Neutrogena pure & free baby SUNSCREEN

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Can older babies use Neutrogena pure & free baby SUNSCREEN?

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Danger Score: 6 (Lower is safer)
Quick Answer: Neutrogena pure & free baby SUNSCREEN contains 24 ingredients. 1 concerning, 2 caution. Concerning - Has Problematic Ingredients ⚠️ Monitor for any reactions in older babies.

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Ingredients Analysis (24 found)

Chlorphenesin
🚨6/10
For babies 6–12 months (infant, crawler): Chlorphenesin is a preservative sometimes used in baby wipes and lotions. At the small amounts used in products it is usually allowed, but some safety reviewers report it can irritate skin or trigger allergic reactions, and a few countries limit certain uses. Because babies at this age have more skin contact, be cautious.
Immune system - Moderate evidence shows chlorphenesin can cause skin allergy and immune effects in people and animals, as found by the Cosmetic Ingredient Review and supporting animal studies.
Irritant - There is limited to moderate evidence that chlorphenesin can irritate skin, eyes, and the respiratory tract, based on assessments from a European chemical agency and the Cosmetic Ingredient Review.
Organ Risk - A European chemicals authority has classified chlorphenesin as potentially toxic or harmful to non-reproductive organs, indicating a real organ-health concern despite differing views from other agencies.
Banned - Use of chlorphenesin is restricted or prohibited for some cosmetic uses under rules set by the Japan Ministry of Health, showing it is limited by regulators in at least one country.
Builds Up - A published review flagged chlorphenesin as persistent and bioaccumulative with moderate-to-high toxicity potential, which means it may stay in the body or environment over time.
Environmental - Some scientific review raised concerns about persistence and toxicity to people and the environment, indicating possible environmental harm even though some agencies did not find the same risk.
Eczema - Because there is moderate evidence that chlorphenesin can cause skin allergy and irritation in people, it may trigger or worsen eczema and other sensitive-skin conditions.
Asthma - Limited evidence of respiratory irritation suggests chlorphenesin could make breathing problems or asthma worse in sensitive children.
Long-Term Risk - Given reports of persistence, bioaccumulation, and moderate toxicity, there is a plausible risk of long-term health effects after repeated or long-term exposure.
Confidence: MEDIUM
Phenethyl Alcohol
⚠️4/10
For babies 6–12 months old, this ingredient is usually low risk for long-term harm, but some babies can get a skin allergy or irritation from it. Be careful with fragranced products.
Immune system - There is strong human evidence that this ingredient can cause allergic reactions. The EU Cosmetics Directive lists it as a human allergen, and expert reviewers say its use should be limited to certain concentrations to reduce risk.
Eczema - Because it is identified as a human allergen, this ingredient can trigger or make eczema and similar skin rashes worse in sensitive children. Regulatory guidance and safety reviews call for limits on how much can be used for that reason.
Irritant - This ingredient can cause skin redness, itching, or rash on sensitive skin. Safety reviewers note concentration limits and product-type restrictions to lower the chance of irritation.
Confidence: MEDIUM
Ethyl Methicone
⚠️4/10
Ethyl methicone is not a recognized cosmetic or sunscreen ingredient. It may be a misreading or typo of methyl methicone or similar silicone. Cannot assess safety accurately.
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
Feverfew Leaf Juice
3/10
For babies 6–12 months old, this ingredient is generally low risk when used on the skin in small amounts. Most safety data show low concerns, but infant skin is still sensitive so watch for irritation.
No Known Risk - Available safety summaries for this topical feverfew leaf juice show only low-level findings and no concerns above low for cancer, allergies, reproductive effects, or use restrictions. That means no real health risks were identified for children from typical topical use based on the provided safety data.
Confidence: MEDIUM
Glyceryl Behenate
3/10
For babies aged 6–12 months (infant, baby), glyceryl behenate is generally low risk and is used to soften and stabilize creams. But it can sometimes irritate skin and may increase how much other ingredients soak in, so it's not completely without concern.
Confidence: MEDIUM
Phenoxyethanol
3/10
For babies 6–12 months old (infants and older babies), phenoxyethanol in lotions or wipes is usually low risk when the product is made for babies and the preservative is used at low levels. It can still irritate the skin or eyes in some babies, and very rarely cause an allergic reaction.
