MOIST SHAMPOO

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

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Can older babies use MOIST SHAMPOO?

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NO - AVOID

Danger Score: 31 (Lower is safer)

Quick Answer: MOIST SHAMPOO contains 28 ingredients. 1 concerning, 11 caution. Concerning - Has Problematic Ingredients ⚠️ Monitor for any reactions in older babies.

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Ingredients Analysis (28 found)

stearamidopropyl dimethylamine

🚨6/10

For babies 6-12 months this ingredient is a moderate concern. It's often used in hair conditioners. The biggest issues are possible contamination with unwanted chemicals and that experts recommend limiting its use in products left on the skin.

Immune system - A formal safety assessment notes this chemical can act as a possible human allergen or toxicant, which means it can trigger allergic reactions or immune responses in some people.

Irritant - Regulatory reviews and peer-reviewed studies report limited evidence of skin and eye irritation, and some animal studies show irritation at low doses, so it can cause redness, stinging, or rash on sensitive skin.

Eczema - Because the ingredient is flagged as a possible allergen and there is evidence of skin irritation, safety reviewers warn it can trigger or worsen eczema and similar skin conditions in sensitive users.

Asthma - Reviews note limited evidence of lung irritation and animal data showing respiratory effects, so inhalation or exposure could worsen breathing issues such as asthma in sensitive children.

Cancer - High-level contamination concerns have been raised for this ingredient, including possible presence of nitrosamines and related amines; industry safety panels recommend limits on impurities because nitrosamines are known carcinogens.

Organ Risk - A major chemical regulator has classified the substance as toxic or harmful to non-reproductive organ systems, indicating possible harm to organs with repeated or high exposures.

Banned - Industry safety reviews and expert panels recommend use restrictions and say it is unsafe for some product types (for example, leave-on products) unless strict impurity and concentration limits are followed, so it is restricted or disallowed in some uses.

Environmental - A national environmental agency lists this chemical as suspected to be toxic to the environment, so it may harm aquatic life or ecosystems if released.

Confidence: MEDIUM

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

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

dicetyldimonium chloride

⚠️5/10

For infants (6–12 months), this ingredient is generally not linked to cancer or developmental harm, but it has a moderate chance of causing allergic skin reactions or triggering breathing problems in sensitive children. Because babies have delicate skin and developing lungs, use extra caution.

Asthma - A professional asthmagen listing (Asthmagen compilation - AEOC exposures codes) reports strong human evidence that this ingredient acts as an allergen. That means it can trigger breathing problems or asthma attacks in sensitive children or people who breathe it in or have skin contact.

Immune system - This ingredient has a moderate concern for allergies and immunotoxicity and is described as a human toxicant or allergen with strong evidence in the asthmagen compilation. This suggests it can cause allergic reactions or affect the immune system in sensitive children.

Confidence: MEDIUM

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

sodium salicylate

⚠️5/10

For babies 6–12 months old (infants), sodium salicylate is considered low-risk in small, well-formulated amounts, but because it’s related to aspirin and can get through skin, we stay cautious with infants.

No Known Risk - Available safety reviews find no concerns above low for typical topical use. An industry safety panel judged it safe when kept within concentration limits and formulated to avoid irritation or increased sun sensitivity. A government assessment found it unlikely to cause organ harm and not likely to persist or build up in the environment or body. Peer-reviewed literature does not classify it as a human carcinogen. Some product-verification programs still require extra safety substantiation before allowing it in verified products.

Confidence: HIGH

ethanol

⚠️4/10

For a 6–12 month old baby (infant), ethanol can be used in small amounts but may dry or irritate delicate skin. It can also make the skin let more of other chemicals through, so we stay cautious.

Organ Risk - Environment Canada classifies ethanol as “expected to be toxic or harmful” to non-reproductive organs and lists it as a medium human-health priority. That means repeated or heavy exposure (even from skin use) could hurt organs such as the liver or kidneys.

Long-Term Risk - The ingredient record notes non-reproductive organ-system toxicity at a low-to-moderate level and the Environment Canada classification implies possible effects from repeated or long-term exposure. This points to potential health effects after years of use.

Absorbed - Animal studies (published research in 2003 and 2006) show ethanol can act as a penetration enhancer and change how chemicals move through skin. That means topical ethanol can increase how much of itself or other ingredients get into the body.

