Coppertone Pure & Simple Baby 50 100% MINERAL SUN PROTECTION

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Can older babies use Coppertone Pure & Simple Baby 50 100% MINERAL SUN PROTECTION?

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NO - AVOID
Danger Score: 16 (Lower is safer)
Quick Answer: Coppertone Pure & Simple Baby 50 100% MINERAL SUN PROTECTION contains 23 ingredients. 1 concerning, 6 caution. Concerning - Has Problematic Ingredients ⚠️ Monitor for any reactions in older babies.

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Ingredients Analysis (23 found)

cyclopentasiloxane
🚨6/10
For babies 6–12 months (infants, crawling babies), cyclopentasiloxane is not the safest choice for regular use. It can be absorbed through baby skin, and there are animal studies and government reviews that raise concerns about contamination and buildup in the body and environment.
Hormones - Animal studies show this chemical can change hormone-related systems and affect reproduction in lab rats. Government and lab reports flagged endocrine effects after repeated exposures, so it may interfere with normal hormone development.
Brain Development - Lab studies found effects on nervous system targets (including dopamine receptors) at moderate doses in animals. That suggests a possible risk to early brain growth if infants or children are exposed.
Organ Risk - Government assessments note it can harm non-reproductive organs and animal studies link repeated exposure to organ effects. This shows it can be toxic to internal organs with ongoing exposure.
Cancer - A long-term animal inhalation study reported tumor findings in rats after repeated exposure. That animal evidence raises concern about a cancer link with repeated exposures.
Builds Up - European chemical regulators and government testing list this substance as persistent and bioaccumulative in wildlife and people. That means it can collect in the body over time.
Long-Term Risk - Because the chemical persists, builds up, and is linked to organ, hormone, and cancer findings in studies, it poses possible health effects after years of exposure.
Absorbed - Safety reviews note enhanced skin absorption for this ingredient when used on skin. That means it can get through the skin and into the body after topical use.
Environmental - Environment‑level reviews name this chemical as an environmental toxin and flag harm to wildlife. It is suspected to cause ecological damage when released into the environment.
Fertility - A two‑generation reproductive study in animals showed effects from repeated exposure, which raises concern about impacts on fertility and reproductive health.
Banned - European regulatory lists and some government guidance have put this substance on serious concern lists and recommend limits or controls in products and manufacturing, meaning it faces restrictions in some places.
Breast Milk - Because the chemical is persistent and bioaccumulative in people according to regulatory reviews, it can build up in the body and may reach breast milk and thus expose nursing infants.
Confidence: MEDIUM
1
⚠️5/10
Not evaluated
Confidence: LOW
butyloctyl salicylate
⚠️5/10
For babies 6–12 months old, this ingredient needs caution. It’s not one of the most worrying ingredients overall, but there are reports of possible contamination with salicylic acid and some animal studies showing effects at moderate doses. Because babies’ skin soaks up more, we treat it as a moderate concern.
Absorbed - The ingredient is used on skin and the safety notes flag enhanced skin absorption and contamination with salicylic acid. Peer-reviewed assessments say this can increase how much gets into the body, so topical use can lead to systemic exposure.
Fertility - Regulatory and peer-reviewed assessments found animal studies showing developmental and reproductive effects at moderate doses. A formal assessment of salicylate esters flagged reproductive/developmental concerns.
Hormones - Peer-reviewed literature associates this ingredient with endocrine disruption. That means it can affect natural hormone systems in early life or during development.
Confuse Hormones - Scientific reviews report this substance can act like or interfere with normal hormones (an endocrine effect). This can confuse hormone signals during growth and development.
Irritant - Animal studies in the literature show eye, respiratory and skin irritation at higher doses. That means it can cause redness, stinging, or breathing irritation in some uses or at high exposure.
Sun Burn - An industry safety panel (Cosmetic Ingredient Review) notes it must be formulated to avoid increasing sun sensitivity. If not, it can make skin burn faster in the sun.
Long-Term Risk - Industry and peer-reviewed sources place limits or use restrictions on this ingredient, indicating it needs concentration or formulation limits to be considered safe over time.
Confidence: MEDIUM
propylene glycol
⚠️5/10
For babies 6–12 months old, propylene glycol is commonly used in wipes and lotions and is usually okay in the very small amounts found in baby products. However, it can irritate sensitive skin, especially if the skin is broken, red, or in the diaper area. Babies with eczema or very sensitive skin are more likely to react.
Irritant - The U.S. National Library of Medicine lists this chemical as a skin, eye, and lung irritant. That means it can cause red, itchy skin, sting the eyes, or make breathing uncomfortable — risks that matter for babies and children with delicate skin and airways.
Immune system - A safety review by the Cosmetic Ingredient Review found limited evidence of skin and immune-system effects. This means some people can get allergic or immune reactions after skin contact.
Organ Risk - Environment Canada has classified this ingredient as expected to be toxic or harmful and of medium human-health priority for non-reproductive organ effects. Repeated or heavy exposure could pose risks to organs such as the liver, kidneys, or lungs.
Absorbed - The Cosmetic Ingredient Review identifies this ingredient as a penetration enhancer. It can help itself and other ingredients pass through the skin into the body, so more of the substance may get into the bloodstream.
Asthma - Because it can irritate the lungs (noted by the U.S. National Library of Medicine), inhaling sprays or vapors could make breathing problems or asthma worse in sensitive children.
