Vitamins A&D 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 Vitamins A&D Ointment?

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NO - AVOID

Danger Score: 11 (Lower is safer)

Quick Answer: Vitamins A&D Ointment contains 6 ingredients. 1 concerning, 2 caution. Concerning - Has Problematic Ingredients ⚠️ Monitor for any reactions in older babies.

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Ingredients Analysis (6 found)

Lavender Oil

🚨6/10

For babies aged 6–12 months (infants), lavender oil may be safe in very low amounts in products made for babies, but it can irritate sensitive baby skin and there are a few scientific reports suggesting it might act like a hormone in rare cases. Because babies are still developing, it's safer to avoid putting concentrated lavender essential oil directly on their skin.

Hormones - There are medical case reports and laboratory studies that link topical lavender oil to hormone changes in children, including early breast development and small breast tissue in boys. These findings show the oil can affect normal hormone development in young children.

Confuse Hormones - Research studies found that lavender oil can act like estrogen in lab tests and in reported clinical cases. That means the oil may mimic or confuse the body’s natural hormone signals.

Absorbed - Cases of hormone effects after skin use mean the oil can get through skin and reach the body. Clinical reports showing systemic effects support that topical lavender oil can be absorbed into the bloodstream.

Confidence: HIGH

Vitamin A

⚠️5/10

Commonly added as retinyl compounds or provitamin A for skin health and antioxidant in lotions and wipes. Can irritate, increase photosensitivity, and may be absorbed in infants so use caution

Absorbed - Topical vitamin A (retinoids) can be absorbed through the skin, especially in infants with thinner skin barrier.

Organ Risk - Excessive topical vitamin A can potentially cause toxicity, affecting organs such as the liver, especially with repeated use or in high concentrations.

Long-Term Risk - Chronic exposure to high levels of vitamin A, even topically, may lead to cumulative toxicity and long-term health effects.

Confidence: MEDIUM

White 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

Lanolin

✅2/10

Lanolin is generally safe for babies but may cause allergic reactions in some sensitive infants used as a moisturizer or skin protectant

Confidence: HIGH

Vitamin D

✅2/10

For a 6–12 month old baby (older infant, crawling baby), vitamin D put on the skin in low amounts is usually safe. Most health concerns like cancer or allergies are reported as low. However, some governments limit or forbid vitamin D in cosmetic products, so not every topical product is allowed or recommended.

Confidence: HIGH

Light Liquid Paraffin

✅2/10

For babies (infants) 6-12 months old, mineral oil is usually considered low risk when put on normal, unbroken skin and used sparingly. It can help keep skin soft and prevent dryness.

Confidence: MEDIUM

Common Questions About Vitamins A&D Ointment

Safe for older babies? Vitamins A&D Ointment

Vitamins A&D Ointment is not recommended for 6-12 month old babies due to potentially harmful ingredients.

What ingredients should I watch out for?

We analyzed 6 ingredients in Vitamins A&D Ointment. 1 concerning, 2 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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