SheaMoisture Coconut & Hibiscus KIDS 2-IN-1 CURL & SHINE SHAMPOO & CONDITIONER

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

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Can older babies use SheaMoisture Coconut & Hibiscus KIDS 2-IN-1 CURL & SHINE SHAMPOO & CONDITIONER?

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NO - AVOID
Danger Score: 29 (Lower is safer)
Quick Answer: SheaMoisture Coconut & Hibiscus KIDS 2-IN-1 CURL & SHINE SHAMPOO & CONDITIONER contains 30 ingredients. 3 concerning, 2 caution. Concerning - Has Problematic Ingredients ⚠️ Monitor for any reactions in older babies.

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Ingredients Analysis (30 found)

cocamide mea
🚨7/10
For babies 6–12 months old, this ingredient is best avoided when possible. It can irritate skin or eyes in some people and there are concerns about contamination during manufacturing. It is more suited to rinse-off products and not ideal for delicate baby skin.
Cancer - Safety records flag possible contamination with nitrosamines. Nitrosamines are a class of impurities linked to cancer, so the presence of those contaminants is a real cancer concern for products using this ingredient.
Banned - A cosmetic safety review and industry guidance note limits and restrictions for this ingredient. It is considered unsafe in leave-on products and is restricted in use or concentration, so some countries or industry rules limit or prohibit certain uses.
Confidence: HIGH
behentrimonium chloride
🚨6/10
For a baby 6–12 months old, this ingredient is moderately safe when used in small amounts in rinse-off baby shampoos or conditioners. There is a moderate chance it could cause skin irritation or an allergic reaction, and some reviews point to restrictions on how it can be used in products.
Immune system - A specialist list of asthma-causing chemicals flags this ingredient as a human allergen, and reviews of quaternary ammonium compounds note links to immune or allergy effects. That means it can trigger allergic reactions in some people.
Asthma - An asthmagen compilation lists this chemical as a cause of respiratory allergy and there is limited evidence it can harm breathing. Kids with sensitive lungs or asthma could be affected.
Banned - This ingredient is subject to government limits: the EU cosmetics rules list restrictions and a cosmetic safety panel says it is allowed only with limits. That shows some countries regulate or limit its use.
Organ Risk - Some toxicology reviews and human-focused studies raise concern that quaternary ammonium compounds can affect organs. This ingredient has been noted as a possible human toxicant in those reports.
Fertility - Animal studies (mouse studies) found lower fertility after exposure to similar quaternary ammonium disinfectants, showing effects on male and female reproductive systems at moderate doses.
Hormones - Laboratory research found that quaternary ammonium compounds can interfere with cholesterol and hormone pathways, which suggests this ingredient may disrupt normal hormone processes.
Environmental - A government environmental review flags this class of chemicals as a suspected environmental toxin, so it may harm aquatic life or ecosystems if released widely.
Confidence: MEDIUM
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
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
ethylhexylglycerin
✅3/10
For babies 6–12 months old, this ingredient is usually low risk when used in small amounts in creams and lotions. However, it can sometimes cause skin irritation or a rare allergic reaction, and it can irritate the eyes.
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
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
hibiscus rosa-sinensis flower extract
✅2/10
Hibiscus rosa-sinensis flower extract is commonly used in baby shampoos for its soothing and conditioning properties. Generally safe but minor irritation possible in sensitive skin.
No Known Risk - Hibiscus Rosa-Sinensis Flower Extract is generally considered safe for topical use, with no strong evidence linking it to irritation, hormone disruption, cancer, or other health risks in babies. There are no major studies or regulatory warnings indicating harm when used on baby skin, so it is classified as having no known risk based on current research.
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
sodium lauroyl isethionate
✅2/10
For babies 6–12 months (older baby, infant), this is a gentle cleansing ingredient found in many baby shampoos and washes. It is usually safe when used in products that are rinsed off.
No Known Risk - Safety reviews by cosmetic and environmental authorities found no health concerns above a low level for normal topical use. A cosmetic safety panel said it is safe in products with some concentration limits, and a Canadian environmental review found no organ harm, no persistence, and no buildup in the body. A small note about possible mild skin or eye irritation exists but was not rated above low. Because no hazards were flagged above low, there are no known real risks for children from typical use.
Confidence: HIGH
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
ulmus fulva
✅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
althaea officinalis
✅1/10
Althaea Officinalis is marshmallow root used for soothing skin no major safety concerns in topical baby products
No Known Risk - Marshmallow root is generally considered safe for topical use, with no evidence in scientific literature linking it to skin irritation, hormone disruption, cancer, or other health risks in babies. There are no known reports of adverse effects or regulatory warnings for its topical use on infants.
Confidence: HIGH
butyrospermum parkii
✅1/10
Shea butter is generally safe for baby skin moisturization and barrier protection with low risk of irritation or allergy