Confidence: MEDIUM
bis-octyldodecyl dimer dilinoleate/propanediol copolymer
⚠️4/10
Cannot understand what this ingredient is it might be a misreading or a typo no clear safety data available
Confidence: HIGH
ethylhexyl pelargonate
⚠️4/10
Cannot understand what ethylhexyl pelargonate is it might be a misreading or a typo not recognized as a common sunscreen ingredient
Confidence: HIGH
polyester-27
⚠️4/10
Polyester-27 is not a recognized cosmetic or sunscreen ingredient it may be a misreading or typo and cannot be properly evaluated for baby safety
Confidence: HIGH
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
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
cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 dimethicone
✅2/10
For babies 6–12 months (infants and little ones) this ingredient is usually low risk. It helps products feel smooth and generally does not cause cancer or long-term harm. The main worry is small amounts of unwanted impurities that can form during making the ingredient.
Confidence: HIGH
ethylhexyl methoxycrylene
✅2/10
For babies aged 6-12 months (infant, baby), this sunscreen ingredient is generally considered low risk for skin and health problems in short-term topical use, but there is limited data specific to very young children, so we are cautious.
No Known Risk - The available safety information for this topical ingredient shows only low-level concerns for cancer, allergies/immune effects, developmental and reproductive effects, and use restrictions. No higher-level hazards were reported in the provided assessments, so there are no notable risks identified based on the supplied data.
Confidence: MEDIUM
hydroxyacetophenone
✅2/10
For infants (6–12 months old), hydroxyacetophenone is generally low risk when used in small amounts on the skin. Most babies tolerate it, but a few reports show it can cause skin irritation or, rarely, an allergic reaction.
Confidence: MEDIUM
PEG-12 dimethicone crosspolymer
✅2/10
For babies 6-12 months (infants, little ones) this ingredient is usually okay in skin creams. It is a silicone used to make lotions feel smoother. Major health risks like cancer or developmental harm are considered low, but there can be trouble if the ingredient is contaminated during manufacturing.
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
triethoxycaprylylsilane
✅2/10
For a 6–12 month-old baby (infant): this ingredient is generally low concern when used in small amounts, but some experts note it can sometimes irritate skin or eyes and there is a small flagged link to hormone effects.
No Known Risk - The available safety evaluations show only low or limited concerns — a possible link to hormone effects is listed as low, and reports of skin or eye irritation are limited. Environmental toxicity is noted but there are no stronger human-health hazards identified in the provided data. Because no concerns were reported above a low level, there are no specific higher-level risks flagged for children using this ingredient.
Confidence: MEDIUM
2-hexanediol
✅2/10
2-hexanediol is a preservative and solvent used in cosmetics. It is generally safe in low concentrations for topical use including baby products but caution is advised for infants under 12 months.
Confidence: HIGH
C12-15 alkyl benzoate
✅1/10
For babies aged 6 to 12 months this ingredient is generally low risk. It helps creams and lotions spread smoothly and usually does not cause serious problems. A very small number of people have had skin reactions.
Confidence: MEDIUM
caprylyl glycol
✅1/10
For babies 6–12 months (infants), Caprylyl Glycol is usually low risk when used in small amounts in baby lotions and wipes. It is not thought to cause cancer or long-term harm based on government and industry reviews.
No Known Risk - Government and industry safety reviews found no clear health hazards for skin use. Tests say it is not likely to build up in the body, not persistent in the environment, and not harmful to organs. Industry reviewers do note limits on how much can be used and some data gaps, but overall the ingredient is rated low concern for topical use.
Confidence: MEDIUM
ethylhexyl isononanoate
✅1/10
For babies (6–12 months old), this ingredient is generally considered safe in normal baby products. It’s used to make skin feel soft and smooth and is unlikely to cause serious harm.
No Known Risk - Available safety reviews and studies report only low-level concerns for cancer, allergies/immunity, and developmental or reproductive effects for topical use. An industry safety review (Cosmetic Ingredient Review) notes some data gaps and recommends limits on use, but it does not identify any clear hazards above low for normal skin use. Based on the current information, no real risks above low were found.
Confidence: HIGH
isopropyl palmitate
✅1/10
For a 6–12 month old baby (infant), isopropyl palmitate is generally considered safe when used in normal baby lotions and wipes. It helps soften and smooth skin and is not linked to major health risks at the low levels used in these products.
No Known Risk - Reviews and government assessments did not find health hazards above a low level for normal topical use. Safety panels note use limits and some data gaps, but regulators have called it low priority for human health, do not expect it to build up in the body or the environment, and allow limited food uses. Taken together, current evidence does not show any health risks above low for typical use.
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
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
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 Coppertone Pure & Simple Baby 50 100% MINERAL SUN PROTECTION

Safe for older babies? Coppertone Pure & Simple Baby 50 100% MINERAL SUN PROTECTION

Coppertone Pure & Simple Baby 50 100% MINERAL SUN PROTECTION is not recommended for 6-12 month old babies due to potentially harmful ingredients.

What ingredients should I watch out for?

We analyzed 23 ingredients in Coppertone Pure & Simple Baby 50 100% MINERAL SUN PROTECTION. 1 concerning, 6 caution. Check the detailed analysis above for specific concerns.

Is this appropriate for older babies to using sunscreen?

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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