Dermocrem® (Zinc Oxide Cream) Skin Protectant

skin protectant & rash ointment • For 6-12 month old babies • Skin contact 🧴

skin protectant & rash ointment

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Can older babies use Dermocrem® (Zinc Oxide Cream) Skin Protectant?

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NO - AVOID
Danger Score: 42 (Lower is safer)
Quick Answer: Dermocrem® (Zinc Oxide Cream) Skin Protectant contains 17 ingredients. 1 avoid, 3 concerning, 3 caution. Avoid - Contains Dangerous Ingredients 🚫 Monitor for any reactions in older babies.

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Ingredients Analysis (17 found)

benzyl benzoate
🚫8/10
For babies aged 6–12 months (infants, older babies), benzyl benzoate can cause skin irritation and allergic reactions. It’s not a good choice for everyday baby lotions or creams.
Immune system - This chemical is listed by the EU Cosmetics Directive and by the International Fragrance Association as a known human allergen. That means it can trigger immune reactions in people who touch it, so a child could have an allergic response to a product that has this ingredient.
Irritant - Because regulators require special labeling for allergens, and industry guidance shows strong evidence of allergic responses, this ingredient can cause skin irritation such as redness and itching when used on skin.
Eczema - Regulatory and industry sources identify this ingredient as a skin allergen. That same allergen activity can trigger or make eczema and contact dermatitis worse in sensitive children.
Organ Risk - Workplace safety listings under EU GHS set limits and note that exposures must be kept low. Those restrictions exist because higher or repeated exposures raise concerns about harm from this chemical, so workplace rules show potential organ-related risk with greater exposure.
Confidence: HIGH
butylated hydroxyanisole
🚨7/10
Butylated hydroxyanisole is a synthetic antioxidant with potential allergenicity and carcinogenicity concerns not recommended for infant skin
Cancer - Butylated Hydroxyanisole (BHA) is classified as 'reasonably anticipated to be a human carcinogen' by the US National Toxicology Program based on animal studies showing increased cancer risk with long-term exposure.
Irritant - BHA can cause skin irritation, particularly on sensitive or damaged skin, which is a concern for babies.
Hormones - Some studies suggest BHA may have endocrine-disrupting properties, potentially interfering with hormone function.
Absorbed - BHA can be absorbed through the skin, raising concerns about systemic exposure in babies.
Banned - BHA is banned or restricted in cosmetic products in some countries, such as the European Union, due to safety concerns.
Builds Up - BHA is a persistent compound that can accumulate in the body with repeated exposure.
Long-Term Risk - Long-term exposure to BHA has been linked to health risks, including cancer and organ toxicity, in animal studies.
Confidence: HIGH
benzyl cinnamate
🚨6/10
For babies aged 6–12 months, benzyl cinnamate can cause skin allergies and irritation. Because baby skin is delicate, it’s safer to avoid products that list this ingredient or generic “fragrance.”
Immune system - This ingredient is identified as a human allergen and possible immune-system toxicant by European regulators and fragrance industry safety groups. Those assessments say it can trigger allergic immune reactions in people, so it poses a real allergy risk for children with sensitive skin or allergies.
Irritant - Safety reviews from European chemical and cosmetics authorities report evidence of dermal toxicity and allergy, meaning the compound can cause skin redness, itchiness, or rashes on contact. That makes it an irritant risk for babies and children who have more sensitive skin.
Eczema - Because the ingredient is linked to skin allergy and dermal reactions by regulators and industry safety bodies, it can trigger or worsen eczema and similar skin conditions in children prone to those problems.
Confidence: HIGH
linalyl acetate
🚨6/10
For babies aged 6–12 months, linalyl acetate is best treated with caution. It can cause skin sensitivity or allergic reactions, especially if the product has been exposed to air or is an old/opened essential oil product. Other long-term toxicity concerns are low.
Immune system - Linalyl acetate can turn into strong contact allergens when it oxidizes in air. This allergy risk is noted by regulatory and health authorities, which list it as a human allergen/toxicant and flag immunotoxicity concerns.
