ULTIMATE OINTMENT

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

skin protectant & rash ointment

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Can older babies use ULTIMATE OINTMENT?

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NOT RECOMMENDED

Danger Score: 7 (Lower is safer)

Quick Answer: ULTIMATE OINTMENT contains 14 ingredients. 1 concerning, 3 caution. Concerning - Has Problematic Ingredients ⚠️ Monitor for any reactions in older babies.

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Ingredients Analysis (14 found)

retinyl palmitate

🚨7/10

Retinyl palmitate is a vitamin A derivative with potential skin irritation and toxicity risk for infants likely used as an antioxidant

Irritant - Retinyl Palmitate can cause skin irritation, redness, and peeling, especially on sensitive baby skin.

Sun Burn - Retinyl Palmitate may increase skin sensitivity to sunlight, raising the risk of sunburn.

Absorbed - Retinyl Palmitate can be absorbed through the skin and enter the bloodstream.

Cancer - Some studies suggest that Retinyl Palmitate may speed up the development of skin tumors when exposed to sunlight, though evidence is mixed.

Confidence: HIGH

petrolatum

⚠️4/10

For babies 6 to 12 months, purified white petrolatum is okay to use on small areas as a skin barrier and moisturizer.

Banned - In the EU, this ingredient is restricted unless it is very pure, because it can carry PAH leftovers from oil. This rule comes from the EU Cosmetics Directive.

Organ Risk - Canada’s environmental health agency lists it as expected to be harmful and a high health priority. With repeat use, it may stress organs like the liver.

Builds Up - Studies in people (2015) and in lab rats (2017) found mineral oil parts can collect in body tissues over time. Small daily amounts can add up.

Long-Term Risk - Because it can build up in the body and may carry PAH impurities, risks can grow with years of use. Purity limits in the EU were set to lower this risk.

Confidence: MEDIUM

peg 100 stearate

⚠️4/10

For babies 6 to 12 months old, PEG-100 Stearate (an ingredient that helps water and oil mix in lotions) is usually low risk for causing irritation or allergic reactions. The main concern is that during manufacturing it can sometimes carry tiny amounts of unsafe contaminants. Because baby skin is still sensitive, it’s best to be careful.

Cancer - The ingredient record lists contamination with ethylene oxide and 1,4‑dioxane. These contaminants are linked with cancer risk, and the ingredient's safety notes flag those contamination concerns (noted in industry safety review information).

Environmental - A government assessment named in the ingredient record flags this substance as a suspected environmental toxin, meaning it may harm wildlife or ecosystems if released.

Long-Term Risk - Industry safety reviews for this ingredient note data gaps and that safety assessments relied on related chemicals. Combined with the contamination concerns, this means there may be unknown long-term health risks from repeated use.

Confidence: MEDIUM

acrylated poly stearate

⚠️4/10

Acrylated poly stearate is not a well defined or commonly recognized ingredient. It may be a misreading or typo and safety data is unavailable.

Confidence: HIGH

aloe barbadensis extract

✅3/10

For a baby 6–12 months old (infant, baby), aloe vera extract used on the skin is usually safe and is often included to calm or moisturize skin. Most concerns are low, but some safety notes from ingredient records mean we should be cautious with very young children.

Confidence: HIGH

bisabolol

✅3/10

For a 6–12 month old baby (older infant), bisabolol is usually low risk and is used to calm and condition baby skin. However, some people can get skin allergies from it, so babies with sensitive skin need extra care.

Confidence: MEDIUM

tocopheryl acetate

✅3/10

Usually fine for most 6–12 month old babies when used sparingly on healthy skin. The main worry is a possible skin rash in sensitive babies.

Confidence: MEDIUM

tocopherol

✅2/10

For babies 6–12 months (infants, baby, toddler): tocopherol (vitamin E) is usually safe in small amounts found in baby lotions and wipes. Most babies tolerate it fine, but a few can get a rash or irritation.

Confidence: HIGH

allantoin

✅1/10

For babies aged 6–12 months, allantoin is generally safe and soothing when used in small amounts in baby skin products. It is commonly used to calm and protect skin and is not expected to cause serious harm at normal product levels.

No Known Risk - Government and industry safety reviews find no evidence that topical use of this ingredient harms organs, builds up in the body, or damages the environment. Reviewers do note some gaps in the safety data and recommend following concentration limits and proper testing for products, but no real hazards were identified for normal skin use.

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

hydrogenated castor oil

✅1/10

For a 6–12 month old baby (infant), hydrogenated castor oil is usually safe on the skin and has a low overall risk. It’s commonly used to make creams and lotions thicker and to help skin feel smooth. Most babies tolerate it well.

Confidence: HIGH

panthenol

✅1/10

Panthenol is generally safe for babies aged 6–12 months (infants, babies, little ones) when it is used in normal baby creams, lotions or wipes. Most babies tolerate it well and allergic reactions are uncommon.

No Known Risk - Health and regulatory reviews (including Canadian and U.S. assessments and industry safety panels) find panthenol has no reported hazards above a low level for topical use. It is not expected to harm organs, does not appear to build up in the body or the environment, and common concerns (cancer, allergies, reproductive effects) were rated low. There are some industry notes about safe use levels and a few data gaps, but no higher-level health risks were identified.

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

mineral oil

✅1/10

Mineral oil is widely used in baby products as a moisturizer and is considered very safe for topical use in 6-12 months babies

Confidence: HIGH

Common Questions About ULTIMATE OINTMENT

Safe for older babies? ULTIMATE OINTMENT

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

What ingredients should I watch out for?

We analyzed 14 ingredients in ULTIMATE OINTMENT. 1 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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