calendula body cream

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Is this safe for adults to use calendula body cream?

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Danger Score: 6 (Lower is safer)

Quick Answer: calendula body cream contains 31 ingredients. 1 concerning, 3 caution. Concerning - Has Problematic Ingredients ⚠️ Adults generally have higher tolerance.

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Ingredients Analysis (31 found)

Heliotropine

🚨6/10

Heliotropine also known as piperonal is restricted in cosmetics due to sensitization risk and possible carcinogenicity used for fragrance

Irritant - Piperonal can cause mild skin irritation in sensitive individuals, especially with repeated or prolonged topical exposure, which may be a concern for babies' delicate skin.

Confidence: HIGH

Water

⚠️5/10

Water is very safe for adult topical use and is commonly used as a solvent or base in lotions and cosmetics

Confidence: HIGH

Eau

⚠️5/10

Eau is water in French commonly used as a solvent in topical products. It is very safe with no known health risks for adult topical use.

Confidence: HIGH

Parfum

⚠️4/10

Premium Fragrance Oil is not a specific chemical ingredient but a generic term for a blend of fragrance compounds. Its exact composition is unknown so safety cannot be precisely assessed.

Confidence: HIGH

fragrance

✅3/10

Perfume is commonly used in topical products for fragrance. It can cause minor skin irritation or allergies in sensitive adults but is generally safe.

Confidence: HIGH

Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract

✅2/10

For adults: this chamomile flower extract is generally safe to use on the skin. It’s often added to creams and lotions to calm redness or mild irritation.

No Known Risk - Reviewed safety panels and chemical agencies found only limited or unclear evidence of harm from chamomile flower extract when used on the skin. Expert reviews say it is generally safe for cosmetic use with normal concentrations, and studies that suggested possible effects were small or mixed. Because no clear, higher-than-low concerns were identified, there are no specific risks to report.

Confidence: MEDIUM

Citric Acid

✅2/10

For adults, citric acid is usually safe in skin products when used at low levels. It's often added to change acidity and keep products stable. The main risk is stinging or irritation, especially in strong formulas or on damaged skin.

Confidence: HIGH

Linalyl Acetate

✅2/10

For adults: generally low concern for cancer or long‑term harm, but it can cause skin allergies in some people. Adults and grown‑ups who are sensitive may react to it, especially if the product has been exposed to air.

Confidence: HIGH

Potassium Sorbate

✅2/10

For adults: Potassium sorbate is a common preservative and is low risk for most people when used in normal cosmetic amounts. The main concern is that it can cause skin irritation or an allergic rash in some people.

Confidence: HIGH

Sodium Benzoate

✅2/10

For adults: sodium benzoate is a common preservative in creams, lotions and cleansers. When used at the small amounts usually found in products it is generally low risk. Most people will not have problems, though a few may get irritation or an allergic reaction.

Confidence: HIGH

Sodium Hydroxide

✅2/10

For adults: usually safe in finished skin products because it’s used in very small amounts and neutralized so the product isn’t harsh. The biggest risk is irritation or burns from concentrated forms or poorly formulated products.

Confidence: HIGH

Methyldihydrojasmonate

✅2/10

For adults, this ingredient used for scent is usually low risk, but it can cause allergic skin reactions in some people.

Confidence: HIGH

Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract

✅1/10

For adults: calendula (pot marigold) flower extract is generally safe on the skin and only rarely causes problems. Most people can use it without trouble, but people with plant or daisy-family allergies may react.

No Known Risk - Safety reviews for this calendula flower extract show only low-level concerns for cancer, allergies, and effects on growth/reproduction. Industry safety panels note limits on how much can be used and say some data are missing, but there is no clear evidence of real harm when used on the skin. Some verified product programs restrict its use unless makers provide extra safety information.

Confidence: HIGH

Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride

✅1/10

For adults this ingredient is considered very low risk. It is a mild, commonly used skin conditioner that most adults can use without problems.

Confidence: HIGH

Caprylyl Glycol

✅1/10

For adults, caprylyl glycol is generally safe when used on the skin in normal cosmetic products. It helps keep skin hydrated and helps preserve products. Most adults do not have problems with it.

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: HIGH

Cetearyl Alcohol

✅1/10

For adults (grown-ups), cetearyl alcohol is usually safe when used on skin. It helps creams feel smooth and thick and causes problems only rarely.

Confidence: HIGH

Cetearyl Olivate

✅1/10

For adults, cetearyl olivate is generally safe when used on the skin. It comes from olive oil and helps mix oil and water in creams. Reviews find only low-level concerns overall, with a small chance of irritation for sensitive people.

No Known Risk - Safety reviews by cosmetic experts find this ingredient safe for skin use. No moderate or high health concerns were identified for children. There are only small notes about possible mild irritation for some people and standard limits on how it is used, but these are low-level and not seen as a real health risk.