Irritant - Oxidized linalyl acetate is linked to skin reactions and dermal toxicity in people. Testing and safety reviews report it can cause contact dermatitis and other skin irritation after topical use.
Eczema - Because it can form potent contact allergens on air exposure, this ingredient can trigger or make eczema and similar skin conditions worse, as noted in clinical reports and chemical safety assessments.
Confidence: MEDIUM-HIGH
benzyl alcohol
⚠️5/10
For babies 6–12 months (infants), benzyl alcohol can cause skin irritation and allergic reactions. It’s not as risky as for newborns, but it isn’t completely risk-free for this age.
Immune system - Benzyl alcohol is a known human allergen with strong evidence of immune effects. Regulators and scientific reviews list it as an allergenic or immunotoxicant and there are human case reports of allergic reactions, so it can trigger immune responses in children.
Eczema - There are strong reports and regulatory listings showing benzyl alcohol can cause allergic skin reactions. Because of this, it can trigger or make eczema and similar rashes worse on sensitive baby skin.
Irritant - There is documented evidence of skin and eye irritation from benzyl alcohol (including agency evaluations of irritation), so it can cause redness, stinging, or rashes—especially on sensitive or infant skin.
Organ Risk - Government hazard classifications and peer-reviewed sources have identified benzyl alcohol as toxic or harmful to organ systems at some exposures. These classifications indicate repeated or higher exposures could affect organs (for example liver or kidneys).
Confidence: MEDIUM
lavender fragrance
⚠️5/10
Lavender fragrance may contain allergens and sensitizers not recommended for infants skin likely used for scent
Irritant - Lavender fragrance can cause skin irritation, especially in babies with sensitive skin, due to its essential oil components.
Hormones - Some studies suggest lavender oil may have hormone-disrupting effects, such as acting as a weak estrogen mimic, which is a concern for developing children.
Confuse Hormones - Lavender fragrance contains compounds that may act as endocrine disruptors, potentially confusing natural hormone signals in babies.
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
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
citric acid
✅2/10
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.
Confidence: HIGH
lanolin
✅2/10
Lanolin is generally safe for babies but may cause allergic reactions in some sensitive infants used as a moisturizer or skin protectant
Confidence: HIGH
liquid paraffin
✅2/10
Liquid paraffin is a common emollient in baby care products generally safe for topical use in 6-12 months babies minor risk of irritation in rare cases
Confidence: HIGH
microcrystalline wax
✅2/10
For a baby 6–12 months old, microcrystalline wax in creams or balms is generally low risk when used in normal amounts. The biggest note from studies is that some petroleum-based waxes can slowly build up in the body with long-term heavy use.
Confidence: HIGH
paraffin wax
✅2/10
Paraffin wax is generally safe in topical baby products as an emollient but may rarely cause irritation in sensitive infants
Confidence: HIGH
sodium benzoate
✅2/10
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.
Confidence: MEDIUM
sorbitan sesquioleate
✅2/10
For babies aged 6–12 months this ingredient is usually safe when used in products made for infants. Major health reviews find low concern for cancer, reproductive harm, and widespread allergy risk, but a few people can be sensitive.
No Known Risk - Current safety reviews and a government health assessment find no health hazards from normal topical use and classify it as low priority for human health. An industry safety review notes some data gaps and recommends limits on how it is used, but no concerns above low were identified.
Confidence: MEDIUM
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
purified 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 Dermocrem® (Zinc Oxide Cream) Skin Protectant

Safe for older babies? Dermocrem® (Zinc Oxide Cream) Skin Protectant

Dermocrem® (Zinc Oxide Cream) Skin Protectant is not recommended for 6-12 month old babies due to potentially harmful ingredients.

What ingredients should I watch out for?

We analyzed 17 ingredients in Dermocrem® (Zinc Oxide Cream) Skin Protectant. 1 avoid, 3 concerning, 3 caution. Check the detailed analysis above for specific concerns.

Is this appropriate for older babies to using skin protectant & rash ointment?

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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