Healthy Hand & Nail Lotion
by Life Brand
Safety score
Poor
Based on an ingredient-level analysis for babies and young children. Not medical advice.
Ingredients to watch
methylparaben
moderateMethylparaben is a preservative with weak estrogenic activity. It is absorbed through the skin. While it is the least potent paraben, it has been found in breast tissue. Many brands have voluntarily moved to paraben-free formulations.
DIAZOLIDINYL UREA
moderateDiazolidinyl urea is a formaldehyde-releasing preservative used in cosmetics. Formaldehyde is a known carcinogen.
propylparaben
highPropylparaben has more potent estrogenic activity than shorter-chain parabens. The EU has restricted its use in products applied to the diaper area of children under 3. It is banned in Denmark in products for children under 3.
PARFUM
moderate"Parfum" is the EU/INCI designation for fragrance — the same concerns apply as with "Fragrance." It covers hundreds of possible chemicals that don't need to be individually listed.
What's good in it
GLYCERIN
Attracts moisture from the air to keep skin hydrated.
Humectant
propylene glycol
Attracts moisture and helps other ingredients penetrate the skin.
Humectant / solvent
Stearic Acid
A fatty acid naturally found in shea butter and other fats that gives creams their consistency.
Emollient / thickener
Cetyl Alcohol
A fatty alcohol (not drying) that gives creams and lotions their smooth texture.
Emollient / thickener
DIMETHICONE
Silicones create a smooth, silky feel and help other ingredients spread evenly on skin.
Emollient / conditioning agent
POTASSIUM LACTATE
This ingredient has not yet been fully analyzed. Until a complete safety review is available, we assign a mild concern rating out of caution. This does not mean the ingredient is harmful — it may be entirely benign once reviewed.
Safe ingredient
TOCOPHERYL ACETATE
Synthetic form of vitamin E used as a stable antioxidant.
Antioxidant / skin conditioner
Petrolatum
Petroleum jelly that creates a protective occlusive barrier.
Emollient / barrier
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