Confidence: HIGH

lauramidopropyl betaine

⚠️4/10

For infants 6–12 months old, this ingredient is generally okay in small amounts in rinse-off baby washes and shampoos. It’s a mild cleanser and most families won’t see problems, but there are some manufacturing and allergy concerns to be aware of.

Immune system - An expert safety review noted limited evidence that this ingredient can cause immune or allergic reactions. The same safety panel flagged allergies and immune effects as a concern (rated above low), so people with sensitive skin or known allergies could react.

Irritant - The safety assessment and expert report list limited evidence of allergy and skin reactions tied to this ingredient and related compounds. That means it can cause redness, itch, or contact dermatitis in some people, especially on sensitive baby skin.

Banned - Cosmetic safety reviewers and a product verification program have placed restrictions on use and require limits or proof for including this ingredient in certified products. An expert panel specifically recommended use or concentration limits, which signals regulatory caution.

Long-Term Risk - The ingredient record flags high contamination concerns: specific impurities (for example, 3‑dimethylaminopropylamine and related amines) were identified. Impurities can create risks over time with repeated exposure, so long-term safety depends on manufacturing controls.

Confidence: MEDIUM

sodium lauroyl sarcosinate

⚠️4/10

For babies 6–12 months, this is a mild cleanser usually safe in rinse-off baby shampoos and washes when used at low levels. There are some worries about contamination and irritation, so it should be used carefully.

Cancer - The ingredient notes flag possible contamination with nitrosamines, a class of chemicals known to raise cancer risk. This contamination concern was specifically called out in the ingredient safety notes.

Absorbed - Safety reviews by cosmetic safety panels and European regulators say this ingredient can act as a penetration enhancer, meaning it helps other substances get through the skin and into the body.

Irritant - A safety review and European agency findings, plus some animal studies, show this ingredient can cause eye and skin irritation at higher doses, so it can irritate sensitive baby skin or eyes.

Organ Risk - European regulatory assessment lists this chemical as potentially toxic or harmful to organs in some evaluations, while other agencies rate it lower; the presence of toxic classifications means organ effects are a real concern at some exposures.

Fertility - Peer‑reviewed animal studies show effects on development or reproduction at moderate doses, so there is evidence it can affect reproductive or developmental health in exposed animals.

Banned - Regulatory guidance and safety reviewers place use and concentration limits on this ingredient and some countries have restricted or prohibited it in certain product types, so its use is limited or banned in places.

Environmental - An environmental assessment flagged this ingredient as suspected to be toxic to the environment, indicating it may harm aquatic life or ecosystems if released.

Confidence: MEDIUM

tetrasodium edta

⚠️4/10

For a 6–12 month old infant, this ingredient is usually low risk for long-term harm when used in small amounts in baby wipes, lotions or shampoos. However, it can irritate skin and eyes and may help other ingredients get into the skin more easily, so extra care is wise for babies.

Irritant - This ingredient is officially classed as an irritant by the EU GHS hazard codes. That means it can cause skin or eye redness, itch, or breathing irritation if it touches skin or is breathed in.

Organ Risk - Environment Canada lists this chemical as expected to be toxic or harmful to non-reproductive body systems and gives it a medium human-health priority. That signals a real risk of harm to organs (for example liver or kidneys) with harmful exposures.

Absorbed - A cosmetic safety panel (Cosmetic Ingredient Review) identifies this ingredient as a penetration enhancer. That means it can help other substances, and itself, get through the skin into the body.

Long-Term Risk - Workplace limits and the medium health-priority classification (reported by regulators) indicate caution for repeated or long-term exposure. Those findings suggest possible health effects after years of exposure.

Confidence: HIGH

ppg-2 methyl ether

⚠️4/10

Cannot understand what ppg-2 methyl ether is it might be a misreading or a typo not a recognized ingredient in baby products

Confidence: HIGH

ethylhexyl

⚠️4/10

Cannot understand what ethylhexyl is it might be a misreading or a typo as it is not a complete ingredient name

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-40 hydrogenated castor

✅3/10

For babies 6–12 months old (older infants), this ingredient is usually low risk and often used in wipes, lotions and creams to help oils mix in. The main worry is not the ingredient itself but possible small amounts of harmful manufacturing leftovers (called ethylene oxide and 1,4‑dioxane).

