CeraVe BABY Moisturizing Lotion

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Can older babies use CeraVe BABY Moisturizing Lotion?

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Danger Score: 5 (Lower is safer)
Quick Answer: CeraVe BABY Moisturizing Lotion contains 30 ingredients. 2 caution. Use with Caution ⚠️ Monitor for any reactions in older babies.

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Ingredients Analysis (30 found)

zinc citrate
⚠️5/10
For 6–12 month‑old babies, small, occasional skin use can be okay when you pick gentle, low‑strength products. It is not a first‑choice daily ingredient for an infant.
Banned - A European cosmetics rule limits how much of this can be used. That means it is restricted in some products.
Environmental - A Canadian environmental agency reports it can stay in nature and build up in fish and animals. This can stress wildlife and waterways over time.
Confidence: MEDIUM
behentrimonium methosulfate
⚠️4/10
For babies 6–12 months (infants and young babies) this ingredient is generally considered low risk in adults but data in babies is limited. It’s usually found in rinse-off hair products and is best treated cautiously in this age group.
Immune system - Some studies of quaternary ammonium compounds report effects on immune responses and signs of allergic or respiratory reactions. A 2021 human study found altered toxicological endpoints after exposure to common quaternary ammonium disinfectants, which supports concern about immune effects.
Asthma - There is limited evidence that quaternary ammonium compounds can cause respiratory irritation or trigger allergic-type breathing problems. Human data showing altered toxicological endpoints after exposure raise concern that breathing issues or asthma could get worse in sensitive children.
Organ Risk - A human study reported changes in toxicological measures after exposure to common quaternary ammonium disinfectants, indicating possible harm to non-reproductive organs (for example, lungs or other systems) with repeated exposure.
Fertility - Animal studies in mice have shown decreased fertility or subfertility after exposure to quaternary ammonium disinfectants at moderate doses (see studies: "Exposure to common quaternary ammonium disinfectants decreases fertility in mice" and "Quaternary Ammonium Disinfectants Cause Subfertility in Mice by Targeting both Male and Female Reproductive Processes"). This shows real reproductive risk in animals that may be relevant with significant exposure.
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
disodium EDTA
3/10
For infants 6–12 months, Disodium EDTA is usually low risk when used in small amounts in baby lotions and wipes. The biggest issue is that it can irritate the skin or help other ingredients get into the skin faster, which may cause reactions in sensitive babies.
Confidence: MEDIUM
ethylhexylglycerin
3/10
For babies 6–12 months old, this ingredient is usually low risk when used in small amounts in creams and lotions. However, it can sometimes cause skin irritation or a rare allergic reaction, and it can irritate the eyes.
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
tocopheryl acetate
3/10
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.
Confidence: MEDIUM
carbomer
2/10
For babies 6–12 months old (infants, babies, toddlers under 1 year), carbomer is usually safe when used in small amounts in baby lotions, creams, or wipes. It acts to thicken products and generally stays on the skin. Serious health risks are not expected, but tiny amounts of manufacturing impurities have been reported as a concern.
Confidence: MEDIUM
polysorbate 60
2/10
For babies 6–12 months (infants), Polysorbate 60 is usually low risk when used on normal, unbroken skin. It helps mix oil and water in lotions and creams. The biggest concerns are rare irritation and possible tiny amounts of manufacturing contaminants.
Confidence: MEDIUM
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
allantoin
1/10
For babies aged 6–12 months, allantoin is generally safe and soothing when used in small amounts in baby skin products. It is commonly used to calm and protect skin and is not expected to cause serious harm at normal product levels.
No Known Risk - Government and industry safety reviews find no evidence that topical use of this ingredient harms organs, builds up in the body, or damages the environment. Reviewers do note some gaps in the safety data and recommend following concentration limits and proper testing for products, but no real hazards were identified for normal skin use.
Confidence: HIGH
arginine PCA
1/10
For babies aged 6-12 months (infants and older babies), arginine PCA is generally safe and mild. It’s used to help skin stay moisturized and is not known to cause serious problems.
No Known Risk - Safety summaries for Arginine PCA used on the skin report only low-level concerns for cancer, allergies or immune effects, and reproductive/developmental effects. No hazard was rated above low for typical topical use, so there are no identified health risks based on the available safety information.
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
ceramide NP
1/10
For a baby 6–12 months old, Ceramide NP is generally safe and helpful for dry or sensitive skin. It’s a skin-like ingredient that helps moisturize and repair the skin barrier. Most safety listings rate it as very low concern, though a small number of reports note possible mild irritation or that it can boost how much other ingredients get through the skin.
No Known Risk - Authoritative reviews and studies do not identify any health hazards above a low level for typical topical use. A cosmetic safety review notes only guidance/restrictions for use, a European chemicals authority reported limited evidence of mild irritation, and scientific papers note this ingredient can increase skin penetration and produced allergenic responses only at high doses in animal tests. Taken together, there are no higher-than-low concerns for children when this ingredient is used as intended.
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
cholesterol
1/10
Cholesterol is generally safe for babies aged 6–12 months when it’s in baby creams or lotions. It helps keep a baby’s skin soft and hold in moisture. Major reviews say it is low risk for cancer or allergy, but some experts recommend limits on how it’s made and used.
Confidence: HIGH
dipotassium phosphate
1/10
For babies 6–12 months old, dipotassium phosphate is generally low risk when used in normal baby skincare products. It is mainly used to balance pH and keep formulas stable. Serious hazards are not expected, but a few people may get mild skin or eye irritation.
