Desitin Maximum Strength

skin protectant & rash ointment • For 2-5 year old children • Skin contact 🧴

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Safe for preschoolers to use Desitin Maximum Strength?

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NOT RECOMMENDED

Safety Score: 6/10 (Lower is safer)

Quick Answer: Desitin Maximum Strength contains 10 ingredients. 1 concerning, 2 caution. Concerning - Has Problematic Ingredients ⚠️ Consider preschooler activity levels.

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Ingredients Analysis (10 found)

talc

🚨6/10

Talc can pose inhalation risks in young children and is not recommended for baby products due to possible respiratory issues

Confidence: HIGHView Details

cod liver oil

⚠️5/10

Cod Liver Oil is rarely used topically in baby products and may cause irritation or allergic reactions use with caution

Confidence: MEDIUMView Details

fragrance

⚠️5/10

Fragrance is a mix of unknown chemicals and can cause irritation or allergies in young children often added for scent

Confidence: HIGHView Details

sorbitan sesquioleate

✅2/10

Sorbitan Sesquioleate is an emulsifier with low irritation risk in topical use for 2-5 years babies generally considered safe in baby care products

Confidence: HIGHView Details

Zinc Oxide

✅1/10

Zinc oxide is widely used in baby creams for skin protection and diaper rash safe for 2-5 years in topical use

Confidence: HIGHView Details

petrolatum

✅1/10

Petrolatum is widely used as a skin protectant in baby products and is considered very safe for topical use in 2-5 year olds

Confidence: HIGHView Details

lanolin

✅1/10

Lanolin is generally safe for topical use in children 2-5 years old but may cause rare allergic reactions. Used as a moisturizer and skin protectant.

Confidence: HIGHView Details

beeswax

✅1/10

Beeswax is widely used in baby products as an emollient and is considered very safe for topical use in 2-5 year olds

Confidence: HIGHView Details

tocopheryl acetate

✅1/10

Tocopheryl acetate is a stable form of vitamin E used as an antioxidant and skin conditioner and is considered very safe for topical use in young children

Confidence: HIGHView Details

glycerin

✅0/10

Glycerin is widely used as a moisturizer and humectant in baby products and is considered very safe for topical use in 2-5 years

Confidence: HIGHView Details

Common Questions About Desitin Maximum Strength

Preschooler-safe? Desitin Maximum Strength

Desitin Maximum Strength is not recommended for 2-5 year old children due to potentially harmful ingredients.

What ingredients should I watch out for?

We analyzed 10 ingredients in Desitin Maximum Strength. 1 concerning, 2 caution. Check the detailed analysis above for specific concerns.

Is this suitable for preschoolers to using skin protectant & rash ointment?

The appropriate age depends on the specific ingredients. This analysis is for 2-5 year old children. Use the age selector above to check other ages.

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