Yardley Gentleman Classic

baby powder • For 6-12 month old babies • Skin contact 🧴

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Can older babies use Yardley Gentleman Classic?

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NO - AVOID

Danger Score: 21 (Lower is safer)

Quick Answer: Yardley Gentleman Classic contains 7 ingredients. 2 avoid, 2 caution. Avoid - Contains Dangerous Ingredients 🚫 Monitor for any reactions in older babies.

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Ingredients Analysis (7 found)

Talc super fin

🚫8/10

For infants 6–12 months (older babies), talc is not recommended. It can be breathed in and may be contaminated with asbestos-like fibers; some health agencies have raised cancer concerns and some countries restrict its use.

Cancer - Government and health review bodies have linked talc to cancer. The ingredient record includes listings of 'known human carcinogen' and notes evaluations by an international cancer research agency (IARC) that found evidence connecting talc exposure to cancer in some uses. This means using talc (especially powdered forms that can be inhaled or used in the genital area) has been tied to increased cancer risk in some studies.

Banned - Several regulators limit or restrict talc in cosmetics. The ingredient record shows use and manufacturing restrictions cited by the EU Cosmetics rules and Health Canada, meaning some governments have banned or tightly limited talc in certain products or concentrations.

Organ Risk - A national environmental health agency (Environment Canada) classifies talc as expected to be toxic or harmful to non-reproductive organs and gives it a medium human-health priority. The record also flags contamination with asbestos-like (asbestiform) fibers, which can damage lungs after inhalation.

Long-Term Risk - The harms linked to talc (cancer and organ damage) are tied to repeated or long-term exposure. Agencies that reviewed talc list these long-term health concerns, so regular use over time raises added risk.

Absorbed - The ingredient record notes enhanced skin absorption for talc in some uses. That means talc or impurities in talc may more easily get past the skin and into the body in some product forms.

Confidence: HIGH

triclosan

🚫8/10

For babies 6–12 months old (infants, babies, little ones), triclosan is not a good ingredient to use regularly. It can irritate skin, has been linked to immune and hormone changes in studies, and may carry contamination risks reported by health agencies.

Irritant - This ingredient is formally classified as a skin and eye irritant under EU GHS hazard codes, so it can cause redness, stinging or soreness on baby skin or eyes.

Immune system - Human case studies and population data show possible immune and allergic effects, and an occupational clinic review lists it as an immune/respiratory toxicant—so it can trigger allergic or immune reactions in some people.

Asthma - An occupational and environmental clinical assessment identifies this chemical as a respiratory toxicant/allergen, meaning it can worsen breathing problems or asthma in sensitive children.

Hormones - Multiple studies show this chemical can change thyroid-related hormone activity and affect development at low doses, so it can interfere with normal hormone systems in growing children.

Confuse Hormones - Research shows the compound alters hormone‑linked gene expression and developmental processes in animal studies, meaning it can act like a fake hormone and confuse the body's signals.

Organ Risk - Lab and regulatory assessments report harms to non-reproductive organs (for example effects on muscle function) and list it as potentially toxic to organ systems, so repeated exposure could harm organs like muscle or liver.

Builds Up - Peer‑reviewed studies and pollutant reviews report persistence and bioaccumulation in wildlife and concern for bioaccumulation in people, so the chemical can build up in the body and environment over time.

Banned - Health authorities in some countries restrict or limit its use in cosmetics, indicating regulatory restrictions already in place for safety reasons.

Long-Term Risk - Because it is persistent, bioaccumulative and linked to contamination concerns (including reports of chlorinated byproducts), there is a realistic risk of long‑term health effects with repeated exposure over years.

Environmental - Regulatory and peer‑reviewed sources report toxicity to wildlife and environmental harm, so this ingredient can negatively affect ecosystems when released into the environment.

Absorbed - Studies showing changes to thyroid‑related gene expression and developmental effects imply the chemical is taken up into the body after skin contact and can reach internal tissues.

Confidence: HIGH

parfum

⚠️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

dipropylène glycol

⚠️4/10

For babies aged 6–12 months this ingredient is usually low risk when used on the skin in small amounts. Most safety notes are mild, but the main worry is possible contamination with two unwanted chemicals.

Cancer - The ingredient data flags contamination with ethylene oxide and 1,4‑dioxane. Those two contaminants are recognized by health authorities as cancer-causing or likely cancer-causing chemicals, so a product tainted with them could raise cancer risk over time.

Long-Term Risk - Toxicology work on this chemical and the contamination concerns point to possible harms after repeated or long-term exposure. Animal toxicology studies and the presence of cancer-linked contaminants mean longer-term health effects are a real concern.

Organ Risk - Animal studies cited in the ingredient data showed kidney effects at high doses, and a human case report linked ingestion to acute kidney injury. These findings mean the substance has been tied to organ-level harm in some studies.

Confidence: MEDIUM

carbonate de calcium

✅1/10

For babies 6–12 months (infants, babies, little ones), calcium carbonate used on the skin in creams or well-formulated products is generally safe and low risk. It is commonly used as a gentle thickener, absorbent, or mild scrub material.

Confidence: HIGH

carbonate de magnésium

✅1/10

Magnesium carbonate is generally very low risk for 6–12 month old babies when used on the skin in normal product amounts. It’s commonly used to help absorb moisture and keep products from clumping.

No Known Risk - Regulatory assessments conclude this ingredient is not expected to harm organs, does not build up in the body, and is not an environmental toxin. No health concerns above a low level were identified for its topical use, so no specific risks were found.

Confidence: HIGH

silicate de calcium

✅1/10

For babies 6–12 months (infants), calcium silicate is generally safe when it’s used in normal baby creams, lotions, or powders. Reviews by government and industry groups find it low risk when used properly.

No Known Risk - Regulatory reviews find no clear health dangers for topical use. A national environmental agency says it is not expected to be toxic, not likely to build up in the body, and is a low human-health priority. The U.S. food agency allows limited uses but also restricts some food uses, and an industry safety panel notes safety is judged by typical concentrations and that some data gaps exist. No concerns above low were found for cancer, development, or immune effects. For normal topical use on children, no known risks have been identified.

Confidence: HIGH

Common Questions About Yardley Gentleman Classic

Safe for older babies? Yardley Gentleman Classic

Yardley Gentleman Classic is not recommended for 6-12 month old babies due to potentially harmful ingredients.

What ingredients should I watch out for?

We analyzed 7 ingredients in Yardley Gentleman Classic. 2 avoid, 2 caution. Check the detailed analysis above for specific concerns.

Is this appropriate for older babies to using baby powder?

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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