SheaMoisture Coconut & Hibiscus KIDS 2-IN-1 CURL & SHINE SHAMPOO & CONDITIONER

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SheaMoisture Coconut & Hibiscus KIDS 2-IN-1 CURL & SHINE SHAMPOO & CONDITIONER - Ingredients

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Is this safe for adults to use SheaMoisture Coconut & Hibiscus KIDS 2-IN-1 CURL & SHINE SHAMPOO & CONDITIONER?

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Danger Score: 4 (Lower is safer)

Quick Answer: SheaMoisture Coconut & Hibiscus KIDS 2-IN-1 CURL & SHINE SHAMPOO & CONDITIONER contains 30 ingredients. 1 caution. Use with Caution ⚠️ Adults generally have higher tolerance.

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Ingredients Analysis (30 found)

cocamide mea

⚠️4/10

For adults: Cocamide MEA is commonly found in shampoos, body washes and other cleansers. When used in products that are rinsed off, it is usually low risk. Some people may get mild irritation.

Cancer - Safety records flag possible contamination with nitrosamines. Nitrosamines are a class of impurities linked to cancer, so the presence of those contaminants is a real cancer concern for products using this ingredient.

Banned - A cosmetic safety review and industry guidance note limits and restrictions for this ingredient. It is considered unsafe in leave-on products and is restricted in use or concentration, so some countries or industry rules limit or prohibit certain uses.

Confidence: MEDIUM

cocamidopropyl betaine

✅3/10

For adults: this is a common mild soap-like ingredient used to make shampoos and cleansers foam. It is usually safe when used in products you rinse off. Some people can get irritation or an allergic rash, mainly because of leftover chemicals from how it is made.

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

stearamidopropyl dimethylamine

✅3/10

For adults: usually okay in rinse-off hair products (shampoos, conditioners) when made and used correctly. There are some industry and regulatory warnings, so it isn’t risk-free.

Confidence: MEDIUM

behentrimonium chloride

✅2/10

For adults, behentrimonium chloride is usually safe in shampoos and conditioners at normal levels. Most people will not have problems, but some can get irritation, allergic reactions, or breathing symptoms.

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

ethylhexylglycerin

✅2/10

For adults: usually safe in small amounts in creams, lotions and other skin products. Most adults have no problems, but some people can get skin reactions.

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

althaea officinalis

✅1/10

Althaea Officinalis is marshmallow root used for soothing skin no significant safety concerns in topical adult use

No Known Risk - Marshmallow root is generally considered safe for topical use, with no evidence in scientific literature linking it to skin irritation, hormone disruption, cancer, or other health risks in babies. There are no known reports of adverse effects or regulatory warnings for its topical use on infants.

Confidence: HIGH

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

caprylic

✅1/10

For adults, caprylic acid is generally safe to use on the skin. Experts and government reviews find very low risk for cancer, reproductive harm, or long-term damage. A small number of people may get mild skin or eye irritation.

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

cetyl alcohol

✅1/10

For adults (grown-ups), cetyl alcohol is a common ingredient that helps creams and lotions feel smooth. Most adults can use products with it without problems. Overall risk is low when used in regular skin products.

Confidence: HIGH

cocos nucifera

✅1/10

Coconut oil is widely used in topical products for moisturizing and is generally safe for adults with rare allergy risk

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

glycol distearate

✅1/10

For adults (men and women), Glycol Distearate is generally safe to use on the skin. It’s used to make creams and cleansers feel smooth and look pearly. Most studies and safety reviews find low risk for cancer, allergies, or effects on reproduction.

Confidence: HIGH

hibiscus rosa-sinensis flower extract

✅1/10

Hibiscus rosa-sinensis flower extract is commonly used in topical products like shampoos for conditioning and antioxidant benefits. It is very safe for adult topical use.

No Known Risk - Hibiscus Rosa-Sinensis Flower Extract is generally considered safe for topical use, with no strong evidence linking it to irritation, hormone disruption, cancer, or other health risks in babies. There are no major studies or regulatory warnings indicating harm when used on baby skin, so it is classified as having no known risk based on current research.

Confidence: HIGH

hydroxyethylcellulose

✅1/10

For adults: this ingredient is commonly used as a thickener and is considered low risk for skin use in most people.

No Known Risk - Government and industry reviews rate this ingredient as low concern for cancer, allergies, reproductive or developmental harm, and do not flag it as an environmental toxin. A national environmental health agency classifies it as not expected to be toxic and a low human-health priority, and an industry safety panel notes only that safe use depends on concentration and manufacturing controls. Taken together, these assessments indicate no known health risks for normal topical use at typical concentrations (sources: Environment Canada; Cosmetic Ingredient Review).

Confidence: HIGH

marshmallow root extract

✅1/10

Althaea Officinalis Extract is marshmallow root extract commonly used for soothing skin with low risk in topical adult products

No Known Risk - Marshmallow Root Extract is generally considered safe for topical use, with no evidence in scientific literature linking it to irritation, hormone disruption, cancer, or other health risks in babies. It is commonly used in baby skincare products and has a long history of safe use. No known adverse effects have been reported for topical application on infants.

