Non Food Products

Johnson’s Baby Lotion

54/ 100

Safety score

Moderate

Based on an ingredient-level analysis for babies and young children. Not medical advice.

Ingredients to watch

methylparaben

moderate

Methylparaben 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.

Weak endocrine disruptor

Fragrance

moderate

"Fragrance" or "parfum" is one of the biggest red flags in personal care — a single term that can include up to 3,000 different chemicals without any required disclosure. Fragrance is the leading cause of contact allergy in cosmetics. Many fragrance compounds are skin sensitizers and potential endocrine disruptors.

Potential allergenFragrance is particularly problematic for babies and young children whose skin is thinner and more absorbent

propylparaben

high

Propylparaben 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.

Banned in Denmark for children under 3

What's good in it

Benefit

Stearic Acid

A fatty acid naturally found in shea butter and other fats that gives creams their consistency.

Emollient / thickener

Benefit

WATER

Used as the primary carrier for all other ingredients.

Solvent

Benefit

GLYCERIN

Attracts moisture from the air to keep skin hydrated.

Humectant

Benefit

Cetyl Alcohol

A fatty alcohol (not drying) that gives creams and lotions their smooth texture.

Emollient / thickener

Benefit

CETEARYL ALCOHOL

A blend of fatty alcohols that creates smooth, creamy textures in personal care products.

Emollient / thickener

Benefit

DIMETHICONE

Silicones create a smooth, silky feel and help other ingredients spread evenly on skin.

Emollient / conditioning agent

Benefit

Mineral Oil

A petroleum-derived oil that creates an occlusive barrier on skin to lock in moisture.

Emollient / barrier

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