Cetaphil baby Wash & Shampoo with natural calendula

Heliotropine also called piperonal is a fragrance ingredient with allergenic potential and not recommended for infants under 12 months

For babies 6–12 months (older infants), Laureth-4 can cause skin or eye irritation and there are concerns about tiny amounts of manufacturing contaminants. It’s not ideal for regular use on baby skin.

For a 6–12 month old baby, this ingredient is a cleansing agent that can irritate sensitive skin or eyes and may carry tiny amounts of manufacturing impurities. It’s not banned, but it’s not the gentlest choice for infants.

For babies 6–12 months old (infants, babies, little ones), this ingredient is commonly used in baby washes and shampoos and is generally okay when it is rinsed off. There are higher concerns about impurities and possible skin reactions, so caution is advised.

Perfume can cause skin irritation or allergic reactions in babies 6-12 months. It is used to provide fragrance in baby care products but should be used with caution.

For a 6–12 month old baby (infant), this ingredient is usually okay for short-term or occasional use, but some babies can get a skin allergy. Babies with known wheat or gluten allergy are more at risk.

For infants 6–12 months (older babies and crawlers), sodium hydroxide in tiny, well-formulated amounts used only to adjust product pH is usually low risk. It is dangerous if present in concentrated form or if a product is not made to avoid irritation.

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 (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 (infants, babies, little ones) this is a mild soap-like ingredient used to help clean skin and hair. On its own it’s usually low risk and often used in gentle baby washes, but there are some contamination and irritation concerns that mean you should be careful.

For babies aged 6–12 months, glycol distearate is generally low risk when used in normal baby lotions or washes. It helps make products feel smooth and look pearly. Most safety reviews find little concern for serious harms, but there are gaps in some safety data and limits recommended by reviewers depending on product type.

For infants and older babies (6–12 months), this ingredient is generally low risk when used in normal amounts on skin. The chemical itself is not known to cause cancer or developmental harm at the levels used in skin products. The main concern is that tiny amounts of harmful manufacturing contaminants (ethylene oxide and 1,4‑dioxane) can be present if not properly controlled.

For babies 6–12 months old, this ingredient is generally considered low risk, but direct safety testing in infants is limited. Because related chemicals have shown possible effects in animal and lab studies, we stay cautious for babies and keep the safety score low but not zero.

For babies 6–12 months old, sodium benzoate in small amounts is generally low risk when used in skin products. Babies this age handle it better than newborns, but it may irritate very sensitive or broken skin.

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.

For babies 6–12 months (older infants), this aloe powder used on skin is generally low risk and is often used to soothe and moisturize.

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.

Panthenol is generally safe for babies aged 6–12 months (infants, babies, little ones) when it is used in normal baby creams, lotions or wipes. Most babies tolerate it well and allergic reactions are uncommon.

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.

For babies 6–12 months old (older infants), sodium citrate used in small amounts in baby lotions and wipes is generally safe and low risk. It mainly helps keep product pH steady and stable.

Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract is commonly used in baby skincare for soothing and anti inflammatory properties and is generally safe for topical use in babies 6 to 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.