Is Baby Lotion Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Open Nature
Open Nature's Baby Lotion is reviewed here as a skincare. Zerotox gives it 70/100 based on the current ingredient profile, so it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
The ingredient review below focuses especially on Potassium Hydroxide, Sodium Benzoate.
70 / 100
Why score is 70
The composition includes several beneficial ingredients like jojoba seed oil and oat kernel protein, but also contains sodium benzoate, a synthetic preservative, raising some quality concerns.
Main concern
Sodium benzoate is a synthetic preservative that raises concerns about the presence of artificial additives in the formulation.
Why it matters: This ingredient is flagged in our analysis based on regulatory and scientific sources. Check the Ingredients section for details and see Data sources for methodology.
Regulation status: Ingredient safety is assessed from EU/EPA/CIR and similar databases; formulations may vary. Always read the product label.
Pros
- Jojoba seed oil is a natural emollient that helps moisturize and soothe the skin, contributing positively to skin hydration.
- Oat kernel protein provides skin conditioning benefits, enhancing the lotion's moisturizing properties and overall skin feel.
Concerns
- Sodium benzoate is a synthetic preservative that raises concerns about the presence of artificial additives in the formulation.
- Gluconolactone is a synthetic compound that, while used for its preservative properties, may not align with a preference for natural ingredients.
Ingredients breakdown
Below, each ingredient is described in the context of this skincare, not just listed as a raw label.
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Is Water safe in this skincare?
Good
Water is used here as base. Water serves as the primary solvent in this lotion, providing hydration and facilitating the absorption of other ingredients.
Role in formula: base
Original: Water
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Is Caprylic Capric Triglyceride safe in this skincare?
Good
Caprylic Capric Triglyceride is used here as emulsifier. This ingredient is derived from coconut oil and glycerin, acting as a skin-conditioning agent that helps to moisturize and soften the skin.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Read the full ingredient profile for Caprylic Capric Triglyceride
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Is Cetyl Alcohol safe in this skincare?
Medium
Cetyl Alcohol is used here as emulsifier. Cetyl alcohol is a fatty alcohol that acts as an emulsifier and thickener, providing a creamy texture but may raise concerns for those preferring natural ingredients.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: Cetyl Alcohol
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Is Stearic Acid safe in this skincare?
Medium
Stearic Acid is used here as emulsifier. Stearic acid is a fatty acid that helps stabilize emulsions, contributing to the lotion's texture but is a processed ingredient.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: Stearic Acid
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Is Cetearyl Olivate safe in this skincare?
Good
Cetearyl Olivate is used here as emulsifier. Derived from olive oil, cetearyl olivate helps to stabilize emulsions and provides moisturizing properties, enhancing skin feel.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: Cetearyl Olivate
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Is Sorbitan Olivate safe in this skincare?
Good
Sorbitan Olivate is used here as emulsifier. Sorbitan olivate is an emulsifier derived from olive oil, promoting a smooth texture and aiding in moisture retention.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: Sorbitan Olivate
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Is Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil safe in this skincare?
Good
Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil is used here as natural_extract. Jojoba seed oil is a natural oil that mimics skin's natural sebum, providing excellent moisturizing and soothing properties.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil*
Read the full ingredient profile for Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
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Is Avena Sativa Kernel Protein safe in this skincare?
Good
Avena Sativa Kernel Protein is used here as natural_extract. Oat kernel protein is known for its skin-soothing properties and helps to condition the skin, enhancing the lotion's effectiveness.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: Avena Sativa (Oat) Kernel Protein
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Is Fructooligosaccharides safe in this skincare?
Medium
Fructooligosaccharides is used here as stabilizer. Fructooligosaccharides are prebiotic fibers that can help maintain skin health but are processed ingredients.
Role in formula: stabilizer
Original: Fructooligosaccharides
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Is Beta Vulgaris Root Extract safe in this skincare?
Good
Beta Vulgaris Root Extract is used here as natural_extract. Beet root extract is rich in antioxidants and provides skin conditioning benefits, enhancing the lotion's overall quality.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: Beta Vulgaris (Beet) Root Extract
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Is Xanthan Gum safe in this skincare?
Medium
Xanthan Gum is used here as thickener. Xanthan gum is a natural thickening agent that helps stabilize the lotion's texture but is a processed ingredient.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: Xanthan Gum
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Is Allantoin safe in this skincare?
Good
Allantoin is used here as conditioning_agent. Allantoin is known for its soothing and healing properties, making it beneficial for sensitive skin in this lotion.
Role in formula: conditioning_agent
Original: Allantoin
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Is Potassium Hydroxide safe in this skincare?
Bad
Potassium Hydroxide is used here as buffer. Potassium hydroxide is a strong alkaline compound used to adjust pH levels, which may raise concerns about skin irritation.
Role in formula: buffer
Original: Potassium Hydroxide
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Is Gluconolactone safe in this skincare?
Medium
Gluconolactone is used here as preservative. Gluconolactone is a synthetic compound used for its preservative properties, which may not align with a preference for natural ingredients.
Role in formula: preservative
Original: Gluconolactone**
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Is Sodium Benzoate safe in this skincare?
Bad
Sodium Benzoate is used here as preservative. Sodium benzoate is a synthetic preservative that helps prevent microbial growth but raises concerns about synthetic additives.
Role in formula: preservative
Original: Sodium Benzoate
How we score
Our safety scores and ingredient breakdowns are based on regulatory and scientific sources. See Data sources & methodology and How Zerotox works for full details.
Product info
Product ID: 3323038
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