get exposed by skin contact or ingestion according to regulatory notes.

Confidence: MEDIUM

glyceryl rosinate

🚨6/10

For babies 6–12 months (infants), this ingredient has a moderate risk for causing skin allergies or irritation. It can also help other ingredients get into the skin more easily. Overall, it should be used carefully on little ones.

Irritant - An industry safety review (Cosmetic Ingredient Review, CIR) found strong evidence that this ingredient can be a human skin toxicant or allergen. That means it can cause redness, itching, or rashes on sensitive or baby skin.

Eczema - The CIR specifically reports strong evidence of skin allergenicity. Because it can trigger allergic skin reactions, it may start or make eczema and similar conditions worse in children with sensitive skin.

Immune system - The ingredient is linked to allergies and immunotoxicity in the CIR assessment. Allergic reactions are immune responses, so this ingredient can provoke or misdirect a child’s immune system.

Absorbed - The CIR notes this substance can act as a penetration enhancer. That means it can increase how much of itself or other ingredients pass through the skin and enter the body.

Long-Term Risk - Industry reviewers (CIR) recommend use and concentration limits and note data gaps in safety testing. The FDA also notes this material can appear in food or additives with limited toxicity information. Those restrictions and gaps raise concern that repeated or combined exposures over time could carry unknown long-term risks.

Confidence: MEDIUM

anthemis nobilis flower oil

✅3/10

Anthemis nobilis flower oil is Roman chamomile oil used for fragrance or soothing but may cause mild irritation in sensitive babies

Confidence: MEDIUM

lavender flower

✅3/10

Lavender flower is generally safe in topical baby products but may cause mild skin irritation or allergic reactions in sensitive infants aged 6-12 months. Used for fragrance and soothing properties.

Confidence: HIGH

rosemary leaf extract

✅3/10

Rosemary leaf extract is used as an antioxidant and fragrance minor irritation possible but generally safe in low concentrations for babies

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

sweet almond oil

✅2/10

Sweet almond oil is generally safe for baby skin but may cause reactions in nut allergic infants used as moisturizer or emollient

No Known Risk - Sweet Almond Oil is widely used in baby skincare products and is generally considered safe for topical use on babies. There is no strong evidence linking it to irritation, allergies, or other health risks in the general population, except in rare cases of nut allergies. For most babies, it does not pose any known health risks based on current research.

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

canola oil

✅1/10

For babies 6–12 months (infants, baby), canola oil used on the skin is generally safe and has a very low chance of causing cancer or long-term harm. It is commonly used as a skin conditioner and is considered low risk by government reviews. However, there are notes about multiple sources of exposure (food plus skin) and some limits in cosmetic safety data, so product quality matters.

Confidence: HIGH

castor 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

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

jojoba seed oil

✅1/10

Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil is jojoba oil commonly used as a moisturizer in baby products and is considered very safe for topical use

No Known Risk - Jojoba oil is widely regarded as safe for topical use on babies and is not linked to irritation, hormone disruption, cancer, or other health risks based on current research. It is non-allergenic, non-comedogenic, and does not contain known harmful chemicals. No credible studies have shown significant adverse effects in infants or children when used as directed.

Confidence: HIGH

olive fruit oil

✅1/10

Organic olive oil is generally safe for baby skin moisturization with low allergy risk and is commonly used in baby care products

No Known Risk - Olive oil is generally considered safe for topical use on baby skin, with no strong evidence linking it to irritation, eczema, or other health risks in most infants. While some studies suggest it may worsen eczema in predisposed babies, this is not consistent or proven for the general population. There are no known links to hormone disruption, cancer, organ risk, or other listed risks based on current research.

Confidence: HIGH

olive oil unsaponifiables

✅1/10

For a 6–12 month old baby (infant), this olive-derived ingredient is usually safe for skin use. It has low overall concern, but a small number of people may get mild irritation.

Confidence: HIGH

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

soybean oil

✅1/10

Glycine soja soybean oil is a common emollient in baby care products and is generally safe for topical use in infants

No Known Risk - Soybean oil is widely used in topical products and is generally considered safe for baby skin. There is no strong evidence linking topical soybean oil to irritation, hormone disruption, or other health risks in babies based on current research.

Confidence: HIGH

zinc oxide

✅1/10

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.

Confidence: HIGH

calendula officinalis flower extract

✅1/10

Calendula extract is widely used in baby care for its soothing and anti-inflammatory properties and is considered very safe topically

Confidence: HIGH

Common Questions About burt's bees BABY diaper ointment

Safe for older babies? burt's bees BABY diaper ointment

burt's bees BABY diaper ointment is not recommended for 6-12 month old babies due to potentially harmful ingredients.

What ingredients should I watch out for?

We analyzed 19 ingredients in burt's bees BABY diaper ointment. 2 concerning. 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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