Country Comfort BABY POWDER

baby powder • For 6-12 month old babies • Skin contact 🧴

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Can older babies use Country Comfort BABY POWDER?

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NO - AVOID

Danger Score: 32 (Lower is safer)

Quick Answer: Country Comfort BABY POWDER contains 9 ingredients. 1 avoid, 4 concerning. Avoid - Contains Dangerous Ingredients 🚫 Monitor for any reactions in older babies.

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Ingredients Analysis (9 found)

Comfrey Root

🚫8/10

Comfrey root can carry harmful plant chemicals that can hurt the liver. For babies aged 6–12 months (infants), using comfrey on the skin is unsafe because their skin soaks up more and their bodies are small.

Cancer - Animal and laboratory studies show comfrey (and extracts) can cause tumors and mutations, and a U.S. federal health agency has advised removing comfrey products because of possible cancer risk. This evidence means comfrey root is linked to cancer in long-term tests.

Organ Risk - There are multiple human case reports of serious liver damage (hepatic veno-occlusive disease) after using comfrey, and health authorities list comfrey as a known human liver toxicant. That makes liver harm a real risk if this root is used.

Absorbed - The ingredient can be absorbed through skin and the product notes enhanced skin absorption. Because toxic pyrrolizidine alkaloids are present, topically applying comfrey can let harmful compounds into the body.

Long-Term Risk - Studies show tumor formation at low doses and cases of liver disease after exposure, and health authorities have warned about removal from the market—together this points to risks that can appear after repeated or long-term use.

Banned - A U.S. federal health authority has advised manufacturers to remove comfrey products from the market, and some product-approval programs restrict its use—meaning it is banned or heavily restricted in some places.

Confidence: HIGH

Lavender Oil

🚨6/10

For babies aged 6–12 months (infants), lavender oil may be safe in very low amounts in products made for babies, but it can irritate sensitive baby skin and there are a few scientific reports suggesting it might act like a hormone in rare cases. Because babies are still developing, it's safer to avoid putting concentrated lavender essential oil directly on their skin.

Hormones - There are medical case reports and laboratory studies that link topical lavender oil to hormone changes in children, including early breast development and small breast tissue in boys. These findings show the oil can affect normal hormone development in young children.

Confuse Hormones - Research studies found that lavender oil can act like estrogen in lab tests and in reported clinical cases. That means the oil may mimic or confuse the body’s natural hormone signals.

Absorbed - Cases of hormone effects after skin use mean the oil can get through skin and reach the body. Clinical reports showing systemic effects support that topical lavender oil can be absorbed into the bloodstream.

Confidence: HIGH

Orange Oil

🚨6/10

Orange oil can cause skin irritation or allergic reactions in infants and contains sensitizing compounds likely used for fragrance

Irritant - Orange oil contains limonene and other citrus compounds that can cause skin irritation, redness, or rashes, especially on sensitive baby skin.

Sun Burn - Orange oil can increase photosensitivity, making skin more prone to sunburn when exposed to sunlight after application.

Confidence: HIGH

Golden Seal

🚨6/10

Golden Seal contains berberine which can cause skin irritation and sensitization especially in babies 6-12 months. It is not commonly used in baby topical products.

Irritant - Goldenseal can cause skin irritation, especially on sensitive skin, and there are reports of contact dermatitis with topical use.

Confidence: HIGH

natural fragrance

🚨6/10

Natural Fragrance is a vague term that can include allergens and irritants. For babies 6-12 months, it poses a risk of skin irritation or allergic reactions in topical products.

Irritant - Natural fragrance blends can contain essential oils and plant extracts that are known skin irritants, especially for sensitive baby skin.

Eczema - Fragrances, including those labeled as 'natural,' are common triggers for eczema flare-ups in infants and children.

Asthma - Fragrance ingredients, even if natural, can release volatile compounds that may trigger or worsen asthma symptoms in sensitive children.

Confidence: HIGH

Slippery Elm

✅2/10

Slippery Elm is a natural plant extract used for soothing skin and mucous membranes. It is generally safe topically but limited data in infants 6-12 months warrants minor caution.

No Known Risk - Slippery Elm is generally considered safe for topical use, with no evidence in scientific literature linking it to irritation, hormone disruption, cancer, or other health risks in babies. There are no known reports of adverse effects when used on intact skin, and it is not banned or restricted in any country for topical use. However, as with any botanical, rare allergic reactions are possible, but these are not well-documented or specific to this ingredient.

Confidence: HIGH

Aloe Vera

✅1/10

Organic Aloe Vera is commonly used for soothing skin and is generally safe for babies in topical products

Confidence: HIGH

Kaolin Clay

✅1/10

Kaolin is a mild clay used on the skin. For babies 6–12 months it is generally very safe when used in lotions, creams, or wipes. It is not known to cause serious long-term harm when used on the skin.

No Known Risk - Government safety reviews find kaolin is not expected to be harmful to organs, is a low human-health priority, does not build up in the body, and is not considered an environmental toxin. Some product verification programs do require extra proof before allowing it, but current safety assessments do not identify real health risks for children from topical use.

Confidence: HIGH

Arrowroot

✅0/10

Maranta arundinacea is arrowroot, a natural starch used as a thickener and absorbent in topical products. It is very safe for babies 6-12 months in wipes and lotions.

No Known Risk - Arrowroot is a natural starch commonly used in baby powders and topical products. Current research and clinical experience show it is non-irritating, non-sensitizing, and not linked to any known health risks for babies when used topically.

Confidence: HIGH

Common Questions About Country Comfort BABY POWDER

Safe for older babies? Country Comfort BABY POWDER

Country Comfort BABY POWDER is not recommended for 6-12 month old babies due to potentially harmful ingredients.

What ingredients should I watch out for?

We analyzed 9 ingredients in Country Comfort BABY POWDER. 1 avoid, 4 concerning. Check the detailed analysis above for specific concerns.

Is this appropriate for older babies to using baby powder?

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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