No Known Risk - Shea butter is widely used in baby skincare products and is generally considered safe for topical use. There is no strong evidence linking it to irritation, allergies, hormone disruption, or other health risks in babies. Rare allergic reactions may occur, but these are uncommon and not specific to infants. Current research and regulatory guidance do not identify any significant risks for babies when shea butter is used topically.
Confidence: HIGH
capric triglyceride
✅1/10
For babies 6–12 months old, this ingredient is generally safe. It is a mild, lightweight oil used to soften skin and is unlikely to cause irritation or health harm when used in normal baby creams or wipes.
Confidence: HIGH
caprylic
✅1/10
For babies 6–12 months (older infants, six- to twelve-month-old babies), caprylic acid is usually safe in skin products when used as intended. Most reviews rate major health concerns as low, but a small number of people may get mild irritation of the skin or eyes.
Confidence: HIGH
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
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
cocos nucifera
✅1/10
Coconut oil is commonly used in baby care for moisturizing and is generally safe for 6-12 months babies unless allergic
No Known Risk - Coconut oil is widely used topically for babies and is generally considered safe. There is no strong evidence linking it to irritation, allergies, hormone disruption, cancer, or other health risks when used on healthy baby skin. Rare allergic reactions are possible, but not common enough to warrant a risk label based on current research.
Confidence: HIGH
hydroxyethylcellulose
✅1/10
For babies 6–12 months old, this ingredient is generally safe when used in normal baby lotions and creams. It mainly helps products feel smooth and stay mixed, and studies show only very small concerns for health.
No Known Risk - Government and industry reviews rate this ingredient as low concern for cancer, allergies, reproductive or developmental harm, and do not flag it as an environmental toxin. A national environmental health agency classifies it as not expected to be toxic and a low human-health priority, and an industry safety panel notes only that safe use depends on concentration and manufacturing controls. Taken together, these assessments indicate no known health risks for normal topical use at typical concentrations (sources: Environment Canada; Cosmetic Ingredient Review).
Confidence: MEDIUM
marshmallow root extract
✅1/10
Althaea Officinalis Extract is marshmallow root commonly used for soothing skin and is considered safe for baby topical use
No Known Risk - Marshmallow Root Extract 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. It is commonly used in baby skincare products and has a long history of safe use. No known adverse effects have been reported for topical application on infants.
Confidence: HIGH
slippery elm bark extract
✅1/10
For babies aged 6–12 months (older infants), Slippery Elm Bark Extract is generally low risk for skin use. It’s a natural soothing plant extract and the safety information provided flags only low-level concerns.
No Known Risk - A safety summary for this topical plant extract shows only low-level concerns across cancer, allergies/immunity, developmental/reproductive effects, and use restrictions. No categories were rated above low, so there is no identified health risk in the reviewed data.
Confidence: MEDIUM
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
sodium isethionate
✅1/10
For babies 6–12 months old, this is generally safe when used in rinse-off baby cleansers like shampoos or body washes. It has low long-term risk but can sometimes irritate skin or eyes.
No Known Risk - Expert reviews and regulatory assessments find no meaningful health hazards for sodium isethionate when used on the skin. A Canadian assessment concluded it is not expected to cause organ harm, is not persistent or likely to build up in the environment, and is not an environmental toxin. A cosmetic safety panel found it safe for use in cosmetics when used within concentration limits. Mild skin or eye irritation has been noted but the overall evidence points to low concern, so no specific health risks are identified for typical topical use.
Confidence: HIGH
sodium phytate
✅1/10
For a baby aged 6–12 months, sodium phytate is generally low risk when used in normal amounts in baby skin products. It is commonly used to help keep formulas stable. There is a small chance it can cause mild irritation, and regulators note limited concerns about absorption and non-reproductive organ effects at higher exposures.
No Known Risk - The available safety summary for this topical ingredient shows only low or limited concerns. Reports note occasional, limited eye/skin/respiratory irritation and one animal study that found tumors only at very high doses; a regulatory review lists low non‑reproductive organ toxicity and some product-use restrictions. No moderate or high level hazards were identified, so no real risks were found in the provided data.
Confidence: HIGH
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
shea butter
✅1/10
Shea butter is very safe for 6-12 month babies in topical products like shampoos and conditioners. It moisturizes and soothes skin without known toxicity.
Confidence: HIGH
coconut oil
✅1/10
Coconut oil is very safe for topical use in babies 6-12 months and is commonly used in baby care products for moisturizing and skin protection.
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 SheaMoisture Coconut & Hibiscus KIDS 2-IN-1 CURL & SHINE SHAMPOO & CONDITIONER

Safe for older babies? SheaMoisture Coconut & Hibiscus KIDS 2-IN-1 CURL & SHINE SHAMPOO & CONDITIONER

SheaMoisture Coconut & Hibiscus KIDS 2-IN-1 CURL & SHINE SHAMPOO & CONDITIONER is not recommended for 6-12 month old babies due to potentially harmful ingredients.

What ingredients should I watch out for?

We analyzed 30 ingredients in SheaMoisture Coconut & Hibiscus KIDS 2-IN-1 CURL & SHINE SHAMPOO & CONDITIONER. 3 concerning, 2 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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