ZINC BALM

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

skin protectant & rash ointment

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Can older babies use ZINC BALM?

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NO - AVOID

Danger Score: 14 (Lower is safer)

Quick Answer: ZINC BALM contains 10 ingredients. 1 avoid, 1 concerning. Avoid - Contains Dangerous Ingredients 🚫 Monitor for any reactions in older babies.

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Ingredients Analysis (10 found)

tea tree leaf oil

🚫8/10

Tea Tree leaf oil can cause skin irritation and allergic reactions in infants and is not recommended for babies under 2 years old

Irritant - Tea tree oil is known to cause skin irritation, redness, and rashes, especially on sensitive baby skin, even when diluted.

Absorbed - Tea tree oil can be absorbed through the skin, and there are case reports of systemic toxicity in children after topical use.

Hormones - Some studies have linked tea tree oil to hormone disruption, including cases of prepubertal gynecomastia in boys, suggesting it may act as an endocrine disruptor.

Confidence: HIGH

lavender oil

🚨6/10

Lavender oil can cause skin irritation and possible hormone effects in infants under 12 months often used for fragrance

Irritant - Lavender oil can cause skin irritation, redness, or rashes, especially on sensitive baby skin, as documented in dermatological studies.

Hormones - Some studies have suggested that topical lavender oil may have hormone-disrupting effects, such as prepubertal gynecomastia in boys, indicating a potential risk for hormone disruption in babies.

Confidence: HIGH

chamomile oil

✅3/10

Chamomile oil is used for soothing skin but may cause irritation or allergy in some infants so use with caution

Confidence: MEDIUM

beeswax

✅2/10

Natural wax emollient and thickener forming a skin barrier. Used in wipes and lotions to stabilize and moisturize. Generally safe. Rare contact allergy, possible propolis contamination.

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

castor seed oil

✅1/10

Ricinus Communis Seed Oil is castor oil commonly used as an emollient in baby care products and is considered safe for topical use

Confidence: HIGH

cocoa seed butter

✅1/10

Theobroma cacao seed butter is cocoa butter commonly used as a skin moisturizer and is generally safe for baby skin

No Known Risk - Cocoa butter is widely used in baby products and is generally considered safe for topical use on baby skin. 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 cocoa butter itself. Current research and regulatory guidance do not identify cocoa butter as a risk for babies.

Confidence: HIGH

coconut oil

✅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

meadowfoam seed oil

✅1/10

Meadowfoam seed oil is used as an emollient in baby care products and is considered very safe for baby skin

No Known Risk - Meadowfoam Seed Oil is widely regarded as safe for topical use, including in baby products. There is no credible evidence linking it to irritation, hormone disruption, cancer, or other health risks in babies. It is non-comedogenic, stable, and not known to cause allergic reactions or be absorbed in harmful amounts. Current research and regulatory reviews do not associate it with any of the listed risks.

Confidence: HIGH

safflower seed oil

✅1/10

Safflower seed oil is generally safe for baby skin used as an emollient in lotions and wipes low risk of irritation or allergy

No Known Risk - Safflower seed oil is widely used in baby skincare products and is considered safe for topical use. There is no strong evidence linking it to irritation, allergies, or other health risks in babies. It is generally well-tolerated, even on sensitive skin, and is not associated with any of the listed risk categories.

Confidence: HIGH

Common Questions About ZINC BALM

Safe for older babies? ZINC BALM

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

What ingredients should I watch out for?

We analyzed 10 ingredients in ZINC BALM. 1 avoid, 1 concerning. 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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Safety Analysis: Evaluations are for research only - consult pediatricians for medical decisions. Do not rely solely on this analysis.

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