Confidence: HIGH

Dicaprylyl Ether

✅1/10

For adults, dicaprylyl ether is usually safe as a skin conditioner or moisturizer. It has a low level of concern for cancer or long-term harm, but a small number of studies show it can irritate skin or eyes at higher levels.

Confidence: HIGH

Glycerin

✅1/10

For adults: glycerin is a common, low‑risk ingredient used in creams and lotions to pull moisture into the skin. Most adults, including those with dry skin, tolerate it well.

Confidence: HIGH

Honokiol

✅1/10

For adults, honokiol used on the skin is generally low risk. Most safety signals are limited and uncommon, but a few lab and animal studies and a European agency report note possible irritation or effects at high doses.

No Known Risk - Available safety summaries and regulatory reviews show only low-level findings for topical use. Lab studies and a European chemical agency note limited signals (small cell tests for nerve cells, minor irritation reports, and some animal-level changes), but no higher-level human health warnings, bans, or strong evidence of harm were found. For typical topical use on children, no specific risks above low were identified.

Confidence: HIGH

Magnolol

✅1/10

For adults, magnolol used on the skin is generally safe. The safety information provided rates it low risk. Most people won’t have problems, though a small number may get minor skin irritation or an allergic reaction.

No Known Risk - Current safety reviews and ingredient assessments for topical magnolol do not show any health concerns above the lowest level. Available data do not indicate real risks for cancer, hormone disruption, organ damage, or developmental harm from typical topical use, so no specific child health risks are identified in the reviewed sources.

Confidence: HIGH

Octyldodecanol

✅1/10

For adults: Octyldodecanol is generally safe and helps products feel smooth. Most adults tolerate it well, but it can cause irritation (redness, stinging, or eye watering) in some people.

Confidence: HIGH

Sorbitan Olivate

✅1/10

For adults: Sorbitan Olivate is generally safe when used in skin products. It helps oil and water mix and is made from olive fatty acids. The ingredient listing shows low concerns for cancer, allergies, and effects on reproduction.

No Known Risk - Reviewed safety information shows only low-level concerns for cancer, allergies/immune effects, and reproductive or developmental effects. An industry safety panel (Cosmetic Ingredient Review) notes data gaps and recommends limits on concentration or product types, but did not identify higher-level hazards for normal topical use. Based on that, there are no known health risks above low at typical use.

Confidence: HIGH

Triethyl Citrate

✅1/10

For adults, triethyl citrate is generally safe to use on the skin. It’s often added to lotions and creams to help them spread or to carry fragrances. Serious harms like cancer or lasting body effects are not expected, but some people can get skin reactions.

Confidence: MEDIUM

Vanillin

✅1/10

For adults, vanillin (a vanilla scent) is usually safe when used on skin in normal amounts. Most people tolerate it fine, but it can cause allergic skin reactions in some.

Confidence: MEDIUM

Vaccinium Myrtillus (Blueberry) Leaf Extract

✅1/10

Vaccinium Myrtillus Leaf Extract is a plant extract commonly used in cosmetics for antioxidant benefits and is generally safe for adult topical use in products like shampoo and bodywash.

Confidence: HIGH

Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter

✅0/10

Shea butter is widely used in lotions and cosmetics with very low risk for adults. It is used as a moisturizer and skin softener.

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

Tapioca Starch

✅0/10

For adults (grown-ups), tapioca starch is generally safe to use on skin. It’s a common powder and thickener with very low reports of harm.

Confidence: HIGH

Aqua

✅0/10

For adults, plain water used on the skin is very safe. It's the main ingredient in many creams and lotions. It is not expected to cause cancer, major allergic problems, or harm to reproduction according to government safety reviews.

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

Olea Europaea (Olive) Fruit Oil

✅0/10

Organic olive oil is very safe for adult topical use and is commonly used as an emollient in lotions and cosmetics

No Known Risk - Olive oil is generally considered safe for topical use on baby skin, with no strong evidence linking it to irritation, eczema, or other health risks in most infants. While some studies suggest it may worsen eczema in predisposed babies, this is not consistent or proven for the general population. There are no known links to hormone disruption, cancer, organ risk, or other listed risks based on current research.

Confidence: HIGH

Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Seed Oil

✅0/10

Vitis Vinifera Seed Oil is grape seed oil commonly used in cosmetics as an emollient and is considered very safe for adult topical use

Confidence: HIGH

Common Questions About calendula body cream

Adult-safe? calendula body cream

calendula body cream is not recommended for adults due to potentially harmful ingredients.

What ingredients should I watch out for?

We analyzed 31 ingredients in calendula body cream. 1 concerning, 3 caution. Check the detailed analysis above for specific concerns.

When can adults using lotion?

The appropriate age depends on the specific ingredients. This analysis is for adults. Use the age selector above to check other ages.

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