No Known Risk - A government food-safety agency has cleared dipotassium phosphate for limited use in foods. A national environmental agency reviewed it and found it is not expected to be toxic, is a low human-health priority, and is not likely to build up in the body. A cosmetic safety review noted irritation data are not fully assessed, but there is no clear evidence of harm. Taken together, current expert reviews show no known health risks for normal topical use.
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
niacinamide
1/10
For babies 6–12 months (infants, babies), niacinamide is generally safe in small amounts. It’s often used to help the skin feel calmer and stronger. Serious problems are rare when it’s in low-strength products made for young skin.
No Known Risk - Major government and expert reviews find niacinamide to be low risk for normal topical use. A national environmental health agency classifies it as not expected to be harmful to organs or the environment. The U.S. food regulator allows limited uses in food, and an independent cosmetic safety panel has set recommended concentration limits after review. While a few animal studies at very high doses reported tumor findings and reviewers note some data gaps about maximum ‘as-used’ concentrations, the overall conclusion from these agencies and safety panels is that routine topical use poses no significant known health risks.
Confidence: HIGH
phytosphingosine
1/10
For babies 6–12 months (infants, newborn to baby), phytosphingosine is generally considered safe on the skin when used in products made for babies. It helps strengthen the skin barrier and is not known to cause serious problems.
No Known Risk - Public safety reviews and ingredient profiles for this topical ingredient rate cancer, allergies/immunity, developmental and reproductive effects, and use restrictions as low. No higher-than-low hazards or specific organ, hormone, brain-development, or long-term risks were found in the available assessments for normal topical use, so there are no identified health risks at this time.
Confidence: MEDIUM
polyglyceryl-3 diisostearate
1/10
For babies aged 6–12 months (infants, little ones), this ingredient is low risk. It’s a gentle helper used to keep creams and lotions smooth. Most safety notes say the main issue could be mild irritation to skin or eyes, otherwise other serious concerns are considered low.
No Known Risk - Available safety reviews and screenings report only low-level concerns for cancer, allergies, reproductive effects, and use limits. A cosmetic ingredient review flagged possible skin/eye/lung irritation but said the evidence is unassessed. Taken together, current data show no clear health risk from normal topical use.
Confidence: HIGH
potassium phosphate
1/10
For babies aged 6–12 months, potassium phosphate is generally safe in skin products. It’s used to balance acidity and is considered low risk. The main issue reported is mild irritation for some people.
No Known Risk - Available safety reviews do not show any concerns above a low level. The U.S. food safety authority says this ingredient is safe for limited use in food. Environment Canada finds it is not expected to be toxic and is not likely to build up in the body or environment. A cosmetic safety review notes that irritation data are limited, but experts did not identify stronger hazards. Because no risks above low were found, no other labels apply.
Confidence: HIGH
sodium hyaluronate
1/10
For a 6–12 month old baby, sodium hyaluronate is generally safe. It helps skin hold moisture and is unlikely to cause irritation or be absorbed into the body from normal creams or wipes.
No Known Risk - Major safety reviews and government checks report low concern for this ingredient when used on the skin. Industry safety reviewers note some data gaps and recommend limits on how much may be used in products, and a government environmental review flagged uncertain effects on the environment. Some product-verification programs also require extra proof before allowing it. Taken together, there are no clear health risks above a low level in the available assessments.
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
sodium PCA
1/10
For babies aged 6–12 months (infants, babies), Sodium PCA is generally low risk. It’s a moisturizing ingredient found in many baby lotions and creams and is not linked to major long‑term harms in safety reviews. However, some safety lists note possible contamination risks and limits on how it’s used, so choose baby products carefully.
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
Aqua
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
ceramide AP
0/10
For infants 6–12 months old (baby, little one), Ceramide AP is generally very safe to use on the skin. It is a skin‑like ingredient that helps restore the skin barrier and has very low concerns reported for cancer, allergies, or effects on growth or development.
No Known Risk - Available safety information shows low concern for cancer, allergies, and reproductive or developmental harm for typical skin use. A cosmetic safety review panel notes only that manufacturers should follow limits on concentration, impurities, and product types — a guidance step, not evidence of harm. Based on this, no clear health risks have been identified for normal topical use.
Confidence: HIGH
ceramide EOP
0/10
For babies 6–12 months old, Ceramide EOP is generally very safe. It is a natural-like skin fat used to help keep baby skin soft and healthy, and reviewers find only low-level concerns overall.
No Known Risk - Regulatory and industry safety reviews found only very minor concerns. A European chemical authority noted limited evidence of skin irritation, and an industry cosmetic review points to use restrictions and impurity controls, but neither found stronger hazards (like cancer, hormone, organ, or developmental harm). Because no concerns above low were reported, no specific health risks have been identified for normal topical use.
Confidence: HIGH

Common Questions About CeraVe BABY Moisturizing Lotion

Safe for older babies? CeraVe BABY Moisturizing Lotion

Use caution with CeraVe BABY Moisturizing Lotion for 6-12 month old babies. Some ingredients may pose concerns.

What ingredients should I watch out for?

We analyzed 30 ingredients in CeraVe BABY Moisturizing Lotion. 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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