Confidence: HIGH

slippery elm bark extract

✅1/10

For adults, Slippery Elm Bark Extract is generally safe when used on the skin. It’s a plant extract used to calm and moisturize skin and is rated with very low safety concerns.

No Known Risk - A safety summary for this topical plant extract shows only low-level concerns across cancer, allergies/immunity, developmental/reproductive effects, and use restrictions. No categories were rated above low, so there is no identified health risk in the reviewed data.

Confidence: HIGH

sodium chloride

✅1/10

For adults (grown-ups), sodium chloride — ordinary table salt — is very low risk when used on the skin. It's often added to cleansers, scrubs, lotions, and other products and is safe for most people.

No Known Risk - Regulatory reviews flag no meaningful health hazards for topical use. Food and health authorities list it as safe for limited use, and environmental assessments find it unlikely to harm organs, build up in the body, or damage wildlife. Overall expert sources rate concerns as low across cancer, allergies, development, and use restrictions.

Confidence: HIGH

sodium lauroyl isethionate

✅1/10

For grown-ups: this is a mild cleanser ingredient and is generally safe for adult skin when used in normal cleansers and body washes.

No Known Risk - Independent safety reviews found this ingredient safe for normal topical use. A cosmetic safety review concluded it can be used in products with some concentration limits, and a government health agency (Environment Canada) judged it unlikely to harm organs, build up in the body, or persist in the environment. Reports note possible irritation but do not show clear, higher-level harms. Taken together, these reviews do not identify real health risks for typical use on skin.

Confidence: HIGH

sodium methyl cocoyl taurate

✅1/10

For adults: this is a gentle soap-like ingredient used in cleansers and is generally safe when rinsed off. It has low long-term health concerns, but can sometimes bother the eyes or sensitive skin.

Confidence: HIGH

sodium phytate

✅1/10

For adults, sodium phytate is usually safe when used in everyday skin care products. Most people tolerate it well, but there are small reports of irritation and regulatory notes that advise limits on use.

No Known Risk - The available safety summary for this topical ingredient shows only low or limited concerns. Reports note occasional, limited eye/skin/respiratory irritation and one animal study that found tumors only at very high doses; a regulatory review lists low non‑reproductive organ toxicity and some product-use restrictions. No moderate or high level hazards were identified, so no real risks were found in the provided data.

Confidence: MEDIUM

stearyl alcohol

✅1/10

For adults: stearyl alcohol is usually safe when used on the skin. It helps products feel creamy and keeps skin soft. Most adults do not have serious health problems from it, but it can irritate skin, eyes, or breathing in some people.

Confidence: HIGH

ulmus fulva

✅1/10

Slippery Elm is a natural ingredient used for soothing skin and is generally safe in topical products for adults with minimal risk of irritation or adverse effects.

No Known Risk - Slippery Elm is generally considered safe for topical use, with no evidence in scientific literature linking it to irritation, hormone disruption, cancer, or other health risks in babies. There are no known reports of adverse effects when used on intact skin, and it is not banned or restricted in any country for topical use. However, as with any botanical, rare allergic reactions are possible, but these are not well-documented or specific to this ingredient.

Confidence: HIGH

shea butter

✅1/10

Shea butter is very safe for adult topical use in shampoos and conditioners. It moisturizes and conditions skin and hair with minimal risk of irritation.

Confidence: HIGH

coconut oil

✅1/10

Coconut oil is very safe for topical use in shampoos and conditioners. It moisturizes hair and scalp with minimal risk of irritation or allergy in adults.

Confidence: HIGH

butyrospermum parkii

✅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

sodium isethionate

✅0/10

For adults: Sodium isethionate is a gentle cleansing ingredient commonly found in face and body cleansers. It is generally considered very safe for adult skin when used in regular rinse-off products.

No Known Risk - Expert reviews and regulatory assessments find no meaningful health hazards for sodium isethionate when used on the skin. A Canadian assessment concluded it is not expected to cause organ harm, is not persistent or likely to build up in the environment, and is not an environmental toxin. A cosmetic safety panel found it safe for use in cosmetics when used within concentration limits. Mild skin or eye irritation has been noted but the overall evidence points to low concern, so no specific health risks are identified for typical topical use.

Confidence: HIGH

water

✅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

Common Questions About SheaMoisture Coconut & Hibiscus KIDS 2-IN-1 CURL & SHINE SHAMPOO & CONDITIONER

Adult-safe? SheaMoisture Coconut & Hibiscus KIDS 2-IN-1 CURL & SHINE SHAMPOO & CONDITIONER

Use caution with SheaMoisture Coconut & Hibiscus KIDS 2-IN-1 CURL & SHINE SHAMPOO & CONDITIONER for adults. Some ingredients may pose concerns.

What ingredients should I watch out for?

We analyzed 30 ingredients in SheaMoisture Coconut & Hibiscus KIDS 2-IN-1 CURL & SHINE SHAMPOO & CONDITIONER. 1 caution. Check the detailed analysis above for specific concerns.

When can adults using shampoo & bodywash & conditioner?

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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Product Recognition: Product names are identified programatically and may be incorrect. Always verify product identity yourself.

Safety Analysis: Evaluations are for research only - consult pediatricians for medical decisions. Do not rely solely on this analysis.

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