burt's bees BABY shampoo & wash

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

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Can older babies use burt's bees BABY shampoo & wash?

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NO - AVOID

Danger Score: 24 (Lower is safer)

Quick Answer: burt's bees BABY shampoo & wash contains 19 ingredients. 3 concerning, 2 caution. Concerning - Has Problematic Ingredients ⚠️ Monitor for any reactions in older babies.

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Ingredients Analysis (19 found)

origanum vulgare leaf oil

🚨7/10

Origanum vulgare leaf oil is oregano oil which can be irritating and sensitizing to infant skin likely used for fragrance or antimicrobial effect

Irritant - Oregano leaf oil contains compounds like carvacrol and thymol, which are known skin irritants, especially for sensitive baby skin. Topical use can cause redness, burning, or rashes.

Confidence: HIGH

thymus vulgaris

🚨6/10

For babies 6–12 months (infants), thyme extract can cause skin allergy or irritation. Other serious risks like cancer or effects on growth are considered low, but the main worry is allergic skin reactions.

Immune system - This extract is linked to allergic reactions and immune effects. A European cosmetics review lists it as a human allergen/toxicant, and the European Chemicals Agency notes evidence of skin allergy, so it can trigger immune responses when put on skin.

Irritant - There is evidence of dermal toxicity and allergic skin reactions from regulatory reviews. That means it can cause skin redness, itching, or rashes in sensitive people, including children.

Eczema - Because the ingredient can cause allergic skin reactions, it may start or make eczema and similar rashes worse. European authorities have flagged limited but real dermal allergy risks that support this concern.

Confidence: HIGH

thyme oil

🚨6/10

Thyme oil can cause skin irritation and sensitization in babies 6-12 months. It is not commonly recommended in baby shampoos or bodywashes due to potential allergic reactions.

Confidence: HIGH

lactic acid

⚠️5/10

For babies aged 6-12 months, lactic acid can cause irritation and makes skin absorb more of what it’s mixed with. It is sometimes okay in very low amounts or in rinse-off products, but it's not a good choice for everyday leave-on baby creams.

Banned - This ingredient is restricted in some places and must follow rules about how it is made and used. A Canadian safety list and government guidance limit its use, and industry safety panels set rules on how much can be in products.

Absorbed - This acid can help other things pass through the skin and can get into the body more easily. A safety review paper lists it as a penetration enhancer, so it may raise how much of a product is absorbed.

Sun Burn - Industry safety guidance says it can raise the skin's sensitivity to the sun unless products are made to prevent that or directions tell you to use sun protection.

Confidence: MEDIUM

lauryl lactyl lactate

⚠️4/10

Lauryl lactyl lactate is not a recognized cosmetic or baby care ingredient and may be a misreading or typo of lauryl lactate or similar. Cannot assess safety.

Confidence: HIGH

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

caprylyl capryl glucoside

✅2/10

For infants 6–12 months (baby, little one), this ingredient is usually safe in rinse-off baby shampoos and washes. It is a mild cleanser and is considered low risk when used in products made for babies.

Confidence: HIGH

potassium sorbate

✅2/10

For infants aged 6–12 months, potassium sorbate is a common preservative and is usually safe in small amounts, but it can sometimes cause skin irritation or an allergic skin reaction.

Confidence: HIGH

disodium cocoyl glutamate

✅1/10

For a 6–12 month old baby, this is a very mild cleanser used in baby washes and shampoos. Overall it is low risk when used in baby products, but it can sometimes bother the eyes.

No Known Risk - A professional cosmetics review found this ingredient safe for use in personal care products when used in normal amounts. A European chemical agency noted only limited evidence of eye irritation, and overall expert reviews rate health concerns as low. Because experts consider the risks minor at typical use levels, there are no meaningful risks for children when the ingredient is used as intended.

Confidence: HIGH

lauric acid

✅1/10

Lauric acid is a mild ingredient found in coconut oil and many baby skin products. For babies aged 6–12 months it is generally considered safe when used in small amounts in products made for infants.

No Known Risk - Government and industry reviews find lauric acid to be generally safe when used on skin or in food. The U.S. FDA lists it for limited food use, the U.S. EPA does not consider it likely to cause cancer, and Environment Canada rates it as a low human-health priority and not likely to build up in the body or persist in the environment. An industry safety panel notes some data gaps and recommends limits on concentration, but no clear health hazards above background levels were identified.

Confidence: HIGH

oryza sativa

✅1/10

Oryza Sativa Rice Extract is generally safe for baby skin and is used for moisturizing and soothing properties

No Known Risk - Rice extract is generally considered safe for topical use on babies, with no evidence linking it to irritation, allergies, hormone disruption, or other health risks based on current research.

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 cocoyl glutamate

✅1/10

For a 6–12 month old baby (older infant), this ingredient is generally safe in rinse-off cleansers and baby shampoos. It’s a mild cleanser and has low concern for cancer, allergies, or growth/reproductive problems.

No Known Risk - Independent cosmetic safety reviewers and a European chemical regulator evaluated this ingredient. They found it safe for use in cosmetics with some limits, said it is not likely to cause cancer, and noted only small, limited signs of eye or skin irritation. No higher-level health concerns were identified.

Confidence: HIGH

sodium cocoyl hydrolyzed soy protein

✅1/10

This is a gentle cleanser made from soy and coconut that is usually safe for babies aged 6–12 months. Safety information rates it as very low concern for cancer, allergies and reproductive effects.

No Known Risk - Reviewed safety information for this topical ingredient shows only low-level concerns (for cancer, allergies/immunity, and developmental or reproductive effects) and no higher-level warnings or use restrictions. In short, no meaningful health risks were identified for typical topical use.

Confidence: HIGH

sodium lauroyl glutamate

✅1/10

For babies 6–12 months (infants, older babies), this is a mild cleansing ingredient that is normally safe in rinse-off products like baby shampoo and wash. It has a very low risk profile when used at normal levels.

No Known Risk - Formal cosmetic safety reviews find this ingredient safe for use in skin products when used within set limits. The only issues noted are low-level concerns for mild skin or eye irritation and standard use restrictions, and no higher hazards were identified. Based on those assessments, there are no real, above‑low health risks flagged for children from typical topical use.

Confidence: HIGH

sodium lauroyl lactylate

✅1/10

For babies aged 6–12 months, this is a mild ingredient used to help clean or mix oils and water in baby products. It is usually safe in baby lotions, wipes, and shampoos when those products are made for infants.

No Known Risk - Cosmetic safety reviews note only low-level concerns for this topical ingredient. Experts recommend limits on concentration and monitoring impurities, and some product-verification programs require extra proof before they allow it, but no moderate or high health hazards were identified for typical topical use on children.

Confidence: HIGH

xanthan gum

✅1/10

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.

No Known Risk - Safety reviews and regulatory assessments find no health hazards above a low level for topical use. It is approved for limited use in food, classified as not expected to be toxic and a low human-health priority, and not suspected to be an environmental toxin. Cosmetic industry reviewers note only guidance on concentrations or purity. Because no concern was rated above low, no specific risks were identified for babies or children.

Confidence: HIGH

rice extract

✅1/10

Rice extract is generally safe and used for soothing and moisturizing in baby shampoos and bodywashes. Low risk for 6-12 month babies.

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 burt's bees BABY shampoo & wash

Safe for older babies? burt's bees BABY shampoo & wash

burt's bees BABY shampoo & wash 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 shampoo & wash. 3 concerning, 2 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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