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Baby Cream
No age stated on pack — scored for 0–5 months.
Decode Label Safety Score
How we got 4.0 ShowHide
Rates 7.2/10 on the rest of its formulation — the cap is a targeted caution, not a problem with the whole product.
Reviewed 12 times · Methodology v3.1 (updated 8 Oct 2026) — what changed
This baby cream provides a basic moisturising base with mineral oil and petrolatum, which are effective occlusives for skin barrier protection. However, the presence of 'Fragrance' without specific disclosure of its components is a significant concern for a product intended for children, as it may contain allergens that can irritate sensitive skin. While the product contains some beneficial emollients, the undisclosed fragrance and the lack of specified refining grade for mineral oil are key factors that parents should consider.
At a glance
From the declared label — not a lab testFindings to weigh
What’s favorable
- Glycerin
- Petrolatum
- Cetyl Alcohol
- Stearyl Alcohol
Undisclosed fragrance and mineral oil in baby cream
This baby cream contains 'Fragrance' without disclosing its specific components, which is a concern for children's sensitive skin due to potential allergens. It also uses mineral oil, an effective occlusive, but its refining grade is not specified on the label. While the cream provides moisturisation, parents of children with sensitive skin or fragrance allergies should be cautious.
Concern breakdown
Score out of 10 · higher = fewer concernsHow this product performs on each concern we check for baby. This is a breakdown of the same evidence behind the score above — not a separate verdict.
Specific sensitivities
Avoid if affectedContains 'Fragrance' without specific disclosure of components, which may contain allergens that can cause irritation or sensitisation. Parents should patch test or avoid if there is a history of skin sensitivity.
Why the score is capped
Undisclosed fragrance in a baby product (allergens not named)
Rule PC-CAP-12
Mineral oil in a leave-on baby product — refining grade not stated on the label
Rule PC-CAP-20
What's good
Contains effective occlusives like Mineral Oil and Petrolatum for skin barrier protection
Includes Glycerin, a beneficial humectant for hydration
Contains conditioning fatty alcohols (Cetyl Alcohol, Stearyl Alcohol)
Watch out for
Presence of 'Fragrance' without specific disclosure of components, a common allergen, particularly concerning for baby products.
Mineral Oil's refining grade is not specified on the label, which is a transparency gap for a product intended for children.
Phenoxyethanol — common preservative - capped at 1%; French regulator advises caution for under-3s.
Ingredient Concerns safety database
Sources cited below may be Indian (FSSAI) or international (EU, US, WHO, IARC) — an international classification or law is evidence, not an Indian regulatory finding.
Phenoxyethanol
Phenoxyethanol is the most widely used paraben-free preservative. The EU limits it to 1% in cosmetics (SCCS has confirmed this is safe for adults), and the French regulator ANSM advised in 2012 against leave-on products containing it for the nappy area of children under three and recommended a lower concentration for them. It can irritate sensitive skin.
Regulatory & scientific authority Source: EU Regulation 1223/2009 Annex V (max 1.0%); SCCS opinion SCCS/1575/16; ANSM recommendation (2012)
Phenoxyethanol: regulation, sources and other products →Fragrance
"Fragrance" or "parfum" is a catch-all term that can conceal a blend of hundreds of undisclosed chemicals, including known allergens, sensitisers, and potential endocrine disruptors. The EU now mandates disclosure of 82 specific fragrance allergens. People with fragrance sensitivity, asthma, or contact dermatitis should prefer fragrance-free products.
Regulatory & scientific authority Source: EU Regulation 2023/1545; IFRA
Fragrance: regulation, sources and other products →Decode Label Analysis
Undisclosed fragrance mix ('Fragrance') is present, which is a common allergen and may contain over 3,000 possible chemicals. For a baby product, this raises concerns about potential skin irritation and sensitisation, especially for children with sensitive skin or existing allergies. EU regulations require specific declaration of named fragrance allergens above certain thresholds.
Claim check
Front-of-pack marketing claims checked against this product's actual ingredients and nutrition. "Can't verify" means the label does not provide enough information to check the claim — it is not the same as the claim being false.
The claim of 'clinically proven' is a certification or testing claim that cannot be verified from the ingredient list or nutrition facts provided.
The claim of 'intensive 24-hour moisture' and 'protect from dryness' refers to product performance and cannot be verified from the ingredient list or nutrition facts provided.
Read straight from the back-of-pack photo — quantities, sections and any disguised terms, so the small print can’t hide behind the marketing.
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Water
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Mineral OilMineral oil
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Glycerin
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Petrolatum
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Steareth-2
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Steareth-21
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Dimethicone
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Isopropyl Palmitate
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Cetyl Alcohol
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Stearyl Alcohol
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Phenoxyethanol
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Ethylhexylglycerin
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Carbomer
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Fragrance undisclosed fragrance
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Sodium Hydroxide
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Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract trace amount
Trace amounts: some named ingredients appear in token quantities or low in the list. At these concentrations a meaningful benefit is unlikely, and their front-of-pack prominence may not reflect their level in the formulation.
In label order — normally largest quantity first. Select a row for the full write-up and sources.
✓ Decode Label Assessment: Favorable ⚠ Decode Label Assessment: Concern Decode Label Assessment: Neutral
Who should take caution
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What are the ingredients in Baby Cream?
The label of Baby Cream lists 16 ingredients, in label order: Water, Mineral Oil, Glycerin, Petrolatum, Steareth-2, Steareth-21, Dimethicone, Isopropyl Palmitate, Cetyl Alcohol, Stearyl Alcohol, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Carbomer, Fragrance, Sodium Hydroxide, Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract. Flagged by the analysis: Fragrance, Phenoxyethanol.
Is Baby Cream safe to use?
Baby Cream scores 4.0/10 on Decode Label (Moderate). This baby cream contains 'Fragrance' without disclosing its specific components, which is a concern for children's sensitive skin due to potential allergens. It also uses mineral oil, an effective occlusive, but its refining grade is not specified on the label. While the cream provides moisturisation, parents of children with sensitive skin or fragrance allergies should be cautious.
Why does Baby Cream score 4.0/10?
Flagged in the score: Presence of 'Fragrance' without specific disclosure of components, a common allergen, particularly concerning for baby products. Phenoxyethanol — common preservative - capped at 1%; French regulator advises caution for under-3s. Also noted: Mineral Oil's refining grade is not specified on the label, which is a transparency gap for a product intended for children.
Who should avoid Baby Cream?
The points the analysis notes are most relevant to: Avoiding undisclosed fragrance blends.
Does Baby Cream contain fragrance?
Yes — the ingredient list includes Fragrance. Fragrance is declared as a single ingredient, so the individual scent chemicals in it are not named. This matters mainly if you have sensitive skin or a known fragrance allergy.
Are the claims on the Baby Cream pack accurate?
Decode Label checked 2 claims against the ingredient list and nutrition panel. "CLINICALLY PROVEN MILDNESS" — can't be verified from the label. "intensive 24-hour moisture to protect from dryness" — can't be verified from the label.
Is Baby Cream vegetarian?
Baby Cream is marked vegetarian, and contains no animal-derived ingredients.
Answers are generated from this product's own Decode Label analysis — the score, the ingredient list and the label claims shown above. Always check the pack itself for allergen and dietary information.
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