Confidence: MEDIUM
Styrene/Acrylates Copolymer
3/10
For babies 6–12 months, this ingredient is usually low risk. It’s used to make products stay on the skin. Most of the time it is considered safe when products are made so little of the ingredient is absorbed and the product is not irritating.
Confidence: MEDIUM
Acrylates/Dimethicone Copolymer
2/10
For babies aged 6 to 12 months, this ingredient is generally low risk when used in normal skin products. It mainly forms a light protective layer on the skin and does not usually cause serious health problems.
Confidence: MEDIUM
Cetyl Dimethicone
2/10
For babies 6–12 months (infants and older babies), cetyl dimethicone is usually low risk when used in normal baby skincare. It helps make skin feel soft. However, safety notes show possible contamination concerns, so being careful is wise.
Confidence: MEDIUM
Cetyl Dimethicone/Bis-Vinyldimethicone Crosspolymer
2/10
For babies 6–12 months old, this silicone-based texture ingredient is usually low risk. The main issue is possible contamination with small amounts of certain cyclic siloxanes that some reviewers recommend limiting. Used occasionally and in small amounts it is unlikely to cause harm, but extra caution is reasonable for this age.
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
Feverfew Flower Juice
2/10
For a 6–12 month old baby (older infant), Feverfew Flower Juice is generally considered low risk when used on the skin in small amounts. Babies still have sensitive skin, so we stay cautious and use it sparingly.
No Known Risk - Available safety summaries show only low-level concerns for cancer, allergies/immunity, reproductive/developmental effects, and use limits. No moderate or high hazards or ingredient-specific warnings were identified, so no real risks are listed for typical topical use.
Confidence: MEDIUM
Phenyl Trimethicone
2/10
For babies 6–12 months (older infants), this ingredient is likely low risk when used on the skin in normal baby products. It’s a skin-conditioning silicone that doesn’t absorb much into the body. But there is limited baby-specific data and a small chance of irritation, so use a little caution.
Confidence: MEDIUM
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
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
Octyldodecyl Citrate Crosspolymer
1/10
For babies aged 6–12 months, this ingredient is generally considered low risk when used on the skin. Public safety listings rate concerns like cancer, allergies, and effects on growth or reproduction as low.
No Known Risk - Based on available safety reviews for the topical ingredient, only low-level concerns were found for cancer, allergies, developmental/reproductive effects, and use restrictions. No higher-level hazards or warnings were identified in the safety data, so there are no known risks at this time.
Confidence: HIGH
Polyhydroxystearic Acid
1/10
This ingredient is generally low risk for babies 6–12 months old. It’s a large molecule used in creams and wipes that usually won’t get into the body. The main issue seen is mild skin or eye irritation in some people.
No Known Risk - Multiple regulatory safety reviews find this ingredient is not expected to damage organs, does not build up in the body, and is not an environmental toxin. There is only limited, low evidence that it can irritate skin or eyes with topical use. Taken together, current safety assessments show no real health risks for children from normal topical use.
Confidence: HIGH
Silica
1/10
Silica is used as an absorbent or anti-caking agent in topical products and is considered safe for baby skin in rinse-off or leave-on products
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
Feverfew Stem Juice
1/10
Feverfew extract is usually safe for babies aged 6–12 months when it’s used in small amounts in baby products. Serious risks are not expected, but some babies can be sensitive to plant extracts.
No Known Risk - Available safety information for topical feverfew extract shows only low-level concerns across cancer, allergies/immune effects, developmental and reproductive effects, and use restrictions. No moderate-or-higher hazards were identified for skin use in the reviewed data, so no specific risks are reported based on the available evidence.
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 Neutrogena pure & free baby SUNSCREEN

Safe for older babies? Neutrogena pure & free baby SUNSCREEN

Neutrogena pure & free baby SUNSCREEN is not recommended for 6-12 month old babies due to potentially harmful ingredients.

What ingredients should I watch out for?

We analyzed 24 ingredients in Neutrogena pure & free baby SUNSCREEN. 1 concerning, 2 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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