Confidence: HIGH

peg/ppg-20/23 dimethicone

✅3/10

For babies aged 6–12 months this ingredient is generally low risk for causing cancer or developmental problems, but there are concerns about contamination during manufacturing. Use is best kept limited and cautious for infants.

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

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

polysorbate 20

✅2/10

For infants 6–12 months (older babies), Polysorbate 20 is usually low risk. It helps mix oils and water in baby wipes and lotions and rarely causes irritation. The main issue is possible tiny amounts of manufacturing contaminants, so we take a cautious approach.

Confidence: HIGH

polysorbate 80

✅2/10

For babies 6–12 months (infants, older babies): this ingredient is usually safe when it appears at low levels in baby lotions, creams or other skin products. Long‑term health risks are considered low. The thing to watch for is contamination from manufacturing byproducts, which can be avoided by choosing tested products.

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

bis-aminopropyl dimethicone

✅1/10

Bis-Aminopropyl Dimethicone is a silicone used for conditioning skin and hair low absorption and low irritation risk in topical baby products

No Known Risk - Bis-Aminopropyl Dimethicone is a silicone-based conditioning agent commonly used in topical products. Current research and safety assessments indicate it is non-irritating, non-sensitizing, and not associated with hormone disruption, cancer, or other systemic risks when used topically. There is no evidence linking it to eczema, asthma, or other health concerns in babies. Regulatory agencies have not flagged it for special caution in infant care. Therefore, it is considered safe for topical use on babies based on available data.

Confidence: HIGH

cetyl alcohol

✅1/10

For babies 6–12 months (older infants), cetyl alcohol is usually safe in creams and wipes. It helps make lotions feel smooth and is not known to be harmful in the tiny amounts used in baby products. A few babies with very sensitive skin may get a rash.

Confidence: MEDIUM

glutamic acid

✅1/10

Glutamic acid is a natural amino acid used in creams and lotions. For babies aged 6–12 months it is generally low risk when used in ordinary baby products and in small amounts.

No Known Risk - Reviewed safety summaries from regulatory bodies show no meaningful hazards for topical use. The U.S. food regulator lists it as safe for certain uses, Environment Canada finds it not likely to cause organ harm, not persistent, and not likely to build up in the body, and the Cosmetic Ingredient Review notes only standard industry use limits. There are no higher-level concerns for cancer, development, allergies, or organ toxicity in these reviews, so no specific health risks are indicated.

Confidence: HIGH

polyquaternium-11

✅1/10

For babies aged 6–12 months this ingredient is generally considered low risk when used on the skin. Public and regulatory reviews describe it as unlikely to cause long-term harm, but the safety checks rely on how much is used in the product and there isn’t a lot of independent data.

No Known Risk - A government review found this ingredient is not expected to be toxic to organs, and it is not likely to build up in the body or harm the environment. An industry safety panel notes limits on how it is used and some gaps in data, but no higher-level health concerns (like cancer, hormone or developmental risks) were identified. Based on those reviews, there are no known health risks above low concern.

Confidence: LOW

sodium citrate

✅1/10

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.

No Known Risk - Reviewed safety information shows only low-level concerns. U.S. food regulators say it is allowed for some food uses, a cosmetic safety panel notes allowed limits and some data gaps but does not show hazards at normal use, and a national environment agency finds it unlikely to harm organs, build up in the body, or persist in the environment. Because no health concern was reported above low, there are no specific risks identified for typical topical use.

Confidence: HIGH

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

stearyl alcohol

✅1/10

For infants 6–12 months (baby, 6-12 month old), stearyl alcohol is generally low risk when used in small amounts in skin products. It works as a moisturizer helper and is not linked to cancer or long-term body harms, but it can irritate sensitive skin in some babies.

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 MOIST SHAMPOO

Safe for older babies? MOIST SHAMPOO

MOIST SHAMPOO is not recommended for 6-12 month old babies due to potentially harmful ingredients.

What ingredients should I watch out for?

We analyzed 28 ingredients in MOIST SHAMPOO. 1 concerning, 11 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.

No Guarantees: Results may be incomplete or inaccurate. Do not rely solely on this analysis.