Johnson's shiny & soft shampoo

shampoo & bodywash & conditioner • For 6-12 month old babies • Skin contact 🧴

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Can older babies use Johnson's shiny & soft shampoo?

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NO - AVOID

Danger Score: 10 (Lower is safer)

Quick Answer: Johnson's shiny & soft shampoo contains 20 ingredients. 3 caution. Use with Caution ⚠️ Monitor for any reactions in older babies.

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Ingredients Analysis (20 found)

Cocamidopropyl Betaine

⚠️5/10

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.

Immune system - Cosmetic safety reviews (Cosmetic Ingredient Review and draft safety reports) report limited evidence that cocamidopropyl betaine can sensitize skin or trigger allergic reactions. That means it can affect the immune system in some people, especially those with sensitive skin.

Irritant - Industry safety assessments note limited evidence of skin sensitization and explicitly warn the ingredient may be unsafe in products left on the skin (not rinsed off). This shows it can cause redness, itching, or irritation for some users.

Eczema - Safety panels and reports observed cases of sensitization and recommend limits on use and product types. Because it can provoke skin reactions, it may trigger or worsen eczema in sensitive children.

Cancer - Regulatory and industry reviews flag contamination concerns for this ingredient, including nitrosamines and related amines. Nitrosamines are known to be carcinogenic, so impurity risks raise a cancer concern unless impurities are controlled as industry reviewers recommend.

Banned - Expert panels and tentative regulatory reports recommend use, concentration, and manufacturing restrictions for this ingredient and note it is unsafe in some product types (leave-on). While not universally banned, it is subject to regulatory or industry limits in some contexts.

Environmental - A national environmental agency (Environment Canada) flagged this ingredient as a suspected environmental toxin, indicating possible harm to ecosystems if released into the environment.

Confidence: HIGH

Fragrance

⚠️5/10

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.

Irritant - Fragrance mixtures often contain chemicals that can cause skin irritation, redness, or rashes, especially on sensitive baby skin.

Eczema - Fragrances are known triggers for eczema flare-ups and can worsen symptoms in babies with sensitive or atopic skin.

Asthma - Fragrance chemicals can release volatile organic compounds (VOCs) that may worsen asthma or breathing issues in babies and children.

Hormones - Some fragrance ingredients, such as certain phthalates, are suspected endocrine disruptors that may interfere with hormone development.

Absorbed - Certain fragrance chemicals can be absorbed through the skin and detected in the bloodstream, raising concerns for systemic exposure.

Breast Milk - Some fragrance components, including phthalates, have been detected in breast milk, indicating they can pass from mother to baby.

Banned - Some fragrance ingredients are banned or restricted in the EU and other countries due to health concerns.

Builds Up - Certain fragrance chemicals, such as some phthalates and musks, can accumulate in the body over time with repeated exposure.

Long-Term Risk - Long-term exposure to some fragrance chemicals has been linked to chronic health effects, including hormone disruption and allergic diseases.

Confidence: HIGH

naturally-derived ingredients

⚠️4/10

Cannot understand what naturally-derived ingredients specifically refers to it is a vague term not a single identifiable ingredient might be a misreading or typo

Confidence: HIGH

Decyl Glucoside

✅3/10

For babies 6–12 months, Decyl Glucoside is generally considered a gentle cleansing ingredient and is often used in baby washes and wipes. Most of the time it is safe when rinsed off, but a small number of people can get allergic or irritating reactions.

Confidence: HIGH

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

PEG-150 Distearate

✅3/10

For babies 6 to 12 months old, this ingredient is usually safe in small amounts in skin products. The main worry is tiny traces of manufacturing impurities, not the ingredient itself.

Confidence: MEDIUM

PEG-80 Sorbitan Laurate

✅3/10

For babies aged 6–12 months this ingredient is generally low risk when used in normal baby products. However, it can cause skin reactions in some children and there are concerns about manufacturing impurities, so extra caution is reasonable.

Confidence: MEDIUM

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

Glycol Distearate

✅2/10

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.

Confidence: MEDIUM

Polyquaternium-10

✅2/10

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.

Confidence: MEDIUM

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

Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate

✅2/10

For babies 6–12 months this is a gentle cleansing ingredient and is usually low risk. It is commonly used in baby wash and similar products and is not linked to cancer or long-term harm at normal use levels.

Confidence: HIGH

Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil

✅1/10

Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil is argan oil used as a moisturizer generally safe for baby skin with low allergy risk

No Known Risk - Argan oil is widely used in baby and adult skincare with no evidence of causing harm or adverse effects when used topically. There are no credible studies linking it to irritation, hormone disruption, cancer, or other health risks in babies. It is generally considered safe for topical use on sensitive skin, including that of infants.

Confidence: HIGH

Glycerin

✅1/10

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.

Confidence: HIGH

Hydroxypropyl Guar

✅1/10

For a 6-12 month old baby (infant), Hydroxypropyl Guar is generally safe when used in baby wipes and baby lotions. It is used to thicken and stabilize products and has very low reported risks.

Confidence: HIGH

Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride

✅1/10

For babies 6–12 months (infants, little ones), this conditioning ingredient is generally low risk in rinse-off products like baby shampoo or body wash. It is not linked to major hazards in the provided ingredient listing.

No Known Risk - Available safety assessments for this topical ingredient show only low-level concerns (for cancer, allergies, reproductive effects, and use limits). No higher-level health risks were found for normal topical use, so there are no known significant harms for children when used as intended.

Confidence: HIGH

Silk Amino Acids

✅1/10

For babies aged 6–12 months (infants, older babies, young babies), silk amino acids are usually safe when included in skin products. Most babies won’t have a problem, but a few may be sensitive to protein-based ingredients.

No Known Risk - Reviewed safety data show only low-level concerns and no hazards above low. Cosmetic safety reviewers note use guidance and possible limits on how the ingredient is used, but they do not identify real health risks like hormone disruption, organ harm, cancer, or strong allergy risk at typical use. So there are no known higher-than-low risks for children from topical use.

Confidence: MEDIUM

Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate

✅1/10

For babies 6–12 months old this ingredient is considered low risk and is commonly used in gentle cleansers. It is safest when used in products you rinse off, like baby wash or shampoo.

No Known Risk - Reviews by a cosmetic safety review panel and a national environment agency found no significant health hazards. The ingredient is not thought to build up in the body or harm organs, and it is considered safe in products when used at the allowed levels (with different limits for rinse-off versus leave-on products). There are some notes about possible mild irritation and that safety limits are set, but overall no real health risks were identified.

Confidence: MEDIUM

Laury Glucoside

✅1/10

Laury Glucoside is a mild non ionic surfactant commonly used in baby shampoos and body washes. It is very gentle and safe for babies 6 to 12 months.

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 Johnson's shiny & soft shampoo

Safe for older babies? Johnson's shiny & soft shampoo

Johnson's shiny & soft shampoo is not recommended for 6-12 month old babies due to potentially harmful ingredients.

What ingredients should I watch out for?

We analyzed 20 ingredients in Johnson's shiny & soft shampoo. 3 caution. Check the detailed analysis above for specific concerns.

Is this appropriate for older babies to using shampoo & bodywash & conditioner?

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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Product Recognition: Product names are identified programatically and may be incorrect. Always verify product identity yourself.

Safety Analysis: Evaluations are for research only - consult pediatricians for medical decisions. Do not rely solely on this analysis.

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